Policy Director - Department of Safety

**Responsibilities Includes:** Experience conducting and supervising complex policy research and analysis. Excellent advocacy, consensus-building, coalition-building, and leadership skills, and the demonstrated ability to work collegially and collaboratively with stakeholders ranging from front-line personnel, elected officials, uniform public safety and first responders, and civilian staff from a wide range of agencies and subject matter expertise.Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral; experience as a public spokesperson and advocate; ability to analyze and articulate legal concepts and other complex issues and to communicate them to a variety of audiences; a “quick study” on a dynamic array of issues. Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, producing consistent, quality work and adjusting to frequently changing demands.Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills, and the ability to manage a fast-paced work environment and a team of high-performing professionals is essential. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise good judgment under stressful situations. Excellent organization and time management skills to manage and oversee work, as well as assure timely completion of assignments and projects.Demonstrated ability to effectively manage both personnel and a heavy work-load.Ability to mobilize diverse internal and external partners. The ability to think on her/his feet while maintaining diplomacy.Proven experience in successfully navigating a complex matrixed environment. Demonstrated experience of a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.Excellent verbal communication skills. **Ideal Background and Experience**Extensive experience in a leadership role representing an organization on issues of public safety transformation.Familiarity with issues related to gentrification and displacement and law enforcement/community relations and an understanding of how these issues have specifically At least 3-5 years of experience working in government, outreach, community engagement, or legislative affairs. Experience working directly with system stakeholders (e.g. law enforcement agencies, courts, prosecution, defense, and community and faith-based organizations) and elected officials is strongly preferred.Below are the minimum requirements used to determine eligibility for this position:* Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in a related field based on a specific position(s).* Experience Requirement: Five (5) years of experience at the type and level of functional or operational management, which must have included management of subordinate supervisors.* Education & Experience Equivalency:

Two (2) years of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of posthigh school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.* Licensure & Certification:

By position, requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. By position, must obtain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) clearance within the probationary period.

Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.### Work With UsWith competitive pay, , and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise.See yourself experiencing growth and balance.See yourself being respected and valued.See yourself belonging here.Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.**Your journey starts right here.****#SeeYourselfHere**Never miss Dever Jobs— #J-18808-Ljbffr