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Municipality of Anchorage DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS - Range 22 / EXE in Anchorage, Alaska
DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS - Range 22 / EXE
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DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS - Range 22 / EXE
Salary
$29.80 - $70.01 Hourly
Location
716 West 4th Avenue Anchorage, AK
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
2024-00809
Department
Anchorage Police Department
Division
Community Relations Unit
Opening Date
09/16/2024
Closing Date
9/30/2024 5:00 PM Alaska
Description
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Job Information
Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.
This is an executive position (no union affiliation) and serves at the pleasure of the Mayor of the Municipality of Anchorage.
DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Police Department
HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
LOCATION: 716 W 4th Avenue
Example of Duties
Reporting to the APD Communications Director, assist in the development of effective public outreach and communications on behalf of the Anchorage Police Department. The Deputy Communications Director will work collaboratively with the Public Information Unit and the department to develop and implement communication strategies to broaden community relations and public outreach. Perform other duties as required.
Supplemental Information:
Reporting to the APD Director of Community Relations. The Deputy Director of Community Relations, as a member of the Community Relations Unit, will work collaboratively with the department to develop, implement, and manage communication and outreach strategies/programs that enhance and maintain the positive relationship between the Anchorage Police Department and the community. The Deputy Director will specifically be responsible for managing and developing APD’s social media platforms. Perform spokesperson duties and other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and nine (9) years of experience conducting research, investigations, litigation, report writing, program management, and/or program support.
OR
Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or a similar discipline, and seven (7) years of experience conducting research, investigations, litigation, report writing, program management, and/or program support.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Accounting, or a similar discipline, and five (5) years of experience conducting research, investigations, litigation, report writing, program management, and/or program support.
OR
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or a similar discipline, and three (3) years of experience conducting research, investigations, litigation, report writing, program management, and/or program support.
All applicants must possess/obtain:
Valid State of Alaska driver's license.
Satisfactory Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check within 6 months of hire.
Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within thirty (30) days of hire.
Additional Important Information
Successful applicants will participate in an interview with the Deputy Chief(s) and the Chief of Police.
The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Documents/DrivingConvictionsGuidelines.pdf) (Download PDF reader)
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference
Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process
Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.
NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Employee Relations Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.
The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:
Health / Medical Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
Health Savings Accounts
Retirement:
State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
401(k) and 457 Savings Plans
Employer Paid Benefits:
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Leave Plan
13 Paid Holidays
For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx
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In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).
Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.
If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.
Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
Yes
No
02
Are you a current Municipal employee?
Yes
No
03
Which best describes your level of education?
None / Less than high school
High school diploma / GED / Equivalent
Associate's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, or a similar discipline
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Accounting, or a similar discipline
Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, Accounting, or a similar discipline
04
Which best describes your experience conducting research, investigations, litigation, report writing, program management, and/or program support?
None - less than 3 years
3 years - less than 5 years
5 years - less than 7 years
7 years - less than 9 years
9 years or more
05
Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the above question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.
06
Do you possess a valid State of Alaska driver's license or can obtain one by the time of hire?
Yes
No
07
This position requires Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance. This and the following questions are related to the ability to obtain CJIS clearance. Do you understand and accept the requirements of this position?
Yes
No
08
Do you have any criminal convictions?
Yes
No
09
Are there any pending criminal charges against you?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Municipality of Anchorage
Address
632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501
Phone
(907) 343-4442
Website
http://www.muni.org/jol
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