Job Details

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR

$6,115.33 - $7,433.25 Monthly, Plus Excellent Benefits

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Join our team!

ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy is seeking a dedicated full-time Community Coordinator (CC) within the Gilroy Police Department. This position plays a key role in strengthening community relationships by developing and implementing outreach programs centered around resident engagement, crime prevention, and youth intervention. The CC will collaborate with residents and local organizations to support Gilroy Police Department's mission of fostering a safer, more connected community.

Reporting to the Youth Task Force Coordinator or designee, this position will lead part-time staff and actively engage with community-based organizations (CBOs) and neighborhood residents. The role operates within a collaborative, supportive environment, fostering partnerships among community members, community-based organizations, and various agencies to address community needs and goals.

Based primarily out of the San Ysidro Park Community Center, the Community Coordinator will spearhead initiatives in partnership with the South County Youth Task Force to create safer neighborhoods and enhance resident engagement. Serving as the City's liaison, the Coordinator will work with local organizations, the school district, public safety agencies, business and faith-based groups to provide tailored violence prevention, intervention programs and health equity supports that help youth and their families in Gilroy.

This position presents an ideal opportunity for candidates with experience working with at-promise youth and resource-limited families, to gain valuable experience in public policy, and in development and implementation of co-created social programs at both the city and county levels.

ABOUT THE TEAM
The Gilroy Police Department (GPD) is a dedicated law enforcement agency committed to safeguarding the community's safety and security. Working closely with residents, local organizations, and public agencies, GPD provides comprehensive policing services designed to address community needs. The department prioritizes crime prevention, public safety, and cultivating strong, positive relationships within the neighborhoods it serves. Through active participation in local initiatives—such as community outreach and youth intervention programs—GPD is focused on building trust and fostering a safer, more inclusive community for everyone.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Embraces common values, promotes a contemporary vision, and genuinely dedicates themselves to community engagement.
• Demonstrate knowledge about youth subcultures, community resources, gang dynamics, community engagement strategies and community leadership development with diverse communities.
• Possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups, including local police departments, , organizations, community groups, co-workers, volunteers, and the public.
• Have strong leadership skills and a confident presence to lead group activities effectively and supervise part-time staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess high emotional intelligence and self-control, with the ability to mediate and moderate conflict and navigate group dynamics tactfully.
• Excel in verbal and written communication capable of conveying information and engaging a diverse community.
• Be committed public education, outreach, and community workshops/trainings/programs/supports with emphasis on supporting opportunity neighborhoods.
• Possess strong analytical skills to assess challenges and data in real-time and provide solutions that positively impact our community.
• Exhibit strong presentation skills to confidently serve as the City of Gilroy's liaison with various organizations and community groups to ensure clear and effective communication and information dissemination.
• Possess strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to build lasting partnerships with businesses and residents, promoting trust and resource awareness.
• Have a flexible schedule to participate in outreach events, including evening and weekend hours as needed.
• Have experience with grant writing and funding management to enhance the City's engagement efforts, with meticulous attention to detail for timely and accurate grant reporting.
• Be adaptable, with the ability to adjust strategies pivot in response to changing circumstances, ensuring projects stay on track and deliverables are met.
• Be self-motivated, organized, manage time effectively, and be able to prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines independently.
• Will be bilingual, in Spanish and English, to effectively connect and communicate with community members.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Identify, evaluate and analyze the needs of a targeted community area through meetings with community members, youth, parents, servicing agencies and partnering governmental agencies and other stake holders.
2. Plan, organize, coordinate, publicize, implement, and evaluate a wide variety of programs and activities to meet the recreational, educational, physical and social needs in the community.
3. Develop effective relationships with residents, community groups, governmental agencies, faith-based groups, local businesses, and public safety organizations to promote activities and encourage involvement in City programs.
4. Conducts ongoing surveys, focus groups, forums and needs assessments and analyze information to help meet the needs and interests of the neighborhoods being served.
5. Develop, provide new pro-social, anti-drug, violence prevention, recreation and other programs and services to target neighborhood and encourage co-sponsorship opportunities with partnering agencies.
6. Organize, supervise and lead employees and groups in a particular recreation or leisure activities.
7. Maintain supplies, inventory, and equipment related to assigned program area(s). Follow City purchasing procedures in order to secure needed supplies, inventory and equipment.
8. Provide assistance, identify and provide information and referrals for services, special projects and events as assigned.
9. Promote department activities and events and complete necessary culturally competent outreach via preparation of appropriate brochures, flyers, and other venues to communicate information.
10. Coordinate and oversee program area(s) to insure cleanliness and proper use of facilities and equipment.
11. Gather data, maintain records and generate reports, including budget-related reports for assigned program area(s).
12. Screen, train, schedule, direct and monitor volunteers, part-time/seasonal staff, and other assigned personnel.
13. Participate in related training programs and staff meetings.
14. Serve as a liaison to school district and other agencies as needed.
15. Pursue and monitor grants and participate in fund-raising events as assigned for program support.
16. Perform a variety of clerical and administrative support functions for assigned program area(s).
17. Review and document the progress and effectiveness of specific and assigned programs; develop and present recommendations for changes.
18. Develop and track program budget(s) and provide input for future budget preparation.
19. Provide staff support to various Boards and Commissions as assigned.
20. Respond to and resolve inquiries regarding assigned program area(s).
21. Ensure that assigned programs and staff function safely and in accordance with City safety standards and policies.
22. Assist in recreational facilities operations and maintenance; coordinate scheduling of facilities both internally and externally; and set-up equipment for programs as appropriate and in accordance with City policy.
23. Perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in sociology, social work, ethnic studies, public administration, criminal justice or a related field of study.
2. One (1) year of relevant full-time work experience or two (2) years part-time experience (averaging at least 20 hours per week) in a relatable public service, recreation program or with a non-profit organization.
3. Possess and maintain a valid California Driver license and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s).May be required to obtain a Class B license.
4. Valid tuberculosis (TB) certificate.
5. Must be available to work a varied schedule, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
6. Possess (within 6 months of hire) and maintain a valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
7. Pass a post-offer medical examination, which includes a drug test.
8. Pass a Department of Justice criminal record check and background check for employment.
9. Prefer non-tobacco user.
10. Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish).

APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your electronic NEOGOV application:

• Complete supplemental question responses included with application submittal
• Cover letter that explains your specific interest in this position with the City of Gilroy is preferred
• Detailed resume focusing on relevant work experience and education is preferred

City Application Form - Candidates must complete the NEOGOV City of Gilroy application form for this position and submit online. Please prepare attachments prior to completion of the NEOGOV application as incomplete applications will not be accepted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
November 18, 2024, by 5:00pm

ORAL BOARD INTERVIEWS
December 12, 2024

FINAL INTERVIEWS
TBD

The examination process/schedule above may be changed as needed by the City.

Apply Online:
Go to www.CityOfGilroy.org/jobs. You can apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link. After viewing the Job Description, click the ‘Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can import your resume from LinkedIn, upload it from a saved document on your computer, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings.

Only the most qualified applicants with the most relevant experience and education will be invited to continue in the selection process. In addition, final candidates for the position are required to pass a background check, State of California Department of Justice criminal records check, medical evaluation, and drug screen, given at the City's expense, prior to appointment. If special accommodation is necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department right away at 408-846-0228.

Note: To foster teamwork and collaboration in the department, organization-wide, and in the community, this full-time position works on-site/in-person. Remote work is not an available option.

Attention: Communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via e-mail. Be sure to include an e-mail address on the employment application. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to an e-mail address and/or other contact information.