Police Program Coordinator

City of San Antonio•Tx 78207, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, the Police Program Coordinator develops and coordinates the operations, processes, and systems related to a City or department program. The role leads staff in implementing program operations and ensures services are delivered efficiently and effectively; it may include supervision of assigned staff. The position is located at Public Safety Headquarters, 315 S Santa Rosa Ave, San Antonio, TX 78207, and works 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Coordinator evaluates program performance and compliance, develops and disseminates guidelines, coordinates initiatives with community and partner organizations, and helps manage budgets and resources. The role also supports program operations and service improvements, outreach, departmental communications, reporting, and annual budget preparation and evaluation. Applicants must pass a CJIS fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. The position requires satisfactory pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, subject to the stated education and experience substitution policy.
Three years of increasingly responsible experience in program or policy analysis, development, and/or management, including one year of supervisory or lead experience, subject to the stated education and experience substitution policy.
Pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Meet the position's CJIS disqualifying-record criteria: felony convictions, felony deferred adjudication, Class A or B misdemeanor deferred adjudication, Class B misdemeanor convictions, an open arrest for any criminal offense, or family violence convictions.
Receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
Knowledge of governmental procedures and policies, management study principles, project management methods, data analysis, government processes and regulations, computer applications, budget and accounting principles, and general statistical and quantitative methods.
Skill in data collection, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
Ability to analyze issues and recommend solutions to management; operate a computer keyboard and basic computer equipment; assist with budgets and accounting systems; develop and implement operational improvements; communicate clearly and effectively; develop, implement, and evaluate programs; and supervise, evaluate, and monitor performance under City policies and procedures.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations and work primarily in an office environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience evaluating program data, performance metrics, or compliance outcomes.
Experience developing or implementing program guidelines, policies, or procedures.
Experience coordinating with community partners, stakeholders, or external agencies on program initiatives.

Responsibilities

Coordinate evaluation of program data related to performance metrics and ensure compliance with established rules and regulations.
Assist in developing and disseminating program guidelines and advise staff on related City policies and procedures.
Coordinate with community and partner organizations to develop and implement program initiatives and gather stakeholder feedback on potential improvements.
Assist in developing and managing program budgets and resources.
Ensure compliance with program requirements associated with contracts and grants.
Facilitate improvements addressing identified operational and technical needs and requirements.
Coordinate, implement, and evaluate program operations, initiatives, and services.
Develop and coordinate community outreach related to program initiatives and services.
Coordinate and facilitate communications with relevant department and City staff regarding program needs.
Assist with preparing, monitoring, and evaluating the annual departmental and/or divisional budget.
Prepare written reports, summaries, and presentations on program performance, plans, and projections.
Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required.