Description

Plans, organizes, assigns, manages, and coordinates the overall executive management of the Police Department, using a community-based policing philosophy and approach. Enforces laws and ordinances, protects life and property, preserves order and prevents crime. Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, directs, and reviews the activities and operations of the Police Department including field operations, investigations, technical services, and related functions; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; ensures a high level of customer service delivered by a professional and respected law enforcement staff; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager.

Example of Duties

Develop, plan and implement Police Department goals, objectives, policies, and procedures in support of the department’s mission, vision, and values; recommend and administer policies and procedures for providing effective law enforcement services including patrol, traffic enforcement, investigations, communications/dispatch, records management, and related programs.
Evaluates division activities, policies, procedures, and departmental rules, orders, and regulations and makes recommendations as needed; assists in designing, coordinating, and implementing community education, organization, and mobilization efforts.
Assists in designing and implementing contemporary technical and administrative methods of crime prevention, juvenile delinquency control, law enforcement, and related functions, including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, and safety.
Coordinates Police Department activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provide staff assistance to the City Council and relevant boards and commissions; and prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
Directs, oversees and participates in the development of the Police Department's work plan; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures.
Supervises and participates in the development and administration of the Police Department budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements mid-year adjustments.
Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; conducts performance evaluations; implements discipline procedures; maintains discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Police Department.
Works collaboratively with supervisors and employees where performance and disciplinary issues may exist to correct the situation in a positive and proactive manner.
Meets with various officials, citizens, members of the public, and representatives of the news media; gives speeches and presentations to local service clubs and organizations to further the public relations of the Police Department; responds to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints; explains, justifies, and defends department programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
Participates on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; attends local, regional, and state conferences on law enforcement; obtains information and cooperation on law enforcement issues; establishes and maintains cooperative working relationship with county, area, and state law enforcement officials and with other public officials.
Confers with attorneys concerning the prosecution of criminal complaints and civil litigation.
Reviews and recommends modification of codes, regulations and ordinances; actively participates in Emergency Services Planning; researches modern police management methods; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement; maintains departmental awareness of state-of-the-art developments in management and fields of specialty.
May testify in court and/or before legislative bodies.
Represents the Department to outside groups and organizations; participates in outside community and professional groups and committees; provides technical assistance as necessary.
Researches and prepares technical and administrative reports and studies; prepares written correspondence as necessary.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
Performs the full range of duties assigned to sworn staff as required.
Regular and timely attendance.
Performs other duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

Sufficient experience and education to demonstrate the knowledge and skills listed and to perform the essential duties is required. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is:

Education

Equivalent to a four (4) year degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, law enforcement, police science, public or business administration or a related field.

Experience

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible law enforcement experience in all major phases of municipal police work including three (3) years of administrative or management responsibility at the rank of Lieutenant or above.

Licenses And Certificates

Valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
POST Advanced Certificate.
POST Management or Executive Development Certificate (or ability to obtain within one (1) year of appointment).
CPR and First Aid Certificate.

Other Requirements

Must be a United States citizens (including naturalization).
Must be willing to work various shifts and holidays.
Must not have been convicted of any misdemeanor or felony in this state or any other state or federal jurisdiction which carries a penalty of prohibiting ownership, possession, or control of a firearm (12021 (c) PC).
Possess strength and physical ability necessary to perform the duties of a police officer.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge Of

Principles and practices of public administration, management, and organizational theories.
Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.
Pertinent local, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive municipal law enforcement program.
Law enforcement theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of services and programs.
Principles and practices of human resources management, supervision, and training.
Public relations practices and techniques.
Research methods; report writing techniques; statistical concepts and methods; principles and techniques of project management.
Technical and administrative phases of crime prevention and law enforcement including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, crime prevention, records management, and care and custody of persons and property.
Recent court decisions and how they affect department operations.
Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff, in person and over the telephone.

Ability To

Plan, direct and control the administration and operations of the Police Department.
Carry out all aspects of a sworn Police Officer’s job;
Interpret, analyze, and evaluate budget, staff, and technical reports.
Develop and implement department policies and procedures.
Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
Successfully develop, control and administer departmental budget and expenditures.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Interpret and apply City policies, procedures, rules and regulations and Police Department General Orders.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned personnel.
Provide high quality customer service.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work including City and other government officials, community groups, the general public, and media representatives.

Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance coverage; long-term disability insurance, and an employee assistance program (EAP).

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Are you at least 21 years of age?

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Are you bilingual (English/Spanish)?

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Do you have a current POST advanced certificate?

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Do you have a current POST Management or Executive Development Certificate?

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If you do not have a current POST Management or Executive Development Certificate, are you able to obtain such within 1 year of employment?

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Do you have a current CPR and First Aid Certificate?

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Have you ever been convicted of any misdemeanor or felony that would prohibit ownership, possession, or control of a firearm?

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Do you have a valid CA drivers' license and a satisfactory driving record?

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Are you able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening?

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