City of Spokane announces search for its first Police Ombudsman.
Spokane Mayor Mary Verner announced today that the City has officially begun recruiting to fill the position of Police Ombudsman. The Mayor is asking interested persons to respond by February 27th and says she hopes to have the position filled
by this spring.
“We are seeking outstanding candidates who have the ability to communicate with citizens from a variety of backgrounds, evaluate information, and make sound decisions,” the Mayor said in a statement released earlier today. “The person we choose will face many expectations from the community and be prepared to get right to work.”
Among the requirements posted in the job announcement are
Demonstrated skill in communicating with people of diverse backgrounds and interests in sometimes difficult and stressful circumstances.
Demonstrated skill in utilizing the principles and practices of effective and persuasive communication to elicit information, negotiate problem resolution, influence and solicit cooperation, and seek and obtain support for various programs or policies.
“The goal,” says the Mayor, “is to create an ombudsman office that features independence, transparency, professionalism, and meaningful review.”
A five member committee will be involved in the candidate review process and will recommend three candidates for the position to the Mayor, who will select on and forward that person on to the City Council for approval. Again according to today’s statement from Mayor Verner, “public meetings with the candidates are anticipated prior to the Mayor’s selection.”
The person chosen for the job will be appointed for a three-year term with the possibility of being reappointed for a second three-year term. The salary range is $77,130 to $94,628 per year.
Click here to read the full job description.
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