Crime Prevention Coordinator - Civil Service

BASIC FUNCTION

Support the Sheriff's Office crime prevention efforts.

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Depending upon assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, which are a representative sample of the level of work appropriate to this class. Plan, develop, implement and evaluate community crime prevention and safety programs; provide information to the public regarding safety and crime prevention programs and/or laws and ordinances; create, publish and distribute written crime prevention information such as newsletters, brochures and/or public safety literature; represent the Sheriff's Office by attending community activities or public events to display and disseminate information as requested. Develop relationships with the community to identify and solve problems; conduct meetings, educate and motivate citizens to become involved in crime prevention and various public safety programs through individual or group presentations and demonstrations. Support patrol operations through research, collection, and distribution of crime information to law enforcement agencies and the community; collect and forward information received from citizens regarding criminal information, citizen fears or suggestions. Assist citizens, both on the phone and in person to resolve problems or locate information; make referrals of complaints to appropriate agency as necessary. Attend training and/or meetings in the community on work related activities. Prepare and maintain reports, records and surveys related to community crime prevention and safety. Create and/or develop audio/visual presentations and graphic displays. Review new construction plans and sites as directed to ensure crime prevention strategies are considered. Perform security assessments upon request, based on CPTED principles.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

May be directed to do other related duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An Associate's degree; OR, one (1) year of experience in, the criminal justice field, crime prevention, or community service related field; OR any equivalent combination of training and/or experience which provides the required knowledge and skills. High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate. Prior law enforcement experience is desirable. Must pass job related tests.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS A

valid Washington State Driver's License, unrestricted except as to vision, is required prior to appointment. Must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient as per

RCW 41.14.100

; minimum 21 years of age, no maximum age. Must pass a Civil Service examination; AND pre-employment examinations including, but not limited to, a complete background investigation, fingerprinting, criminal record check, polygraph examination, a psychological evaluation, a medical evaluation and pre-employment drug screening. Ability to obtain CPTED certification within two (2) years from the date of hire.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

judicial and criminal justice system basic keyboarding and computer knowledge basic office practices and procedures Ability to: use discretion and maintain confidentiality of information accurate keyboarding skills of at least 20 net words per minute, using various computer applications and standard office equipment ability to understand and apply laws, rules and regulations communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people regardless of age, sex, social, cultural, or ethnic background including potentially volatile individuals maintain accurate and orderly records and files work independently in stressful situations; follow oral and written instructions problem solving skills to determine proper course of action use standardized radio codes and procedures able to multi-task; self-motivated to initiate public contacts

WORKING CONDITIONS

Positions in this class may typically be required to daily deal with distraught or difficult individuals; exposure to hazardous materials, diseases, and airborne/blood borne pathogens; lifting, moving or carrying objects up to thirty-five (35) pounds; operating a motor vehicle on public roads. Shift, holiday and weekend work may be required. Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. EEO policy and ADA notice