Mediation Response Specialist I
Recruitment #21-7212-002
| Date Opened | 11/30/2021 12:00:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 1/14/2022 5:00:00 PM |
| Salary | $50,980.80 - $68,952.00 per year |
| Job Type | Noncompetitive |
Responsibilities
The Mediation Response Specialist I works with the Mediation Responder Program (MRP), an alternative to police response as appropriate for 911 police calls and minor disputes, either in-person or by telephone. This position is the primary contact for customers interested in mediation/conflict resolution services. Incumbents work closely with and foster relationships with stakeholders (including Police, Fire EMS, Dispatch, Courts, Agencies and Community Members) and will be a part of a high-functioning team capable of providing de-escalation and conflict intervention services to City of Dayton community members experiencing conflict. Responsible for knowing the relevant community referral sources which may provide assistance to customers; creating and expanding mediation services; developing training for volunteers/public; and conducting research to further the goals of the Mediation Center. Performs intake and case-management services, and works with customers to increase their awareness and understanding of the mediation process and/or other conflict resolution services offered by the Center. Incumbents prepare reports, compile and enter data in a timely manner, schedule mediations, and coordinate the scheduling of volunteer mediators to conduct mediations. Mediation Response Specialists I's supervise mediations, including Saturday and weekday evenings.
While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently both outdoors and indoors as dictated by the call for service. The environment can range from, but is not limited to the office, homes of referrals/clients, places of business, and the in the community, potentially in both fair and inclement weather.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Conflict Management, Social Work, Criminal Justice or closely related field AND 5 years of experience in Police crisis management, crisis work, case management or mediation.
Certification by Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation, Inc., OR certification from the Dayton Mediation
Center as a “Master Mediator” may be substituted for one (1) year of the above required experience.
Certifications
- Must obtain through the City of Dayton a Basic Mental Health First Aid certification within 6 months of employment and maintain thereafter as a term and condition of continued employment.
- Must obtain through the City of Dayton a First Aid for Adult/Child Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification within 6 months of employment and maintain thereafter as a term and condition of continued employment.
- Must receive certification by the Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation, Inc. OR certification from Dayton Mediation Center as a “Master Mediator” within 12 months of employment and maintain thereafter as a term and condition of continued employment.
License Requirements
Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain thereafter as a term and condition of continued employment.
Notes
Applications must specifically address each of the minimum qualifications, directly showing how each is met.
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
M/F/H
Background Check
A background investigation and evidence of Employment Authorization and Identity is required prior to employment. All candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position, including current city employees seeking transfer, promotion, demotion, etc. into a classified position.
Medical Examination & Drug and Nicotine Testing
Final appointment is contingent upon the applicant passing a job-related medical examination including drug screen. Applicants offered employment with the City will be required to pass a nicotine screening. Newly hired employees must remain tobacco and nicotine free as a condition of continued employment. The Tobacco and Nicotine Free Hiring Policy does not apply to current City employees.
Important COVID-19 Information
Beginning November 1, 2021, newly hired City of Dayton employees must attest to being fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus or be required to become fully vaccinated within 90 days of being hired.