SCOPE Director (Civil Service)

S.C.O.P.E. Director

The S.C.O.P.E. (Sheriff's Community Oriented Policing Effort) Director works under the direction and guidance of the Spokane County Sheriff, or designee. The primary responsibility of this civilian, non-commissioned position is to ensure continuity and open communication through regular planning and prioritization efforts. Incumbent will provide liaison and administrative support to the S.C.O.P.E. Board of Directors.

Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.

The following documents must be uploaded with your application :

• Copy of Valid Driver's License (front side only)
• Copy of DD-214 Member Form 4 (if applicable)
• Copy of Permanent Resident Card AKA "Green Card" (if applicable; front side only)
• Copy of Employment Authorization Document (EAD) card / Form I-797 (Notice of Action) / Form I-821D (Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients if applicable)

Official transcripts submitted by the school registrar or their third-party affiliate : Official transcripts from the school of your highest level of education and / or transcripts showing proof of your highest degree obtained must be submitted to the Civil Service office in order to move forward in the hiring process. All transcripts must be official documents; they cannot be uploaded by applicants to your application.

Testing for this position will be dependent on the number of qualified applicants and may include a Training & Experience Form, Oral Board Interview, or a combination of the two. Full details on testing will be sent to all qualified applicants after the posting deadline.

The following duties are not intended to serve as an exclusive list of all essential job functions performed by all employees in this classification, but only as a representative summary of the primary job functions and responsibilities. Incumbent may not be required to perform all job functions and may be required to perform additional, position specific tasks.

Facilitate all Executive Action Committee (EAC) meetings, attend S.C.O.P.E. station meetings, and attend other Sheriff Office staff meetings, as requested. Oversee S.C.O.P.E. website to ensure up-to-date information and facilitate communication between S.C.O.P.E. volunteers, the Sheriff and other Agency personnel, community members, and other law enforcement entities. Oversee the operation of all S.C.O.P.E. programs; assist other S.C.O.P.E. employees; supervise the daily operations of the S.C.O.P.E. office and all employees including full-time and extra-help staff, interns, and volunteers; conduct yearly evaluation of all employees and volunteers. Coordinate the implementation of new and / or revised policies and procedures relating to S.C.O.P.E.; ensure all S.C.O.P.E. stations have an updated S.C.O.P.E. program manual; evaluate current procedures and practices for accomplishing S.C.O.P.E. objectives; recommend and implement improved procedures and practices under the direction of the Spokane County Sheriff, or designee. Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive S.C.O.P.E. programs and Sheriff's Office reports, records, files, correspondence, and conversations; manage S.C.O.P.E. programs' record retention storage and disposition. Recruit, train, supervise, coordinate orientation and training classes for S.C.O.P.E.; serve as a resource to volunteers; network among community groups, referral agencies, and the law enforcement community; facilitate group activities and discussion; engage in group process, community organizing, problem solving, decision-making, and effective citizen participation practices. Solicit and secure financial partnerships, grant opportunities and funding for sustaining S.C.O.P.E. stations, programs and activities; maintain accurate budget and funds record keeping, expenditure and inventory of funds or grants raised. Produce, coordinate and maintain training classes including advertising to stations and the general public; maintaining records of volunteers to complete training and background checks; create CJIS profiles and maintain compliance for all S.C.O.P.E. employees and volunteers. Direct and coordinate program activities to carry out the objective of the S.C.O.P.E. Program as directed by the Spokane County Sheriff, or designee. Act as the Spokane County Sheriff's Office S.C.O.P.E. liaison to the public by making presentation to community organizations, volunteers, neighborhoods, and law enforcement personnel. Prepare and administer an annual budget; submit required reports to federal, state, and county agencies; maintain and provide necessary accurate computer records of vouchers, purchase orders, supplies, and expenses; audit all S.C.O.P.E. station's monthly revenue and expenditures monthly. Increase Spokane citizens' awareness of and involvement in community-orientated policing services; foster community spirit with S.C.O.P.E. volunteers and community partners. Develop a comprehensive fundraising program to raise funds for S.C.O.P.E. projects which includes a strategic plan, timeline, reporting, and tracking system; create and present the S.C.O.P.E. program presentation for the annual S.C.O.P.E. banquet. Provide assistance to the S.C.O.P.E. Program Manager to ensure S.C.O.P.E. stations are following the S.C.O.P.E. program requirements. Enforce the S.C.O.P.E. Station Disciplinary Process as requested using a Code of Conduct Volunteer Agreement, a Station contact person, uniform Station by-laws, and annual Station Financial reviews. Perform other duties as assigned.

Must be a citizen of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) recipient; must be able to speak, read, and write the English language; high school diploma or GED. A valid drivers' license is required at the time of application and must be retained throughout employment. In addition to the above requirements, applicants must qualify in at least one of the following categories :

Incumbent is required to undergo and successfully complete a full background investigation with the Spokane County Sheriff's Office Background Investigation Unit prior to being hired. Behavioral Standards : All employees of the Spokane County Sheriff's Office are responsible for contributing to a safe, productive, and positive work environment, by being self-motivated and actively demonstrating the core values of the Sheriff's Office in their daily work and interactions :

Knowledge of : S.C.O.P.E. Program proper document storage, retention, and disposal in accordance with the Washington State and Spokane County records retention schedule. Skilled in : communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction the use of standard office equipment, including computers and software related to job duties public speaking supervision of staff and volunteers fundraising providing excellent customer service exercising discretion and ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information Microsoft Office programs and other computer / software applications. Ability to : effectively supervise, plan, direct, coordinate, and evaluate activities of the S.C.O.P.E.