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Advocacy Center Director

Salary

$146,137.00 - $219,205.00 Annually

Location

50 E. Civic Center Dr., AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

26-0076

Department

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Opening Date

09/25/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

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We Are Seeking

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Team Gilbert is seeking an Advocacy Center Director to take the lead in building a brand new department and build its structure, policies, and partnerships from the ground up—driving effective operations, accreditation readiness, and impactful support for victims of interpersonal violence. This best-in-class facility will be home to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing trauma-informed services that empower and support victims on their journey to healing. As the Director, you'll oversee innovative programs, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and drive impactful initiatives that reflect Gilbert's values of being Driven, Kind, Bold, and Humble.

As we lay the foundation for our new Advocacy Center, the role of the Advocacy Center Director will stand as the cornerstone of our mission. This visionary leader will shape the culture, strategy, and impact of the entire department—ensuring survivors receive compassionate, trauma-informed support while building strong partnerships across law enforcement, healthcare, and community organizations.

The Director will not only guide day-to-day operations but also champion innovation, equity, and resilience in every aspect of service delivery. We’re seeking a dynamic individual with both heart and expertise—someone ready to lead with empathy, inspire a dedicated team, and elevate the standard of care for victims in our community . If you're driven by purpose and ready to build something transformative from the ground up, this is your moment.

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on a biweekly basis starting two weeks after the posting date.

Are you traveling from out of state? We provide travel reimbursements for your expenses, including flights, hotel, and rental car, up to $1,500 for in-person interviews.

About You

You are a forward-thinking problem solver who is mission-driven and passionate about serving your local community, supporting those around you, and developing the workforce of tomorrow. You are a strong servant leader capable of unifying and motivating a skilled workforce, working collaboratively across the organization by being a strategic partner, and putting Gilbert in a position for long-term success. You must not only embody our core values of being driven, kind, bold, and humble but also meet the following qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field, with a master’s degree preferred.

+ Seven (7) years of progressively responsible managerial/strategic leadership experience in social services, child and/or family advocacy, or similarly related field; including 3 years management-level experience guiding teams, and with programmatic oversight responsibilities

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

+ A limited background investigation is required for this position.

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on a biweekly basis starting two weeks after the posting date.

Why Team Gilbert?

Gilbert, AZ is one of the fastest-growing communities in the United States. With a population of nearly 293,000 people, Gilbert has been named the Most Prosperous City in the Country, Best Place to Live, Work and Play, and Arizona’s Most Admired Companies to Work For. Our mission is to be the City of the Future, and we are committed to innovation and excellence in all that we do.

Gilbert’s Mission (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/manager-s-office/city-of-the-future) : Our mission is to Anticipate. Create. Help People. We‘re working to become the City of the Future and keep the thriving communication that Gilbert is today well into the future. We are proud of our culture, which reflects our shared values, beliefs and practices. It's our behavioral compass, and who we aspire to be.

Our Values (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/manager-s-office/mission-vision-and-values) : Our values are integral to who we are and how we work. Read more about how we define each value by clicking the link.

Awards & Recognition (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades) : We are proud of our community and achievements! We continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work, and play. Click the link to see the full list.

We Are Here to Help!

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for

employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/human-resources/benefits) .

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In the following questions, you will be asked to provide information about your work history, including dates of employment, names of employers, and specific details about the work you performed. Please note that your answers in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. If you submit a resume instead of completing the employment history section, or if you fail to provide all requested information, you may be disqualified from further consideration. Therefore, please be thorough in your responses. Indicate your acceptance of these terms by checking the appropriate box below.

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree?

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If you answered yes to the question above, please list your degree area and institution.

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Do you have a Master's degree?

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If you answered yes to the question above, please list your degree area and institution.

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Do you have 7+ years of progressively responsible managerial/strategic leadership experience in social services, child and/or family advocacy, or a similarly related field?

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If you answered 'Yes' above, please provide a detailed overview of your relevant experience, including specific roles, responsibilities, and outcomes. If you answered 'No', please write N/a.

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Do you have 3 years of management-level experience guiding teams with programmatic oversight responsibilities?

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Please briefly describe your experience leading teams with program oversight responsibilities.

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Why do you feel you would be the ideal candidate for the Advocacy Center Director role at the Town of Gilbert?

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The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):

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Employer

Town of Gilbert

Address

50 E. Civic Center Drive Gilbert, Arizona, 85296

Phone

(480) 503-6823

Website

https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs

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