Public Safety Information Coordinator
Corona, CA 
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The City of Corona has an exciting opportunity to join our Police Department as a Public Safety Information Coordinator. The Corona Police Department is made up of over 250 officers and professional staff which is comprised of three divisions: Field Services, Investigative Services, and Support Services. Our mission is to ensure the safety and security of our community while maintaining trust through transparency. The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Knowledge & Education
  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public relations or a related field. Candidates with a master's degree or graduate level course work in a closely related field are highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of marketing, public information, media relations, and community relations programs.

Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to plan, research, organize, coordinate, and implement a variety of public information, media, and community outreach activities and programs.
  • Develop community relations, communications, and social media programs and strategies.
  • Prepare and present information in various formats and for diverse audiences.
  • Plan and conduct special events.
  • Write a diverse range of materials including, but not limited to, press releases, articles, speeches, and social media posts to communicate items of interest to the community which are aligned with the police department's messaging goals.
  • Implement assigned projects which utilize traditional communication methods and social media for community outreach.
  • Comprehend complex questions and give information rapidly, accurately, and tactfully.
  • Effectively lead internal and external communications programs.
  • Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
  • Understand complex technology supporting current and evolving communication platforms.
  • Research, analyze, and evaluate program delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
  • Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present technical information and data in an effective manner.
  • Effectively represent the police department in meetings with the public, governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses and professional organizations, and in meetings with individuals.

Experience
  • Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in the development and coordination of public affairs, public information, community outreach, and social media marketing.
  • Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment.

Characteristics
  • Accountability- The Corona Police Department is a professional police agency staffed by individuals who cherish and maintain the highest standards of conduct and performance.
  • Integrity- Being truthful and ethical in what we do, what we say, and what we say we do in both our personal and professional lives.
  • Respect- We are committed to our profession and will always respect one another and the community that we serve.
  • Inclusion- We are not just diverse; we are welcoming to all.
  • Teamwork- When we work together to achieve our mission, the department and community will grow stronger. Together, we are better.
  • Innovation- We provide modern police services and are committed to always improve our organizational practices.
This position is FLSA non-exempt eligible for overtime compensation.

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Application Process

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for first review of application is Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 5:00PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review period.

Candidates that successfully pass the screening process and are deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in a virtual video interview through HireVue. The top candidates from the HireVue will then be invited to participate in an in-person oral interview tentatively scheduled for May 16, 2024. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list and will be contacted by the department to start the background process as vacancies arise.

Successful candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation and medical exam with the Corona Police Department. Background investigation will include but is not limited to the following:
  • No felony conviction(s).
  • Submit to a fingerprint and criminal history check - State and Federal Bureaus.
  • Good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation.
  • United States high school graduate, GED, or equivalent.
  • No conviction(s) of a serious offense, or numerous convictions of minor offenses.
  • Submit to a polygraph examination.
  • Successfully pass a medical examination.
  • Credit history check, if established, must be satisfactory.

COMMUNITY
A City whose heritage spans more than a century, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses around 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 168,100 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy such winter activities as snowboarding and skiing and such summer activities as surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on a beach. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

THE ORGANIZATION
The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.

The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.

The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024 is $ 369.9 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 194.5 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 860 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

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PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$79,764.00 - $96,960.00 Annually
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
3 years
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