Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Emergency Preparedness and Community Outreach Coordinator
Palos Verdes Estates, CA, Palos Verdes Estates, California, United States,
Salary :
$57,744.00 - $80,424.00 Annually
Location :
Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Number:
2024-CRO
Department:
Police Department
Opening Date:
11/08/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Description
The Emergency Preparedness and Community Outreach Coordinator, working under the direction of the Police Captain, functions as the liaison between the City, Police Department and the local community to educate and serve the City's residents regarding crime awareness and prevention, disaster preparedness, and other community-related issues.
Distinguishing CharacteristicsThis is a non-sworn law enforcement classification. The Emergency Preparedness and Community Outreach Coordinator receives general supervision from the Police Captain or other police administrative and management staff.
Apply today! First review of applications will be Tuesday, December 17.Duties
The Emergency Preparedness and Community Outreach Coordinator performs the following duties which may include, but are not limited to:
Serves as the City's Disaster Coordinator; plans, organizes, and conducts disaster drills.Coordinates emergency communications and community alerts.Conducts meetings to educate organizations and citizen groups such as Neighborhood Watch and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) about crime prevention and disaster preparedness.Works to heighten awareness in the community about crime prevention, disaster preparedness, and other police related issues.Prepares and distributes Weekly Police Department Updates.Coordinates Police Department community events.Develops, plans and implements communications and information programs which may include, media outreach activities, public service announcements, and other promotional programs and activities.Manages community relations by developing innovative programs and services to maintain and enhance community relations.Maintains, enhances and directs general neighborhood, residential and business community outreach, and crime prevention programs, including PVE CARES.Manages the department's volunteer program by participating in, directing, recruiting and training volunteer staff. Maintains and develops new volunteer opportunities that benefit the department and community.Serves as representative for the community at business meetings; participates in various community group boards and programs on behalf of the City and Police Department.Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of
Principles and practices of community /media relations and public information, including conduct of media relations relating to public-sector agenciesEmergency/disaster preparedness policies and strategies including the Specialized Emergency Management System (SEMS) or Incident Command SystemMethods of report preparation and presentationPertinent state, federal and local laws, codes and regulations; crime prevention issuesModern office procedures, methods and computer equipment and softwarePolice Department structure and processesAnalytical /research techniques, budget and operations analysis; general management principlesPolice Department and City policies and proceduresSkills/Abilities
Develop, plan and manage one or more public information programs and functionsCommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingProduce newsletters, pamphlets, brochures, or other informational mediumOrganize community events to promote a positive police imageEvaluate home security checks, assist property crime victims, and maintain filesMaintain confidentiality, interpret policies, guidelines and proceduresWork independently with minimal supervisionTrain and coordinate volunteersEvaluate program effectiveness; administer police department programs and coordinate work with other divisions, departments and outside agenciesWork with the public and discuss problems and complaints tactfully, courteously and effectivelyRepresent the Police Department and City in a variety of community meetings and/or events; manage and modify department websiteEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and those contacted in the course of workEducation and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
College level course work in communications, public relations, criminal justice or a related fieldThree or more years of increasingly responsible professional experience in public relations, disaster preparedness or communicationsExperience working in a public sector organizationLicenses/Certificates
California driver license and a satisfactory driving recordAbility to obtain certifications in Public Information/Crisis CommunicationsAdvance Crime Prevention, Crime Prevention through Environmental Design, disaster preparedness and other related specialized training within three years of appointmentCurrent ICS certificates (desirable)Certified or Associate Emergency Manager; CEM/AEM (desirable)Additional Information
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Typical office setting with prolong periods of sitting.Driving to different locations.Occasional standing and orally presenting to medium to large crowds.General use of standard office equipment, including a computer and computer screen for extended periods of time.Intermittently twist to reach office equipment; bend, squat and kneel when filing or stocking; walk and stand when operating office equipment; write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means.May lift, load, push, or pull up to 35 pounds.Hear and speak to communicate in person or over the telephone.Effectively and calmly handle stressful situations.Work Environment
Characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee generally works 90% indoors and 10% outdoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office.
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, shouting, and yelling.
Health BenefitsThe listing below represents basic benefits offered to employees appointed to regular full time positions:
Health Insurance
The City offers a generous benefit package for full-time employees and effective July 1, 2019, City paid insurance up to $1,673/month toward a cafeteria health plan for employees and dependents.
Health Plans include:
Medical:
Blue Shield EPO or PPO plans or Kaiser HMO.Dental:
Metlife PPO or HMO plansVision:
Plan through VSP (City pays 100% of the employee; employee covers dependents)Mental Health (EAP):
An employee Assistance (EAP) plan available including a phone line, counseling, financial and legal consultationsLife and AD&D and Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA):
Employees have the option to contribute to the City's IRS 125 Tax-Saver Plan which allows employees to save tax dollars on medical expenses and childcare expenses.
Retirement
CalPERS:
Full-time employees will be enrolled in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Employees shall pay their entire statutory share of required retirement contributions. There shall be no employer paid member contribution on behalf of any employee
"New members", as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA), which include employees hired on or after January 1, 2013. Three year average final compensation. Sworn PEPRA - 2.7% @ 57
"Classic Members," as defined by PEPRA, which include new employees either subject to reciprocity or not considered "new members". Sworn Classic 3% @ 50
Deferred Compensation:Employees may participate in the voluntary pre-tax savings programs (457, 457 Roth and/or 401a) offered through ICMA (employee contribution only).
