Police Wellness Administrator - Limited Term Assignment

Police Wellness Administrator - Limited Term Assignment

Salary

$83,117.63 - $106,081.66 Annually

Location

Police Station - 555 NE 15th St, Bend, OR

Job Type

Limited Duration Assignment

Job Number

20260019-01

Department

Police

Opening Date

09/16/2026

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About the Role

The Bend Police Department is accepting applications for one (1), full-time Limited Term Wellness Administrator anticipated assignment to last up to three (3) years. This is an FLSA Exempt (overtime in-eligible), non-represented position.

The Wellness Administrator will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of wellness, resilience, and support within our agency. This dynamic position leads the development, implementation, and long-term sustainability of the department's comprehensive Wellness Program-driving innovative, evidence-based initiatives that strengthen the physical, psychological, and emotional wellbeing of all personnel.

As a member of the Bend Police Department, youll be part of a professional law enforcement agency that champions teamwork, integrity, and excellence.

Classification Framework: Class Specifications | Police Department Wellness Administrator | Class Spec Details

What Youll Do

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

As the Wellness Administrator you will:

• Design, implement, manage, and evaluate the Police Department Wellness Program, including evidence-based training, services, curricula, classes, speakers, and fitness assessments that promote physical and behavioral health, wellness, and resilience.
• Develop, recommend, and implement wellness-related policies, procedures, referral pathways, and operational protocols aligned with department goals and regulatory requirements.
• Identify funding sources, assist with budget development, and collaborate with Command, Managers, and leadership on grant applications and reporting; evaluate and select community partners and service providers, and manage contracts, performance, and expenditures.
• Perform ongoing assessments to identify wellness needs, service gaps, and barriers to access; track participation, evaluate effectiveness, and ensure compliance with evidence-based standards; and stay current on laws, standards, and best practices affecting first responder wellness, implementing required program adjustments.
• Deliver support services consistent with program protocols, including short-term intervention, on-scene crisis support, and post-incident response; serve as liaison between employees and external clinicians, coordinating referrals, resource access, and follow-up after debriefings.
• Oversee and manage the peer support team using industry best practices; conduct training and informational sessions; and collaborate with the Police Department Training Division on training, communication, and strategies.
• Develop communication strategies to increase awareness and participation; prepare statistical summaries, attendance records, and equipment inventories; maintain directories of health, behavioral health, and fitness resources; and perform other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate

Ability:

• Use effective communication and people skills to inform, educate, motivate, and gain agreement, resolve conflict, and/or develop alternatives.
• Analyze and interpret complex information and situations quicky and objectively, determine proper course of action.
• Maintain ethical and confidentiality, documentation, and compliance requirements applicable to wellness programming, referrals, and sensitive employee support services.
• Use independent judgement and knowledge to make appropriate operating decisions, resolve operational problems, and conflicts.
• Ability to work within a defined chain of command in a fast paced and high stress public safety environment.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all levels of the Police Department and City, including community partners and community members.
• Developing, administering, and maintaining compliance with Applicable Police Departments and City policies and procedures, ethical standards, and local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively verbally, in writing and through numerous forms of media, to audiences of various social, education, economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Highly effective working both independently and within a team environment.

Candidates who meet the listed minimum qualifications, including an equivalent combination of education and experience, will be considered for an interview. Please ensure that your application includes information and your education, relevant paid and unpaid work experience, and applicable licenses and certifications. Avoid referencing your resume in the job duties section of the application.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as outlined in this job description; AND
• 2 to 3 years' experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks; OR
• Any combination of experience and training that would provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Required Licenses & Certifications:

• Ability to successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation, including a criminal history check.
• Current and valid Driver's License per City policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Ability to obtain Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with first responders.
• Certification from an Accredited Wellness Program.

Work Environment:

Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment, with regular use of computers and other standard office equipment. Work involves extended periods of sitting, standing, and working at a computer station.

What to Know Before Applying

Application Deadline: First review of applications will be October 14, 2026.

