RCMP Community Engagement

The Corporation of the City of Cranbrook; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The Corporation of the City of Cranbrook is seeking a Crime Prevention / Community Programs Coordinator to lead, direct, develop and evaluate detachment-wide crime prevention activities. You will work under supervision to promote public safety and coordinate volunteers, delivering partner education and community outreach.

You will coordinate with the Detachment Commander and Municipal Operations Manager, manage communications, and ensure programs align with policies.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or GED plus specialized diploma or 5 years related experience.
• Experience in police, legal, or judicial settings preferred.
• Strong public relations and community engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead crime prevention and community safety programming for the detachment.
• Coordinate RCMP volunteer program including recruitment and training.
• Engage with community partners and public on safety programs.

Skills

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Confidentiality

Leadership

Conflict management

Time management

Volunteer management

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or GED

Diploma in Police Studies/Criminal Justice/Business Admin/Volunteer Management or 5 years related experience

Tools

PRIME

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

The Crime Prevention / Community Programs Coordinator will be responsible for working within established guidelines to lead, direct, develop, promote, coordinate and evaluate detachment wide crime prevention programs and services related to community safety. This position will be responsive to the operational needs of the detachment.

Under the direction of the Detachment Commander and Municipal Operations Manager, the Community Engagement Coordinator position leads, develops, promotes, evaluates and coordinates crime prevention and community safety programming within Cranbrook RCMP detachment. The incumbent coordinates the RCMP volunteer program, including recruitment, direction and training volunteers. The position provides education and information to a variety of community partners and the general public on community policing, RCMP programs and public safety. The position regularly engages with community partners to identify crime trends and community issues and works with the Enhanced Response Unit and other RCMP positions to identify and implement programs and initiatives to improve public safety. Additionally, the position supports with external communication, including preparing newsletters and public communications for review by the Detachment Commander or delegate.
Considerable independent judgement and action are exercised in directing these activities and the incumbent must function effectively under conditions of conflict.

POSTING TYPE: Internal & External
POSITION TYPE: Part-time, Term, 1 year
HOURS OF WORK: 14-hours per week, as per schedule

DEPARTMENT: RCMP

HOURLY RATE $42.89 to 44.70 per hour, Pay Grade 9 – Schedule “A” Inside Employees

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Grade 12 Diploma or GED
• Diploma in Police Studies, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Volunteer Management or a related field; OR 5 years of related experience

LICENSES / CERTIFICATES

• Valid Class five (5) BC Driver’s License
  • Must maintain ability to drive a City vehicle, per fleet policy

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Two (2) years related experience in a police, legal or judicial office
• Minimum One (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience
• Extensive knowledge of RCMP programs and services

SPECIFIC SKILLS

• Excellent Public Relations and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Sound knowledge of RCMP programs and services
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Considerable knowledge and demonstrated skill using PRIME, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook applications.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to obtain and maintain Enhanced RCMP Security Clearance
• Ability to work in a confidential environment
• Comfortable with public speaking
• Ability to manage conflict tactfully
• Sound judgement
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• High degree of initiative
• Knowledge of Privacy Act regulations relating to disclosure of protected information
• Familiarity with RCMP terminology, methods, techniques and practices relating to records and information management systems
• Knowledge of Criminal Code, Motor Vehicle Act, related provincial and federal acts and non-criminal / civil issues
• Considerable knowledge of methods and practices used in supervising, motivating and assessing volunteers and staff and in directing contractors
• Considerable knowledge of the services available through community agencies and the needs of various organizations, businesses and individuals
• Ability to coordinate, direct and evaluate the effectiveness of a variety of community policing services and programs
• Ability to present ideas effectively orally and in writing, to promote program activities and to make presentations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to drive to off-site meetings and special events
• Core hours will be Monday to Friday during business hours. Ability to work, as required, outside of regular business hours (including evening and weekends) to attend community events and deliver programming and initiatives within the Community Engagement Coordinator portfolio