DEPUTY COMMUNITY RELATIONS DIRECTOR - Range 22 / EXE at Municipality of Anchorage, AK

About the Department

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 to Friday - 08:00 to 17:00

LOCATION: 716 W 4th Avenue

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Position 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

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.

Must possess/obtain:

• Valid State of Alaska driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• 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.

Preferences:

• Photography and production experience, including shooting and editing video.
• Experience with graphic design and digital media tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva).
• Strong storytelling and visual communication skills.
• Experience managing multimedia projects from concept to completion.
• Comfort working in a team environment and managing feedback during the approval process.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

Other Qualifications

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, the appointment in this position requires Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) and FBI National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within 30 days of hire, and Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) security clearance within 6 months of hire. If the individual selected for this position fails to obtain these clearances and access within the specified timeline, they individual will be terminated.

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.

All required certifications and/or 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 Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.