Communications Coordinator - Police
Salary
$71,826.56 - $87,528.48 Annually
Location
Bakersfield, CA, CA
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
02460
Department
Police
Division
Community Engagement - Community Relations
Opening Date
05/26/2026
Closing Date
6/9/2026 1:00 PM Pacific
Description
THE POSITION:
Under general direction, performs professional and administrative work in the coordination and dissemination of citywide information internally and to the media and general public; creates a variety of outreach materials for projects and programs in support of communications plans and strategies; develops timely and appropriate content; acts as a resource and liaison with the citys technology staff to provide technical assistance to City officials and departments in preparation of internal and external publications and social media; and performs other related work as required.
Representative Duties
For a full job description, please click the here.
Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who properly complete the City application and clearly demonstrate on the application, supplemental questionnaire, and resume that they possess the minimum qualifications which include:
HIGHLY DESIRABLE: Strong written, verbal, and creative communication skills; deadline driven with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: As listed in the full job description link above.
PRELIMINARY BACKGROUND QUESTIONNAIRE (PBQ): Prior to appointment, applicants must successfully complete a preliminary investigation of their personal history and background to determine suitability for this position with the Bakersfield Police Department. Qualified candidates will be required to submit a COMPLETED Preliminary Background Questionnaire by June 16, 2026 (Tentative). Instructions will be provided at a later date.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
EXAMINATION (Weighted: 100%) June 23, 2026 (Tentative): An appraisal will be made of the applicants education, training, experience, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required. NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on the face of the application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, supplemental questionnaire, and resume; otherwise, the application may be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the COMPLETED application.
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the Cityweb Employee Benefits page for detailed information (rates and plan information).
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the Citys participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the Citys Retirement Info page for additional information.
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
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Do you possess a degree in one of the following?
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If you selected "related field" in question #2, please describe how your degree prepares you for a position as a Communications Coordinator - Police. If you marked any other box, please write "N/A".
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Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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How many years of experience do you possess in public relations, communications, public information, and print media?
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Briefly explain your work experience in public relations, communications, public information, and print media as indicated in question #5. If you checked "None", please write "N/A".
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Please select each of the following for which you have work experience in:
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Briefly explain your work experience and dates for each selected item in question #7. If you checked "None of the Above", please write "N/A".
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I understand that I must successfully complete a full investigation, of my personal history and background, prior to appointment within the Bakersfield Police Department. This will include completion of a Pre-Investigative Background Questionnaire and a Personal History Statement.
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I understand that all future correspondence with the City, with regards to this recruitment, will be via e-mail provided on my application. Please keep your contact information up-to-date and ensure that your e-mail spam filter allows you to receive messages from HumanResources@bakersfieldcity.us. Note: All City Examination notices are also available via your Government Jobs profile.
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I understand I must submit a resume in order for my application to be accepted. Resumes may be uploaded and attached to your online application, submitted in person to the Human Resources Department, City Hall North, 1600 Truxtun Avenue, 1st Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301, emailed to AdmHrs@bakersfieldcity.us, or Faxed to (661) 852-2070. Please reference the recruitment name and number (i.e., Communications Coordinator - Police #02460) and submit to the attention of Asia Wofford.
Required Question
Employer City of Bakersfield
Address 1600 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield, California, 93301
Phone (661) 326-3773
(661) 326-3773
Website http://www.bakersfieldjobs.us