Senior Community Program Manager - Social Work Co-Response Team

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 61,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental, vision, life insurance

HSA with City contributions

Wellness clinic

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation seeks a Senior Community Program Manager for the Social Work Co-Response Team within the Police Department to oversee the development and operation of community-based programs in Salt Lake City.

This leadership role drives grant acquisition, partnerships, budgeting, evaluation, and staff supervision; serves as liaison with city and community partners; requires strong communication, data analysis, and a commitment to youth and family services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to community programs or public administration plus five years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of budgeting, marketing, advertising, and promoting programs and events.
• Strong written, oral, and public presentation skills with ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to supervise and train personnel and conduct performance evaluations.
• Experience researching, writing, and monitoring grants may be required for assigned programs.

Responsibilities

• Develops and directs operations of community programs including events, staffing, scheduling, and budget across multiple sites.
• Networks with government agencies, schools, social service agencies, courts, and community organizations to build partnerships.
• Publicizes programming events; researches or writes grant proposals to sustain programs.
• Analyzes demographic data, conducts needs assessments, sets goals, and measures program effectiveness.
• Maintains partnerships and manages agreements with artists and program partners.
• Leads relationships with city/community partners to maximize participation.
• Supervises staff, volunteers, and seasonal workers, including hiring and performance evaluation.
• Provides family and school support, and evidence-based programming for youth and families.
• Manages crisis response and coordinates with partners for prevention and intervention.
• Delivers trainings and resources to communities and schools.
• Leads development and evaluation of youth programs within the division.
• Responds to complaints and resolves issues.

Skills

Budgeting

Public speaking

Supervision

Partnership development

Data analysis

Grant research

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art, Education, Public Administration, Social Work or related field

Job description

Public Safety Building

Full time

JR6430

Position Title:

Senior Community Program Manager - Social Work Co-Response Team

Salary/Hourly Range:

$60,941 - $105,281

Department:

Police

Work Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

Benefits

Salt Lake City Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package primarily for full-time employees. Eligibility varies by employment status. Explore Salt Lake City employee benefits , or use our Total Compensation Calculator to estimate the overall value of pay and benefits.

Important Application Information

We want to recognize the experience you bring. Please include all education and work experience relevant to this position in your application and resume. If those don't fully capture your experience, you may attach an additional document describing your previous roles, dates of employment, hours worked, and duties.

If you are selected, we'll use this information to determine your starting pay. For eligible positions, your prior experience may also qualify you for a higher leave accrual rate under the City's Prior Service Leave Accrual Procedure .

Application Deadline

Open until filled:

We encourage you to apply early. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

Job Description:

Incumbent directs the development, management, and operation of all (or specified) community-based programs. This includes the planning an implementing of program related activities such as community workshops and events. To maximize opportunities for Salt Lake City residents the incumbent is responsible for grant acquisition, program partnerships, program finances, program evaluation, and when necessary, the management of program employees.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Develops, implements, manages, and directs the operations of all (or specified) community programs and program related activities, including events, staffing, scheduling, and budget administration for multiple sites.
• Networks effectively with a variety of organizations including government agencies, schools, social service agencies, courts/probations/corrections, grass root organizations, and so forth to develop partnerships to foster strong community ties and grow engagement in youth and family efforts.
• Responsible for publicity for programming events and activities; communicates philosophy, goals and results to external sources and community partners. May also research, write and submit applicable grant proposals to sustain long-term viability of community programs.
• Maintains, prepares and analyzes demographic data; conducts needs analysis, sets program goals and monitors/evaluates program effectiveness. Tracks program statistics and other business-related operations data.
• Prepares, issues and tracks compliance with programming partnership/artist’s agreements and serves as project contact for each agreement.
• Develops and maintains successful relationships between the site and city/ community program partners. Coordinates with various community-based groups, agencies, schools, committees and other organizations to plan and develop programs to benefit residents and maximize participation.
• Supervises staff, seasonal workers, and volunteers, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation. Initiates corrective and/or disciplinary action, as necessary.
• Provides family support, school support, and evidence-based programming and services to youth and families involved in any Salt Lake City Police Department community-based programming, including if needed specific case management.
• Manage crisis and provide services in prevention and intervention collaboratively with Salt Lake County and Salt Lake City partners and organizations (i.e., Salt Lake City Police Department Social Workers, Victim Advocates, and School Resource Officers).
• Facilitate in providing Salt Lake City communities, organizations, and schools with awareness, resources, presentations, and trainings in prevention and intervention efforts with youth and families.
• Provides leadership for developing and implementing and evaluates the divisions youth programs.
• Responds to patron complaints and resolves problems.
• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university degree in: Art, Education, Public Administration, Social Work or closely related field plus five years directly related work experience. A combination of education and work experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of budgeting, marketing, advertising, and promoting programs and special events.
• Strong written, oral, and public presentation skills. Proven track record in the establishment and maintenance of strong relationships with all levels of staff and management in the public and private sectors.
• Ability to effectively supervise and train subordinate personnel. Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of effective personnel supervision.
• Ability to research, write and monitor grants may be required depending on specific assigned program responsibilities.
• Ability to exercise judgment regarding appropriate information sharing, confidentiality requirements, human relations, and ethical codes and guidelines.
• Ability to work in collaboration with diverse populations.
• Prior experience in a social service setting, at-risk youth prevention, and gang prevention.
• Knowledge of case management processes, peer court processes, juvenile judicial processes; prevention and early intervention, evidence-based curriculums, motivational interviewing, restorative justice practices; gang culture, local gang issues, and resources for victims and survivors of crimes.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and build consensus with individuals of diverse backgrounds, with varied organizational needs and differing priorities.
• Ability to monitor measurable program performance goals, statistically analyze data and report results.
• Ability to use a personal computer and related programs including word processing and spreadsheet software.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Bilingual

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderate physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium weights.
• Exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.
• Work periods include evening and weekend hours.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/) site.

Health & Wellness

• Medical insurance
• Dental, vision, life insurance
• HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)
• Wellness clinic for employees & families
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)
• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))
• Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

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We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-welness/paid-leave/) site.

• 12 vacation days to start
• 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday
• Up to 80 hours personal leave annually
• 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Salt Lake City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.