Neighborhood Services Coordinator
The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill a Neighborhood Services Coordinator vacancy with the Oakland Police Department. Under the supervision of the Neighborhood Services Manager, you will coordinate and provide crime prevention and problem solving services in support of community-policing efforts, interact with people from diverse cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, and often deal with issues that are politically or socially sensitive. You will have substantial autonomy conducting your duties and must exercise good judgment and planning at all times.

Experience/Skills:
Four years of progressively responsible work experience in community-based projects or crime prevention programs involving extensive contact with the public. Strong problem solving, decision making, public speaking and writing skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and Spanish-speaking skills are essential.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration or a closely related field. Experience may substitute for education.

Salary:
$4,380-$5,255/month plus excellent benefit package (37.5 hour work week)

Apply/Contact:
Apply by: December 8, 2006. To be considered, you must complete an application and a supplemental questionnaire. These forms are available at the Office of Personnel, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019 and on the Internet at www.oaklandnet.com. Click on "City Jobs" and "How to apply." For more information, phone: 510 238-3112. ADA/EOE

Date Posted: 11/06/2006