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Company Name : The City of Lynchburg
Location : Lynchburg, VA 24504
Position : Community Relations Coordinator
Job Description : Apply on our website at www.lynchburgva.gov/jobsPerforms community relations activities involving the development and maintenance of a variety of community information and media relations programs, services, and activities designed to keep the community informed on Police related matters. Responsible for internal Command Staff messaging to Department employees. Additionally, supervises team including one Community Engagement Specialist and one Crime Prevention Specialist.Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university with major course work in criminal justice, communications, journalism, broadcasting or related field supplemented by two or more years of related experience and/or training in crime prevention, law enforcement, journalism, editorial work, or marketing. Must have demonstrated experience in public speaking and audio/video production methods and community outreach.Responsible for exchange of information between the Department and the community through the media. Performs administrative and community relations work and assists with the development and implementation of crime prevention and community outreach programs. Manages internal Command Staff messaging to Department employees.The following are included; other duties may be assigned.Establishes strategies to build community relationships by ensuring the open exchange of accurate information through community input and partnerships.Organizes the development and implementation of methods for communicating information to the public by use of videos, email, Internet, social media, brochures, news releases, presentations, crime maps, media outlets, public broadcasting, or other mediums.Maintains positive contacts with the media, enhancing the image of the Department while providing the public with information that is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.Responds to media inquiries on routine, emergency, sensitive, and controversial matters.Arranges for and assists at news conferences; reviews information for release by Department personnel.Serves as a resource for, and assists Police Department employees with, media inquiries.Monitors news coverage of Lynchburg Police Department and City activities, programs, policies, and actions.Oversees the Department’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and other social media platforms.Assists with the periodic review and assessment of LPD branding, including images and logos, slogans, public-facing design elements, internet presence, etc.Suggests improvements in Department practices relevant to police-community interaction.Develops and implements crime prevention and community policing programs to foster community involvement; encourages citizens to participate in crime prevention initiatives.Oversees the department’s comprehensive crime prevention program.Surveys residents and businesses to obtain and evaluate information regarding department activities.Films and edits internal and external videos for communication of key messaging.Collaborates with Personnel and Recruiting Unit on marketing needs to reach the best potential candidates to serve the City.Remains abreast of upcoming legislation affecting the Department and develops potential informational materials.Manages Department website.Leads event planning Department-wide.Facilitates command-level meetings and assists with development of Department strategic plans and processes.Conducts media relations training for Department staff.Maintains the Department’s calendar of community group events and interaction activities.Creates educational brochures and flyers to inform the community about issues such as crime prevention and various services offered by the Department.Responds to and resolves citizen inquiries and complaints.Researches new topics and legislation in crime prevention and public records dissemination.Collaborates with City departments in planning for major events and festivals.Assists with design and preparation of the Department’s annual report.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESSupervises team including one Community Engagement Specialist and one Crime Prevention Specialist.Job Type: Full-timePay: $44,512.00 – $77,896.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursementVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftEducation:Associate (Required)License/Certification:Driver’s License (Required)Work Location: One location
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