Job Description

Make a Valuable Contribution to Supporting Crime Prevention Programs!About our community:Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community. It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts, and sports. Prince George's central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects residents, businesses, resources, and agricultural products to markets around the world. And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George - spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you! Discover all these opportunities and more!About our organization:The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.About the opportunity:Working in conjunction with the RCMP, you will be responsible for the administrative and marketing aspects of Community Policing. This role focuses on developing, promoting, and implementing community-based crime prevention and policing programs within Prince George. You will liaise with the RCMP to initiate and maintain all community policing initiatives, including the Restorative Justice program, Citizens on Patrol, and Neighborhood Watch. Additionally, you will participate in relevant community committees to ensure the success of these programs. The role requires considerable independence and sound judgment while working within established policies and guidelines.About your background:The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling a demanding workload and effectively meeting deadlines. They will hold, at minimum, a two-year college diploma (60 credits) in business or a related discipline, including basic marketing and accounting courses, from a publicly accredited post-secondary institution recognized in the BC Transfer Guide. Preference will be given to individuals with a Restorative Justice Certificate. The successful applicant should have a minimum of five years of related grant writing and administrative experience, as well as two years of supervisory experience. Knowledge of the police environment is considered an asset. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an RCMP Reliability Clearance.Why You Will Love Working for our Police Support Services team at the City of Prince George:

• Work with a professional team dedicated to quality and excellence.
• Enjoy a competitive wage of $40.74 - $41.74 plus an excellent benefits and pension package.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by February 21, 2025 to:Want to know more about this exciting career?Please refer to the job description on our website for more details!Want to know more about living and working in Prince George?Please visit: /The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

City of Prince George