Community Resource Specialist (Police)

City of Bremerton•Bremerton, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Bremerton is seeking a Community Resource Specialist (Police) to join their team. This civilian position reports to the Support Services Captain and Chief of Police. The role involves coordinating crime-prevention and community-outreach programs, conducting program analysis and compliance monitoring, developing department programs and methods, supporting auxiliary functions, and serving as a liaison between the Police Department and the community. The position aims to promote community involvement, coordinate efforts to address public-safety concerns, strengthen community relations, and communicate community concerns and initiatives to the department. The indicated salary includes longevity pay and a cost-of-living increase for 2027.

Requirements

Two years of college-level coursework from an accredited institution in business, public administration, journalism, public relations, marketing analysis, media relations, or a related field.
Supplemented by training in crime prevention or a related field.
Possess a valid Washington State driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record throughout employment.
Qualify for ACCESS Level I certification within six months of hire and renew every two years.
No felony convictions.
Successfully complete a background investigation, including a truth-verification examination and drug screening.
Be a United States citizen, lawful permanent resident, or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipient.
Able to speak, read, and write English.
Work frequently requires sitting and standing and occasionally requires walking.
Occasionally lift and carry wide objects weighing more than 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, public administration, journalism, public relations, criminal justice, or a related field.
Relevant experience as a commissioned police officer may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Another equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered, except where a license or certification is required by law.

Responsibilities

Serve as the department’s Public Information Officer by preparing and distributing flyers, bulletins, safety notices, and other materials, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and currency.
Act as a liaison between the Police Department and residential and business communities, providing information on department policies, procedures, and programs.
Develop, coordinate, and deliver presentations and programs on Police Department operations, community needs, crime, and crime prevention, including Citizen Academies.
Represent the department and respond to questions regarding department partnerships and community involvement.
Research police and community programs and review literature to update presentations on crime prevention strategies, Neighborhood Watch, fraud awareness, community resources, and other relevant subjects.
Develop and implement outreach programs to engage residents and address local concerns, building relationships with neighborhood organizations, community groups, schools, and local businesses.
Participate in outreach and community events to promote the department and its career opportunities.
Direct community members to appropriate department resources, personnel, and services.
Plan, organize, and implement special community programs and activities related to crime prevention.
Assist with the administration, organization, and logistics of special events.
Maintain and assist with the Block Watch Program.
Collect, analyze, and distribute crime data for crime-prevention purposes and public inquiries.
Maintain, review, and distribute information from the Chronic Nuisance Properties and Landlord Notification programs.
Develop marketing materials, distribute forms, prepare informational packets, and perform other activities for assigned programs.
Recruit, train, monitor, and mentor volunteer groups supporting community programs.
Assist with the recruitment of commissioned officers.
Research, identify, and evaluate grant and funding opportunities to support department initiatives.
Provide grant acquisition, compliance, tracking, monitoring, reporting, and oversight.
Manage purchasing processes, vendor selection, and contract fulfillment for police-related equipment and services.