Operation Ceasefire Program Coordinator

City of Hampton • Hampton, VA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. This position is supported through grant funding. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funds. The City of Hampton is seeking a Program Coordinator for Operation Ceasefire. The purpose of the class is to aid in the critical mission of working with the community to reduce violence in the City of Hampton. The incumbent will perform duties to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate the City's Operation Ceasefire Program. Do you have a passion for working in the community to effect positive change? Are you energized by engaging with students in high schools with a team of community partners? If you thrive in an environment of building relationships and planning community gatherings, this opportunity is for you. This position has remote working opportunities as well.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Sociology, Human Services, Psychology or a closely related field of study.
• A minimum of two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience analyzing, developing, and implementing programs preferably in criminal justice.
• Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate the City's Operation Ceasefire Program.
• Work with the community to reduce violence in the City of Hampton.
• Engage with students in high schools with a team of community partners.
• Build relationships and plan community gatherings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level