ERIE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF CENTRAL POLICE SERVICES
PROVISIONAL VACANCY NOTICE
***The person hired for this position will have to take a civil service examination at a future date and
attain a score that is reachable under NYS Civil Service Law***
DEPARTMENT: CENTRAL POLICE SERVICES
TITLE OF POSITION: COMMUNITY COORDINATOR-CPS
LOCATION and HOURS: 45 ELM ST (9am-5pm)
SALARY: $66,277 - $84,741 Annually
Erie County is looking for a focused and hardworking individual to fill the position of Community
Coordinator within the Department of Central Police Services. This position involves working with a wide array of public and private stakeholders to identify and implement programs to reduce violence and promote public safety. This includes data analysis, planning, coordinating and implementation of programs that inform the public and promote a safer community.
The Community Coordinator collaborates with the Department of Central Police Services, public officials, local law enforcement agencies, private organizations, schools, and other county departments to develop strategies and mechanisms to educate the public about matters of public safety.
This is a technical and administrative position requiring extensive computer skills and the ability to be proficient with social media messaging. The incumbent is part of the Department of Central Police Services and reports to the Commissioner of Central Police Services or designee.
Preferred qualities:
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
- Ability to leverage social media platforms to promote relevant programs;
- Ability to collect and present data clearly to diverse groups;
- Strong organizational skills;
- Knowledge of organizations involved in public safety and violence reduction;
- Strong oral and written communication skills;
- Tact and decorum;
- Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Minimum Qualifications:
A.) Possession of a Master's Degree in Business, Communications, Political Science, Public Administration, Social Work or closely related field and one year of experience in community relations, public affairs or related field; or;
B.) Possession of a Bachelors degree in Business, Communications, Political Science, Public Administration, Social Work or closely related field and three years of experience in community relations, public affairs or related field; or;
C.) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).
NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.
What we offer:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Pension
- Union membership
- Vacation, sick and personal leave- including cancer screening time
- Starting pay is $31.86/hr. or $66,277/yr. with regular pay increases
- On-site gym
- Fun work environment with fantastic coworkers
How do I apply?
Send resume and cover letter to Central Police Services Commissioner Brian G. Ross, 45 Elm Street, Buffalo, NY 14203 or email to brian.ross@erie.gov.
This notice will be posted for the period July 26, 2024 through and including August 9, 2024.
Only those whose resumes are being considered will be contacted.
Erie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer