Police Wellness Administrator - Limited Term Assignment

City of Bend; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave program

Job summary

The Bend Police Department is seeking a Wellness Administrator to lead and sustain the department’s Wellness Program, promoting physical, psychological, and emotional wellbeing for all personnel. This full-time, exempt role reports to department leadership and participates in program design, implementation, and evaluation.

Responsibilities include coordinating funding, contracts, and partnerships; overseeing peer support and crisis response; and communicating program progress to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience as outlined in this job description

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate the Wellness Program for the Bend Police Department.
• Identify funding sources, manage budgets, grants, and contracts; coordinate with leadership on reporting.
• Perform ongoing assessments to identify wellness needs and ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide on-scene crisis support and coordinate referrals with external clinicians.
• Oversee peer support team and align training with the Training Division.
• Develop communications, attendances, and inventory processes for health resources.

Job description

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.

Classification Framework: Class Specifications | Police Department Wellness Administrator | Class Spec Details

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

As the Wellness Administrator you will:

• 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.

Ability:

• Use effective communication and people skills to inform, educate, motivate, and gain agreement, resolve conflict, and/or develop alternatives.
• Analyze and interpret complex information and situations quicky and objectively, determine proper course of action.
• Maintain ethical and confidentiality, documentation, and compliance requirements applicable to wellness programming, referrals, and sensitive employee support services.
• 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.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all levels of the Police Department and City, including community partners and community members.
• Developing, administering, and maintaining compliance with Applicable Police Departments and City policies and procedures, ethical standards, and local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
• 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.

Candidates who meet the listed minimum qualifications, including an equivalent combination of education and experience, will be considered for an interview. Please ensure that your application includes information and your education, relevant paid and unpaid work experience, and applicable licenses and certifications. Avoid referencing your resume in the job duties section of the application.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Work Environment:

Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment, with regular use of computers and other standard office equipment. Work involves extended periods of sitting, standing, and working at a computer station.

Veterans' Preference:

Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran's preference. For more information click here

Equity Statement:

The City of Bend remains committed to building a workforce that advances diversity and inclusion within our community and all we do. We recognize that not everyone starts from the same place, and that gender, race and ability, sexual orientation, and other identities face different barriers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where employees can thrive without these barriers. A more extended version of the City of Bend's Organizational Equity Statement is available upon request.

Benefits:

The City of Bend offers an excellent competitive benefits package for Employees and Dependents for health and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and a robust paid leave program. Details are available on the benefits tab of the job posting.

Starting Compensation:

Starting compensation is determined based on a pay equity analysis considering the candidate's education, applicable work experience, and internal equity. Please include all relevant information in your application.

Please note that this announcement establishes an eligibility list that at any time may be canceled at the discretion of the Police Chief.