Other
4/10 Work WeekEducation PayLongevity Pay96 Vacation Hours120 Holiday Hours (cash option)
$57,744.00 - $80,424.00 Annually
Location :
Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Number:
2024-CRO
Department:
Police Department
Opening Date:
11/08/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Description
The Emergency Preparedness and Community Outreach Coordinator, working under the direction of the Police Captain, functions as the liaison between the City, Police Department and the local community to educate and serve the City's residents regarding crime awareness and prevention, disaster preparedness, and other community-related issues.
Distinguishing CharacteristicsThis is a non-sworn law enforcement classification. The Emergency Preparedness and Community Outreach Coordinator receives general supervision from the Police Captain or other police administrative and management staff.
Apply today! First review of applications will be Tuesday, December 17.Duties
The Emergency Preparedness and Community Outreach Coordinator performs the following duties which may include, but are not limited to:
Serves as the City's Disaster Coordinator; plans, organizes, and conducts disaster drills.Coordinates emergency communications and community alerts.Conducts meetings to educate organizations and citizen groups such as Neighborhood Watch and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) about crime prevention and disaster preparedness.Works to heighten awareness in the community about crime prevention, disaster preparedness, and other police related issues.Prepares and distributes Weekly Police Department Updates.Coordinates Police Department community events.Develops, plans and implements communications and information programs which may include, media outreach activities, public service announcements, and other promotional programs and activities.Manages community relations by developing innovative programs and services to maintain and enhance community relations.Maintains, enhances and directs general neighborhood, residential and business community outreach, and crime prevention programs, including PVE CARES.Manages the department's volunteer program by participating in, directing, recruiting and training volunteer staff. Maintains and develops new volunteer opportunities that benefit the department and community.Serves as representative for the community at business meetings; participates in various community group boards and programs on behalf of the City and Police Department.Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of
Principles and practices of community /media relations and public information, including conduct of media relations relating to public-sector agenciesEmergency/disaster preparedness policies and strategies including the Specialized Emergency Management System (SEMS) or Incident Command SystemMethods of report preparation and presentationPertinent state, federal and local laws, codes and regulations; crime prevention issuesModern office procedures, methods and computer equipment and softwarePolice Department structure and processesAnalytical /research techniques, budget and operations analysis; general management principlesPolice Department and City policies and proceduresSkills/Abilities
Develop, plan and manage one or more public information programs and functionsCommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingProduce newsletters, pamphlets, brochures, or other informational mediumOrganize community events to promote a positive police imageEvaluate home security checks, assist property crime victims, and maintain filesMaintain confidentiality, interpret policies, guidelines and proceduresWork independently with minimal supervisionTrain and coordinate volunteersEvaluate program effectiveness; administer police department programs and coordinate work with other divisions, departments and outside agenciesWork with the public and discuss problems and complaints tactfully, courteously and effectivelyRepresent the Police Department and City in a variety of community meetings and/or events; manage and modify department websiteEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and those contacted in the course of workEducation and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
College level course work in communications, public relations, criminal justice or a related fieldThree or more years of increasingly responsible professional experience in public relations, disaster preparedness or communicationsExperience working in a public sector organizationLicenses/Certificates
California driver license and a satisfactory driving recordAbility to obtain certifications in Public Information/Crisis CommunicationsAdvance Crime Prevention, Crime Prevention through Environmental Design, disaster preparedness and other related specialized training within three years of appointmentCurrent ICS certificates (desirable)Certified or Associate Emergency Manager; CEM/AEM (desirable)Additional Information
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Typical office setting with prolong periods of sitting.Driving to different locations.Occasional standing and orally presenting to medium to large crowds.General use of standard office equipment, including a computer and computer screen for extended periods of time.Intermittently twist to reach office equipment; bend, squat and kneel when filing or stocking; walk and stand when operating office equipment; write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means.May lift, load, push, or pull up to 35 pounds.Hear and speak to communicate in person or over the telephone.Effectively and calmly handle stressful situations.Work Environment
Characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee generally works 90% indoors and 10% outdoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office.
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, shouting, and yelling.
Health BenefitsThe listing below represents basic benefits offered to employees appointed to regular full time positions:
Health Insurance
The City offers a generous benefit package for full-time employees and effective July 1, 2019, City paid insurance up to $1,673/month toward a cafeteria health plan for employees and dependents.
Health Plans include:
Medical:
Blue Shield EPO or PPO plans or Kaiser HMO.Dental:
Metlife PPO or HMO plansVision:
Plan through VSP (City pays 100% of the employee; employee covers dependents)Mental Health (EAP):
An employee Assistance (EAP) plan available including a phone line, counseling, financial and legal consultationsLife and AD&D and Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA):
Employees have the option to contribute to the City's IRS 125 Tax-Saver Plan which allows employees to save tax dollars on medical expenses and childcare expenses.
Retirement
CalPERS:
Full-time employees will be enrolled in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Employees shall pay their entire statutory share of required retirement contributions. There shall be no employer paid member contribution on behalf of any employee
"New members", as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA), which include employees hired on or after January 1, 2013. Three year average final compensation. Sworn PEPRA - 2.7% @ 57
"Classic Members," as defined by PEPRA, which include new employees either subject to reciprocity or not considered "new members". Sworn Classic 3% @ 50
Deferred Compensation:Employees may participate in the voluntary pre-tax savings programs (457, 457 Roth and/or 401a) offered through ICMA (employee contribution only).
Other
4/10 Work WeekEducation PayLongevity Pay96 Vacation Hours120 Holiday Hours (cash option)