Application Requirements: To be considered, applicants must complete an online application including the following attachments (failure to include required attachments may result in disqualification):

• A completed online application
• Attached a formal Cover letter (required)
• Attached valid Credentials, Certifications and Licensing (if applicable)

Anticipated Hiring Process:

• Review of submitted applications: First review October 14th
• Web-Based interview: October 27-29
• In-Person Oral Board Interview: November 2-5
• Background investigation: November 16-December 28th.
• Tentative Start Date: January 12, 2027.

Veterans Preference: Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veterans preference. For more information click here

Equity Statement: The City of Bend remains committed to building a workforce that advances diversity and inclusion within our community and all we do. We recognize that not everyone starts from the same place, and that gender, race and ability, sexual orientation, and other identities face different barriers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where employees can thrive without these barriers. A more extended version of the City of Bends Organizational Equity Statement is available upon request.

Benefits: The City of Bend offers an excellent competitive benefits package for Employees and Dependents for health and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and a robust paid leave program. Details are available on the benefits tab of the job posting.

Starting Compensation: Starting compensation is determined based on a pay equity analysis considering the candidates education, applicable work experience, and internal equity. Please include all relevant information in your application.

Please note that this announcement establishes an eligibility list that at any time may be canceled at the discretion of the Police Chief.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. At the City of Bend, we dont just accept differences; we value them. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Equal Pay Act.

Employee Benefit Overview

August 1, 2025 - July 31, 2026

Regular Full Time Benefits:

Coverage is effective on the first day of the month, coinciding with or following date of hire.

(If the first day of work is on the first calendar day of the month, coverage is effective that day.)

High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

Medical, Vision and Prescription Coverage

Underwritten by PacificSource Health Plans

Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total monthly premium. Benefit-eligible part-time employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly-scheduled hours, either at 50% (employees working 20-29 hours per week) or 75% (employees working 30-39 hours per week) of the full monthly premium.

Employee monthly premium:EmployeeEmployee & DependentsFull-time Employees$71.48$178.70Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week)$178.72$446.77Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week)$357.43$893.54

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Third Party Administrator -- PacificSource Administrators (PSA)

This is an employer-funded account designed to reimburse employees for IRS-qualified medical expenses. Reimbursements are tax-free, and any unused HRA Comp-A fund amounts at the end of the plan year are transferred to the employee's VEBA account following first full year of employment (see below for VEBA account information). Coinsurance (Med-G) funding remaining at plan year end is forfeited and does not roll to the VEBA.

Employee monthly premium portion:

Employee

Employee & Dependents

Full-time EmployeesHRA (Comp - A)

Coinsurance (Med - G)$2,000

$1,250$4,000

$1,250Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week)HRA (Comp - A)

Coinsurance (Med - G)$1,500

$937.50$3,000

$1,335.75Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week)HRA (Comp - A)

Coinsurance (Med - G)$1,000

$625$2,000

$890.50

Employees also have the option to self-fund a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for unreimbursed medical expenses to offset potential out-of-pocket liability under the medical/dental plans and potentially shelter their HRA Comp-A account to allow for larger rollover to their VEBA account at plan year end.

First Stop Health - Telemedicine: The City of Bend provides First Stop Health (FSH) telemedicine benefits for FREE to all medical-enrolled employees and up to seven (7) of their immediate family members.

Dental Plan

Underwritten by MODA

$2,000 calendar year benefit maximum per covered individual includes $1,000 one-time orthodontia benefit.

Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total composite monthly premium.

Part-time benefit-eligible employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly scheduled work hours (50% for employees working 20-29 hours per week; 75% for those working 30-39 hours per week).

Employee composite monthly premium:

Employee with/without Dependents

Full-time Employees$15.40

Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week)$38.53

Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week)$77.05

VEBA Plan

Administered by HRA VEBA

Individual employee account that receives tax-free rollover amounts from the City-funded HRA Comp-A account remaining at the end of each plan year. The account belongs to the employee and may be invested in mutual funds similar to deferred compensation. The account can grow, tax free, and be used for future medical expenses and can be used either while still employed or after separation/retirement.

Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)

Administered by PacificSource Administrators (PSA)

Participation in the City of Bends Flexible Spending Plan is voluntary and allows employees to pay for IRS-approved health care-related expenses and dependent care through pre-tax payroll deduction.

Life, Personal Accident (AD&D) & Long-Term Disability Plans

Underwritten by New York Life

Group Basic Term Life Insurance: Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a coverage amount of one times the employees annual salary, to a maximum benefit of $150,000, with a minimum benefit of $50,000. Coverage includes person accident coverage for loss of life and/or limb, per scheduled benefit package amounts.

Group Long-term Disability Insurance: Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a a benefit of up to 66.67% of employee's covered earnings to a maximum of $9,000 per month.

Voluntary Life and AD&D: Active, full time employees of the City of Bend regularly working a minimum of 20 hours per week are eligible for additional voluntary coverage for the employee, spouse/domestic partner and dependent children.

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

The City of Bend participates in the PERS Retirement System. Employees become PERS members after working six full calendar months in a qualifying position requiring at least 600 hours worked per 12-month period. Contributions on the employee's behalf begin following completion of the six-month waiting period. The City makes "employer" contribution based on the employee's Tier I, II or OPSRP member status. The City also makes the "employee" member contribution of 6% of salary. For complete PERS program details, visit the website http://www.oregon.gov/pers

Employee Assistance Program

Underwritten by Canopy

This City-provided, confidential service helps employees privately solve problems that may interfere with work, family and life in general. Services are free to employees, their dependents and household members.

The City of Bend also offers the following voluntary benefit programs which are elective and funded through payroll deduction:

• AFLAC Supplemental Insurance (various plans are offered)
• MASA ground and air ambulance membership
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans sponsored by Nationwide Retirement Solutions & Mission Square Retirement

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Temporary Medical Only Benefits:

Coverage is effective on the first day of the month, coinciding with or following date of hire. (If the first day of work is on the first calendar day of the month, coverage is effective that day.)

High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

Medical, Vision, Prescription coverage

Underwritten by PacificSource Health Plans

Full-time, temporary employee(s) currently pay 10% of the total employee(s) monthly premium. Full-time, temporary employees are eligible for employee-only medical coverage. However, there is family coverage available should the employee choose to enroll and assume financial responsibility for the difference of premium.

Employee composite monthly premium:

EmployeeEmployee & DependentsFull-time Employees$71.48$1,143.69Deductible$2,000$4,000

Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)

Administered by PacificSource Administrators (PSA)

Participation in the City of Bends Flexible Spending Plan is voluntary and allows employees to pay for IRS-approved health care-related expenses and dependent care through pre-tax payroll deduction.

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

The City of Bend participates in the PERS Retirement System. Employees become PERS members after working six full calendar months in a qualifying position requiring at least 600 hours worked per 12-month period. Contributions on the employee's behalf begin following completion of the six-month waiting period. The City makes "employer" contribution based on the employee's Tier I, II or OPSRP member status. The City also makes the "employee" member contribution of 6% of salary. For complete PERS program details, visit the website http://www.oregon.gov/pers

Employee Assistance Program

Underwritten by Canopy

This City-provided, confidential service helps employees privately solve problems that may interfere with work, family and life in general. Services are free to employees, their dependents and household members.

The City of Bend also offers the following voluntary benefit programs which are elective and funded through payroll deduction:

• MASA ground and air ambulance membership
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans sponsored by Nationwide Retirement Solutions and Mission Square Retirement

If you have Federal student loan debt, (private student loans not included), or are considering going back to school, you may benefit from the Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

• If you make 120 qualifying payments on your Federal student loan while working full-time for a qualifying employer, your Federal student loan debt may be forgiven.

Always check the loan servicer and type of loan you have to ensure you qualify.

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Do you have a valid Oregon drivers license or the ability to obtain and maintain if hired?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Bend

Address 710 NW Wall Street

Bend, Oregon, 97701

Phone 541-388-5525

Website http://www.bendoregon.gov