Job description
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis Police Department is currently hiring a Crime Prevention Specialist who will work in a sector of a Precinct implementing community crime prevention strategies and addressing neighborhood problems.
Please note that there are two vacancies for this position : one position is temporary that is expected to last for one year and may become permanent in 2024 and the second is a permanent position.
- Identify problems through community input, review of police reports, calls for service, housing information and other sources.
- Identify and work with other City Departments, County Departments, and other Police Departments (National and local) to address identified concerns.
- Work with these organizations to identify problems, develop crime prevention plans, and identify specific actions which can help resolve the issues.
- Perform community contact at residential and organizational (religious institutions, business locations, sororities, block clubs, etc) locations participate and make presentations to educate and train the public on crime prevention topics including home/apartment security, commercial security, auto theft prevention, personal safety, graffiti prevention, crime prevention through environmental design, identity theft prevention, neighborhood - alley and block security and safety.
- Work with others in the MPD and other City Departments to develop, coordinate and host community events such as rental property owner workshops, citizen academies, sex offender notification meetings, and related events.
- Develop, plan and conduct presentations for residents to become block leaders, and Crime Prevention Committee Members/Leaders. And Rental property Owner Group Leaders.
- Work closely with community organizations to establish/maintain residential and apartment clubs, business block clubs, landlord groups, and neighborhood crime prevention groups, and related clubs by door knocking, phone calling, making presentations, hosting workshops, facilitating meetings, etc.
- Provide one on one crime prevention support to individuals who are concerned about crime in the community (in person, via telephone, etc)
- Maintain documentation on 'cases' for reporting to the community and for possible use in relation to criminal or civil hearings, enter information into PIMS.
- Refer information to the City or County Attorney Offices related to the State Nuisance Laws and the City's Rental License Program.
- Write and distribute community crime alert information, press releases, brochures, and other crime prevention information documents to the community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associates Degree in Criminal Justice, Planning, Urban Studies, Sociology or the equivalent.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Two years of outreach, volunteer coordination, or experience performing duties similar to those listed above.
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Valid Driver's License
An equivalent combination of education and highly related experience in a similar environment may be considered.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS: You must attach a resume to your application.
SELECTION PROCESS
BACKGROUND CHECK
The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING
All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.
UNION REPRESENTATION
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Please click here to visit our website for more information regarding the terms and conditions of this agreement.
ELIGIBLE LIST
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire in 10 (ten) months after it has been established.
INTERVIEW SELECTION
- Bachelor's Degree preferred in areas such as planning or urban studies
- Knowledge of community organizing principles and strategies and volunteer recruiting.
- Knowledge of legal system and options available to deal with problems and situations.
- Knowledge of basic law enforcement principles and practices
- Knowledge of negotiation techniques and the ability apply them.
- Familiarity with the MPD policies and procedures, and with applicable City ordinances and statutes.
- Good written and oral communication skills and the ability to make presentations before large groups.
- Good computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office products, and ability to learn new software applications.
- Ability to learn quickly and apply crime prevention principles and practices.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people.
- Ability to explain procedures and policy and recommend solutions to problems.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.
Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.
New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave.
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
- Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
- Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
- Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
- Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs-such as qualified parking and van pool expenses-with pre-tax dollars
Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program (Download PDF reader), technology discounts and more.
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