Job Description

Description/Duties

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The

ideal candidate

for the Crime Prevention Officer role is a community-focused professional who excels in creating innovative, practical crime prevention and safety initiatives that align with the department's goals. This individual leverages new ideas and technology to engage the community and online audiences in proactive crime prevention. They are skilled in various business and creative software tools and are comfortable adopting new technologies to enhance community outreach and engagement.



Key Responsibilities:

Crime Prevention Initiatives

: Develops and implements effective crime prevention strategies that address community needs and enhance public safety.

Community Engagement & Service

: Provides outstanding customer service, actively listening to community members' needs to address specific safety concerns effectively.

Innovation & Technology

: Develops creative solutions for crime prevention that resonate with diverse community demographics and online communities, using up-to-date software and tools for design, presentation, and data analysis.

Big Picture Vision

: Maintains an understanding of the department's overall mission and objectives, aligning crime prevention efforts to support and advance these goals.

Networking & Relationship Building

: Connects with businesses, property management companies, neighborhood groups, and key stakeholders to foster partnerships and collaborations.

Exceptional Presentation Skills

: Demonstrates professionalism in appearance and delivery when presenting to large and small groups, understanding their role as a representative of an exceptional law enforcement agency.

Team Player & Adaptability

: Excels in collaborative environments, demonstrating flexibility and cooperation with colleagues across the department, while also being self-motivated and accountable when working independently.

A Crime Prevention Officer is responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing a variety of crime prevention, safety, and community relations programs for the Police Department. An employee in this class manages and coordinates the following programs: Tri-Star Multi-Housing, Neighborhood Watch, Convenience Store Ordinance, Trespass Enforcement, Bicycle Registration, and Operation Identification. Crime Prevention Education Services include: Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), security assessments, Plat Plan reviews, Identity Theft, Adult and Child Safety Education, Drug Prevention, Cyber Safety, Elder Abuse, and Workplace Violence Education. A Crime Prevention Officer interfaces with the media, Police, and/or City public information officers and Executive City Staff regarding these programs and other City crime related issues. An incumbent in this classification acts as a liaison between the Police Department and the community on crime-related issues and serves as an information resource to citizens and the general public. Additional duties performed include: writing program policies and training manuals; designing, writing, and producing brochures, visual aids, and other program documents; researching, providing input, and reviewing proposed City ordinances related to crime prevention, as assigned; providing instruction and training to law enforcement agencies and other organizations on crime prevention techniques; preparing and delivering oral presentations in front of public groups; coordinating, implementing, and evaluating curriculums and other various programs; preparing pamphlets, media releases, and bulletins regarding crime prevention events; preparing newsletters; maintaining statistics, and preparing reports; and teaching at the police and citizen's academy. A Crime Prevention Officer typically oversees the work of volunteers who are assigned to work in a specific program area. This class is responsible for performing related duties as required.



Crime Prevention Officer is a civilian classification that functions as a resource to the community on numerous topics and performs various community service activities related to crime prevention, public relations, and public education. An employee in this class may provide support to the Mayor, City Council, and Police Chief for coordinating public meetings and special events, implementing public information strategies to project a positive image of the Police Department and the City; and researching and responding to constituents' issues and concerns as requested. Special events that are coordinated by a Crime Prevention Officer include Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods (GAIN). A Crime Prevention Officer often represents the Police Department on a board, task force, or committee related to crime prevention. An incumbent is required to become certified in CPTED. Considerable knowledge of the Police Department, its objectives, and the principles and techniques of public relations/information is essential in identifying and responding to current public safety and City policy issues. The nature of the work involves interpretation and explanation of departmental rules, City Ordinances, Arizona Revised Statutes, and Criminal Codes to the public. The Police Crime Prevention Officer is assigned to the Community Relations and Recruitment Division within the Community Services Bureau of the Police Department. Work requires the use of initiative and independent judgment. This class may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate special events or annual project activities. Supervision is received from the Policy Community Relations Supervisor or Police Sergeant, who reviews work through reports and overall results achieved. This class is FLSA exempt-administrative.

Please refer to the link below for the full job description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred qualifications, and essential functions.

Qualifications & Requirements

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Employee Values

(Download PDF reader) All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.

Minimum Qualifications Required.

Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Criminal Justice, Education, Social Work, Marketing, or related field. Two (2) years of full-time experience in public relations in a law enforcement work environment, community program administration, or community relations coordination.

Special Requirements.

Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation is required. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date. Must possess CPTED certification within two years of hire or promotion date.

Substance Abuse Testing

. Due to the safety and/or security-sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug, and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications

. Previous public safety program administration and/or coordination experience with a municipality or public safety agency is highly desirable. Experience and/or training in public speaking is preferred.