ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Works under the direction of the Violent Crime Intervention Fund (VCIF) Director in the development and implementation of VCIF community outreach, engagement, and communication. Develops relationships with community organizations including faith-based organizations, civic, and neighborhood groups.  Collaborates with community organizations in educating the public about VCIF Hot Spot programming and available resources.  Creates invitations, flyers, brochures, and other Memphis Police Department (MPD). VCIF Hot Spot communication publications. Attends community functions, meetings, and events by driving to various locations throughout the City. Assesses community needs by gathering useful statistics for assigned zip codes. Develops and implements VCIF communications and community engagement plans for social media and website content.  Works with the Communications Department to ensure all VCIF media communications are consistent.  Researches and responds to VCIF community inquiries and complaints. Interacts by communicating verbally and in writing with general public, community organizations and staff on a variety of VCIF related issues and concerns.  Works in conjunction with MPD’s Public Information Office to promote VCIF Hot Spot activities and events. Travels throughout the City to attend community and outreach events.  

 OTHER FUNCTIONS: Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned 

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to communicate clearly verbally and in writing. Requires the ability to operate general office equipment such as a personal computer, radio, scanner/copier, and telephone. Requires the ability to operate an automobile. Requires the ability to lift and carry materials (approx. 30 lbs.). Requires the ability to use a computer, copier, telephone, and other general office equipment. 

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Majority of work is performed in an office environment. Requires travel to other site locations throughout the city.