Police Program Specialist - Grant Funded

Full Job Description

Under general supervision, is responsible for assisting in the implementation, coordination, and analysis of various Police programs. Provides general information to department staff and the general public. Exercises no supervision.

This position is a "grant funded" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location
4402 Piedras Dr W, San Antonio, TX (78228)

Work Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Requirements

• Make contact with customers/or residents and acts as a liaison for the department.
• Prepares estimates, memos, letters and correspondence. Attends meetings with customers and stakeholders when needed.
• Researches, compiles, and analyzes data for assigned programs.
• Interprets guidelines, policies, and/or procedures for assigned program.
• Organizes and maintains filing systems and records related to specific area of assignment.
• Works to ensure coordination with different divisions of department and with outside agencies.
• Participates with agencies and department programs in recognizing operational problems; assists in making required adjustments; and promotes program innovation.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of experience in event coordination, public relations, or customer service.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License

Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.


Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience in Police Administration work.
• Knowledge of the procurement process for the City of San Antonio.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.

Applicant Information

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job.

One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.

One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification.

Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Knowledge of building policies and operational principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of event coordination and public relations principles, practices, and procedures.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software.
• Skill in using SAP.
• Ability to learn and apply the different policies for different facilities.
• Ability to coordinate security for clients.
• Ability to meet work schedules and work independently.
• Ability to assess customers' needs and develop plans to meet those needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful and sometimes hazardous situations.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment or field environment with occasional exposure to emergency situations.