SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST (COMMUNITY SAFETY) (UNCLASSIFIED)
City of Cincinnati
General Statement of Duties
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The Community Safety Specialist supports the City’s non-law enforcement violence reduction work by coordinating projects, strengthening internal systems, and leading continuous improvement efforts across community-focused initiatives. Working under the direction of the Violence Reduction Program Manager, this position provides project management, quality improvement (QI), community engagement, and operational support that ensures violence reduction strategies through the Achieving Change Together (ACT) for Cincy blueprint are delivered efficiently, consistently, and with measurable impact.
This role works closely with City departments, community partners, service providers, residents, and cross-sector collaborators involved in ACT for Cincy.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
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(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)
Knowledge of:
Prepare clear reports, summaries, and project documentation.
Utilize Microsoft Office suite applications or equivalent productivity/professional software.
Project management principles, methodologies, and tools.
Violence reduction strategies and community safety frameworks, including place-based, evidence-informed, and public health approaches.
Systems thinking methodologies and tools for mapping workflows, identifying gaps, and improving cross-departmental coordination.
Program and project management principles, including project planning, scoping, timeline development, stakeholder alignment, and outcome monitoring.
Data literacy and analysis, including principles of quantitative and qualitative research, performance measurement, and interpretation of community-level safety data.
Community engagement best practices, especially strategies that center resident voice and support co-design within safety initiatives.Skill to:
Establish work priorities, manage multiple tasks, and respond to work requests in a timely manner.
Build trust and rapport with community members, partners, and City departments.
Prepare clear reports, summaries, and project documentation.
Utilize Microsoft Office suite applications or equivalent productivity/professional software.
Ability to:Support cross-functional work, including assigning tasks, guiding collaborative efforts, and providing informal supervision or direction to project teams.
(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all tasks that may be performed.)
Communicate effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Manage details while keeping the broader strategy in view.
Adapt to shifting priorities and maintain a solutions-oriented approach.
Build positive working relationships with community members and partner organizations.
Synthesize complex information, identify patterns, and maintain high attention to detail while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Maintain confidentiality, especially regarding sensitive City information, resident data, and public safety matters
Examples of Work Performed:
Support the design, implementation, and monitoring of community safety projects, ensuring alignment with City goals, timelines, and quality standards.
Coordinate cross-departmental efforts, including collaboration with Police and other partners to improve workflow efficiency and service delivery.
Document, track, and manage project-related requests, tasks, and activities, ensuring timely follow-up, resolution, and accountability.
Collect, analyze, and report data related to community safety initiatives, identifying trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Develop and maintain project plans, dashboards, and process maps, supporting transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Represent the department or division with external partners, participating in joint projects and serving as a liaison to community groups, nonprofit partners, and public agencies.
Assist in implementation of quality improvement frameworks, including conducting PDSA cycles, process evaluations, and system assessments.
Prepare and deliver presentations to leadership, staff, and community stakeholders, clearly communicating project status, findings, and recommendations.
Perform additional duties related to project management, program coordination, and quality improvement as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
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OPEN:
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, project management, public health, social science, or related field.
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in project management, quality improvement, systems improvement, program coordination, or related work.
Other Requirements:
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License in order to operate City vehicles and/or personal vehicle to perform outreach functions.
Must be detail-oriented, organized, and demonstrate strong relationship-building capability.
Must be committed to collaborative, community-centered violence reduction.
Preferred Experience:
Certification or coursework in project management or QI (e.g., PMP, Lean, Six Sigma, CQI).
Experience working in community-based, public sector, or social impact environments.
Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may be considered.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Background Investigation: A criminal background investigation will be conducted for this position (according to Civil Service Commission Rule 15 – Sensitive Classifications/Positions and the Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2001 and the Patriot Act). The purpose is to detect security risks and prevent security threats posed by potential employees.
U.S. Citizenship: All positions with the City of Cincinnati require that each applicant be a citizen of the United States or have a valid permanent resident card at the time of appointment (date of hire).MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATIONMilitary education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case-by-case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations. Working and Physical Conditions
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Environmental Conditions:
Primarily indoor office environment with regular computer use.Some attendance at community meetings and outdoor events may be required.
Physical Conditions:Duties require sitting, standing, walking, and occasional travel to neighborhood locations.
