Job Opportunities in United States


October 26, 2024

City of Scottsdale

Scottsdale

FULL TIME


Community and Outreach Specialist

City of Scottsdale
Community and Outreach Specialist
SALARY
$71,468.80 - $96,532.80 Annually
LOCATION
Scottsdale, AZ
JOB TYPE
Full-Time Regular
JOB NUMBER
FY2425-00376
DIVISION
Public Safety
DEPARTMENT
OFFICE OF THE POLICE CHIEF
OPENING DATE
10/24/2024
CLOSING DATE
11/7/2024 11:59 PM Arizona

Introduction


The Community and Outreach Specialist works out of the Office of The Police Chief and is part of the Community Engagement Unit. The Specialist coordinates, develops and implements informational programs designed for community and citizen awareness of public safety and is responsible for planning, writing and editing communications for internal and external audiences, such as creating social media content, using a full-range of tools, including print and electronic vehicles. Supports public relations and communications functions and participates in a variety of special projects and initiatives. Works collaboratively with a team to enhance police/community engagement and partnerships.

Anticipated starting salary may be up to mid-point depending
on candidate's experience and internal equity.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:

  • A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or a related field.
  • Two years of experience in public affairs, public relations or a related field.
  • Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Licensing, Credentials and Other Requirements:
  • Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
  • Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/service assignment.

Essential Functions
Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:
  • Communicates with personnel within the assigned functional area, department(s), City employees, the general public, the community, civic organizations and business owners in order to coordinate public education programs, disseminate information, and provide assistance.
  • Provides support to the Police Chief and Command Staff in coordinating public meetings, department promotions and award ceremonies and special events, and implementing public information strategies to project a positive image of the Police Department.
  • Develops, coordinates and implements citizen and teen academies annually.
  • Understands client projects, goals and priorities.
  • Identifies the right audiences and reaches them with the right message and the right platforms
  • Interacts with citizens engaged with the department via social media and traditional communications.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Most work is performed in a City office environment with occasional public events at various types of facilities and may have the ability to periodically work remotely.
  • Will have to work outside at times with various police units to create social medial content.
  • Exposure to dust, noise, inclement weather, temperature extremes, and unpleasant odors.
  • Lift and carry materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
  • Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, land line and cell phone, calculator, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, and hand and eye movement.
  • Move and operate presentation equipment, video and photo cameras.
  • Travel to/from meetings and various locations.
  • Work evenings and weekends as needed.

Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
  • Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
  • Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
  • Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
  • City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
  • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
  • Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
  • Pet Insurance
  • Bilingual pay compensation
Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:
  • Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
  • Drug Screen
  • 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check
The timeframe for reapplication with the Police Department varies based on the position and the needs of the organization.

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Agency
City of Scottsdale
Address
9191 E San Salvador Dr

Scottsdale, Arizona, 85258

Website
http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov
Community and Outreach Specialist Supplemental Questionnaire
    QUESTION 1
    Please indicate which best describes your education. Note: The degree (to include the major) must be listed in the Education Section of the application.
    High School / GED or Equivalent

    HS/GED/Equivalent & Some College Coursework

    Associates Degree

    Bachelor's Degree

    Master's Degree or Higher

    None of the above

      QUESTION 2
      Which best describes your experience in applying for a position with the Scottsdale Police Department?
      No Experience

      Submitted Application

      Tested and/or Interviewed

      Submitted Background Packet

        QUESTION 3
        How did you learn about this job opportunity with the Scottsdale Police Department?
        City Web Page

        Scottsdale Police Web Page

        Social Media

        Facebook

        Instagram

        Twitter

        Careersin Government.com

        Career Builder

        Indeed.com

        Jobing.com

        911hotjobs.com

        Blue Line

        Policeone.com

        Law Enforcement Jobs.com

        Radio ad*

        Newspaper/other ad*

        Job Fair (In-Person/Virtual)*

        Friend/Neighbor*

        City / SPD Employee*

        Handshake

        Email

        Recruitment Booth* (please list the recruitment event/location in the next question)

        Other

          QUESTION 4
          If you answered Other or any other option with an asterisk, please provide more detail.

            QUESTION 5
            Do you have a valid driver's license (not expired or suspended/revoked)?
            Yes

            No

              QUESTION 6
              Do you have any of the following restrictions on your driver's license? Please note that this does not include vision correction.
              Interlock Device

              Court Mandated Restricted Hours

              Other Non-Medical Restriction(s)

              I have no restrictions on my driver's license

                QUESTION 7
                Please describe in detail your experience with creating digital medial content and working with different social platforms.

                  QUESTION 8
                  Please indicate the level of degree you have in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or a related field.
                  No degree

                  Associates degree

                  Bachelors degree

                  Masters degree

                    QUESTION 9
                    Please indicate how many years of experience you have in public affairs, public relations or a related field.

                      QUESTION 10
                      If you have experience in public affairs, public relations or a related field, please summarize your experience. Also, please provide the name of the employer.

                        QUESTION 11
                        If hired this position may require you to work flexible hours. Are you able to work evenings and weekends, as needed?
                        Yes

                        No

                          QUESTION 12
                          Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 5 years? (Automatic Disqualifier)
                          Yes

                          No

                            QUESTION 13
                            Have you been dishonorably discharged from the United States armed forces within the last 10 years? (Automatic Disqualifier)
                            Yes

                            No

                              QUESTION 14
                              Have you illegally produced, cultivated, or transported, marijuana, or a dangerous drug or narcotic for sale within the last 10 years? (Automatic Disqualifier)
                              Yes

                              No

                                QUESTION 15
                                Have you illegally or legally used a dangerous drug or narcotic for any purpose, except as prescribed by a physician, within the past 5 years? (Automatic Disqualifier)
                                Yes

                                No

                                  QUESTION 16
                                  I understand that if selected a thorough background investigation will be conducted which can take approximately 2-3 months to complete.
                                  Yes

                                  No

                                    QUESTION 17
                                    Are you a current City of Scottsdale employee?
                                    Yes

                                    No


                                    * Required Question

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