Police Events Coordinator

The Provo Police Department is a dedicated law enforcement agency serving the vibrant and community-focused city of Provo, Utah. Recognized for its commitment to public safety, transparency, and collaboration with community members, the department plays a crucial role in maintaining the wellbeing and security of the city's residents. Provo itself is a thriving city known for its strong neighborhoods, active civic engagement, and a forward-thinking approach to urban management. The city values innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity, fostering an environment where families, students, seniors, and businesses can thrive alongside one another. This makes Provo a highly livable and economically vibrant place, which the police department supports through its community-oriented services and initiatives.

The Police Events Coordinator role is a full-time position within the Provo Police Department, requiring dedicated administrative and coordination skills to manage and facilitate police department-sponsored events efficiently. This position is essential for fostering positive relations between law enforcement and the community by organizing, scheduling, and overseeing a wide range of community events. These events range from public safety awareness campaigns to neighborhood engagement programs and larger city-sponsored festivals or activities that require police presence and security management.

The coordinator serves as the bridge between multiple stakeholders including city departments, community groups, local law enforcement agencies, and partner organizations. This role demands excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving to ensure that every event runs smoothly, safely, and meets the community's expectations. The Police Events Coordinator is responsible for the entire event lifecycle — from initial planning and scheduling through to execution, follow-up evaluations, and reporting.

Compensation for this position is competitive, ranging from $21.99 to $30.32 per hour based on experience, aligned with Provo City’s commitment to offering competitive pay alongside comprehensive benefits. These benefits include employer-paid health insurance, retirement and pension plan options including 401k with matching, paid leaves such as vacation, sick, holiday, bereavement, and parental leave, educational assistance, and unique employee perks such as free access to the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, discounted fees at local recreational facilities, and a desirable four-day workweek schedule (4/10). This benefits package reflects Provo City's goal to attract and retain talented individuals who are passionate about public service and community involvement.

The coordinator will be tasked with a variety of important duties. These include coordinating all logistics for police-supported and department-sponsored events, collaborating with community boards and city departments to develop event schedules, managing event staffing including security personnel, resolving operational issues onsite to ensure safety and efficiency, and creating promotional materials to increase community engagement. An essential part of the job is maintaining accurate records and billing for police services rendered at these events, as well as evaluating event effectiveness and recommending improvements to enhance future operations. The role also involves ensuring compliance with municipal laws, policies, and safety protocols, requiring an understanding of city regulations as well as law enforcement standards.

Overall, this full-time role offers both a rewarding career opportunity within a well-managed government agency and the chance to contribute directly to improving the quality of life in a dynamic and welcoming city. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, three years of relevant administrative experience, and a valid driver's license. They should be prepared for a selection process that includes background checks and drug screening to ensure the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. By joining the Provo Police Department as a Police Events Coordinator, candidates will become part of an energetic team dedicated to community well-being and public safety excellence.