Police Wellness Administrator - Limited Term Assignment

City of Bend•Bend, OR

52d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bend Police Department is accepting applications for one (1), full-time Limited Term Wellness Administrator anticipated assignment to last up to three (3) years. This is an FLSA Exempt (overtime in-eligible), non-represented position. The Wellness Administrator will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of wellness, resilience, and support within our agency. This dynamic position leads the development, implementation, and long-term sustainability of the department’s comprehensive Wellness Program—driving innovative, evidence-based initiatives that strengthen the physical, psychological, and emotional wellbeing of all personnel. As a member of the Bend Police Department, you'll be part of a professional law enforcement agency that champions teamwork, integrity, and excellence.

Requirements

Ability to use effective communication and people skills to inform, educate, motivate, and gain agreement, resolve conflict, and/or develop alternatives.
Ability to analyze and interpret complex information and situations quickly and objectively, determine proper course of action.
Ability to maintain ethical and confidentiality, documentation, and compliance requirements applicable to wellness programming, referrals, and sensitive employee support services.
Ability to use independent judgement and knowledge to make appropriate operating decisions, resolve operational problems, and conflicts.
Ability to work within a defined chain of command in a fast paced and high stress public safety environment.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all levels of the Police Department and City, including community partners and community members.
Ability to develop, administer, and maintain compliance with Applicable Police Departments and City policies and procedures, ethical standards, and local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and through numerous forms of media, to audiences of various social, education, economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Highly effective working both independently and within a team environment.
Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as outlined in this job description; AND 2 to 3 years’ experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks; OR Any combination of experience and training that would provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Ability to successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation, including a criminal history check.
Current and valid Driver’s License per City policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
Ability to obtain Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) Certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with first responders.
Certification from an Accredited Wellness Program.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, manage, and evaluate the Police Department Wellness Program, including evidence-based training, services, curricula, classes, speakers, and fitness assessments that promote physical and behavioral health, wellness, and resilience.
Develop, recommend, and implement wellness-related policies, procedures, referral pathways, and operational protocols aligned with department goals and regulatory requirements.
Identify funding sources, assist with budget development, and collaborate with Command, Managers, and leadership on grant applications and reporting; evaluate and select community partners and service providers, and manage contracts, performance, and expenditures.
Perform ongoing assessments to identify wellness needs, service gaps, and barriers to access; track participation, evaluate effectiveness, and ensure compliance with evidence-based standards; and stay current on laws, standards, and best practices affecting first responder wellness, implementing required program adjustments.
Deliver support services consistent with program protocols, including short-term intervention, on-scene crisis support, and post-incident response; serve as liaison between employees and external clinicians, coordinating referrals, resource access, and follow-up after debriefings.
Oversee and manage the peer support team using industry best practices; conduct training and informational sessions; and collaborate with the Police Department Training Division on training, communication, and strategies.
Develop communication strategies to increase awareness and participation; prepare statistical summaries, attendance records, and equipment inventories; maintain directories of health, behavioral health, and fitness resources; and perform other duties as assigned.