AN ORDINANCE
NO. __________
An ordinance authorizing the establishment of the Class Title/Pay Grade of
Crime Prevention Director, Grade 24 in the Position Classification Plan of the
Columbus Consolidated Government; and for other purposes.
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THE COUNCIL OF COLUMBUS, GEORGIA, HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1.
That the Human Resources Department is hereby authorized to establish the new
Class Title/Pay Grade of Crime Prevention Director, Grade 24 as a General
Government position in the Position Classification Plan of the Columbus
Consolidated Government.
SECTION 2.
The Crime Prevention Director shall report to the Mayor. The duties of the
position are as prescribed by the Mayor and Council, pursuant to the attached
job description.
SECTION 3.
All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
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Introduced at a regular meeting of the Council of Columbus, Georgia, held on
the 14th day of July, 2009; introduced a second time at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the _______ day of _________, 2009, and adopted at said
meeting by the affirmative vote of ______ members of said council.
Councilor Allen Voting_____________.
Councilor Anthony Voting___________.
Councilor Baker Voting_____________.
Councilor Barnes Voting____________.
Councilor Davis Voting_____________.
Councilor Henderson Voting_________.
Councilor Hunter Voting____________.
Councilor McDaniel Voting__________.
Councilor Pugh Voting______________.
Councilor Woodson Voting___________.
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Tiny B. Washington, Clerk Jim Wetherington, Mayor
JOB TITLE: Director of the Office of Crime
Prevention MO/8
DEPARTMENT: Mayor?s Office, Columbus Consolidated Government
JOB SUMMARY: This position has oversight of City controlled funds used to
support crime prevention activities within the community. The director will
effectively build relationships with community organizations, businesses, and
law enforcement to aggressively promote the Office of Crime Prevention and its
mission.
MAJOR DUTIES:
Develop and design a grant application and procedure process to be used by
groups seeking funding for crime prevention programs in the City of Columbus
Develop and implement methods to measure program success and provide
accountability of the programs that use City controlled funds
Plan and coordinate crime prevention programs and activities in association
with various community businesses and non-profit organizations
Plan and coordinate crime prevention programs and activities in association
with law enforcement agencies to include the Muscogee County Sheriff?s Office,
the Muscogee County Marshal?s Office and the Columbus Police Department
Plan and coordinate crime prevention programs and activities in association
with other governmental agencies to include the Muscogee County School
District, the Columbus Department of Parks and recreation, the Juvenile Drug
Court, the Adult Drug Court and the Mental Health Court
Actively seek and evaluate crime prevention programs from other jurisdictions,
and implement programs as appropriate
Identify, apply for and administer federal, state, foundation and other grant
programs relating to crime prevention to further the goal of the Columbus Crime
Prevention Program
Develop and oversee the operating budget of the Office of Crime Prevention
Serve as liaison to the Board of the Office of Crime Prevention
Prepare periodic reports for the Mayor and City Council as requested
Perform other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:
Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and practices
governing crime prevention
Knowledge of principles and practices of grant writing and administration
Knowledge of methods and techniques used to prevent crime
Knowledge of growth, crime patterns and trends in the metropolitan surrounding
area
Knowledge and ability to create a vision for the implementation and growth of
the Office of Crime Prevention and its program
Skill in communication and interpersonal techniques, able to effectively build
relationships with community organizations, the business community, and the law
enforcement community to aggressively promote the Office of Crime Prevention
and its mission
Skill in working effectively with a volunteer board of directors and city
agencies
Skill in managing and supervising assigned staff; preparing and presenting
executive level reports and managing multiple projects simultaneously
Skill in instruction and an understanding of youth and adult learning styles
Skill in oral and written communications and strong presentation skills
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Mayor and Columbus Council assigns work in terms of
very general instructions. The Mayor and Columbus Council may critique
completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of
the final results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include generally accepted crime prevention practices
and techniques, including the use of judgment, selection, and interpretation in
application thereof.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied duties related to planning,
organizing, conceptualizing, facilitating and/or directing crime prevention
programs.
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to oversee, administer and
evaluate the programs of the Office of Crime Prevention. Successful
performance reduces crime and fosters a safer community.
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, executive
management, elected officials, board members, law enforcement personnel,
members of community organizations and the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to perform fieldwork, review
findings and recommendations, consult on crime prevention programs, implement,
monitor, audit or evaluate programs and procedures, make presentations, give or
exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, and justify,
negotiate, or settle matters.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or
table, with intermittent standing, stooping, walking, bending, crouching, or
stooping. The employee may occasionally lift light and heavy objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office. Some local
travel is required.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: No subordinates at this time.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor?s Degree from a four-year college or university in Communications,
Public Administration, Criminal Justice or a relevant field. Master?s Degree
preferred
Five or more years of experience in a public sector organization or any
combination of education, training and experience which provide the required
knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job
INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY COUNCILOR DAVIS
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