The City of Irvine seeks a compassionate individual to join the Community Outreach Unit as a Community Outreach Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with exceptional communication skills and an understanding of the needs of the community in relation to crime prevention. The Community Outreach Specialist will work with a team that coordinates outreach to the City of Irvine residents and business community to provide current crime trends along with prevention and safety tips. Th... more details
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The City of Irvine seeks a compassionate individual to join the Community Outreach Unit as a Community Outreach Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with exceptional communication skills and an understanding of the needs of the community in relation to crime prevention.
The Community Outreach Specialist will work with a team that coordinates outreach to the City of Irvine residents and business community to provide current crime trends along with prevention and safety tips. The Community Outreach Specialist will organize police events, interact with the public, give presentations to stakeholders, and work with our sworn officers to provide education and outreach to the Irvine community. We are seeking a Community Outreach Specialist who can speak, read, and write in Mandarin to connect with our residents of Irvine. Your Impact
Prepare, organize, and provide prevention and safety presentations for the community.
Plan, coordinate, and facilitate community events such as National Night Out, Coffee with a Cop, Open House, and other similar events.
Respond to community inquiries about crime trends and crime prevention safety tips.
Provide crime prevention tips through social media and community events.
Utilize computer applications and database programs in relation to police records, calls for service, and other law enforcement software.
Additional information can be found in the Community Outreach Specialist job description.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field with some experience in municipal management, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid California driver's license required.
Best Fit
Two to five years of community outreach work or crime prevention experience
Maintain strong communication and presentation skills while delivering exceptional service to our culturally diverse community.
Excels in fast-paced environment working independently or with a team.
Ability to speak, read, and write in English and Mandarin.
Your Team The City of Irvine features an array of entertainment and recreational opportunities including exceptional parks, open space preservations, sport complexes, and master-planned communities. The Irvine Police Department provides exceptional service, innovative programs, and diverse cultural experiences in vibrant and sustainable spaces. Irvine is recognized as America’s Safest City for 18 years in a row based on low violent crime rates compared to other cities of similar size. The Process The selection process will include oral interview(s) and a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization. More information on the Public Safety background process can be found here.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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