Description

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, plans, organizes, and manages the staff and activities of the Police Department Patrol, Investigations or Support Services Division; assures effective communication of Department goals and strategies.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

Supervises and participates in critical incidents, tactical situations, and criminal investigations; responds to major crime scenes and takes command when appropriate; assigns and manages personnel and resources.
Performs administrative functions such as review of incoming correspondence and response to department entities, outside agencies, and citizens.
Develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations; ensures appropriate and timely training of the subordinates; the inspection of personnel, equipment and facilities to ensure compliance with the Department’s policies and procedures.
Maintains discipline and assures compliance with Department policies and general orders.
Evaluates Division and Department operations and activities, as well as monitors and reviews trends in law enforcement and recommends changes and improvements to existing programs, priorities, policies, and procedures.
Assists command staff in the development and facilitation of strategies designed to meet City goals and objectives.
Performs a variety of specialized functions in areas of expertise, including patrol and shift scheduling, internal affairs, volunteer services, community affairs, support services, grant acquisitions, and related functions. Acts in Deputy Chief capacity as assigned.
Maintains the integrity, professionalism, philosophies, attitudes, values, and intentions of the Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed.
Collects and analyzes data; directs and reviews preparation of special reports and record keeping requirements; reviews, corrects and closes Police reports within scope of authority.
Attends community meetings to promote Department’s goals and missions and community safety programs; teaches internal and external classes.
Assists other Police personnel, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state, and local law enforcement organizations.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Police Sergeants, Officers, Community Services Officers, Civilian Personnel, and Technicians.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminology, Public Administration, or related field and five (5) years of experience as a Police Officer, including two (2) years of supervisory experience as a Police Sergeant, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements: Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification; must possess State of Arizona Driver's license and a clear criminal record.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Possess 60 college credit hours, or an Associate’s Degree
Five (5) years of experience as a Police Officer
Must have held the rank of Sergeant with the Casa Grande Police Department for a minimum of 2 years at the time of testing, and be currently employed in a sworn capacity

*The minimum of 60 college credit hours may be waived at the sole discretion of the Chief of Police based on training and experience. To be considered for this waiver, a detailed memo must be submitted to the Chief of Police listing prior experience, assignments, training, or any other information the Sgt believes should be considered in the waiver decision.*

Preferred Qualifications

Possess a Bachelor’s Degree
Five (5) years of experience as a Police Officer
Held the rank of Sergeant with the Casa Grande Police Department for a minimum of 3 years at the time of testing, and be currently employed in a sworn capacity

Supplemental Information

Necessary Knowledge And Skills

Knowledge of Police Department General Orders, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of modern law enforcement management principles, practices, and methods.
Knowledge of City, county, state and Federal laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Knowledge of the Arizona criminal justice and court systems, procedures, and protocols.
Knowledge of law enforcement methods, practices, and procedures; including case laws governing arrest, rules of evidence, probable cause, and search and seizure.
Knowledge of strategy and tactics for management and deployment of personnel and equipment in complex tactical and emergency situations.
Knowledge of changing societal norms and departmental culture.
Knowledge of investigative and interrogative procedures; and techniques and protocols for observation and memorization of critical details.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of criminal justice records management.
Skill in effectively supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.
Skill in effectively outlining expectations, mentoring subordinates, and addressing behavioral deficiencies.
Skill in analyzing complex law enforcement and security issues and develop solutions.
Skill in interpreting laws and regulations, make independent decisions, maintain composure, and work effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.
Skill in employing effective management principles, addressing performance deficiencies, and reinforcing desired behaviors.
Skill in designing programs and practices to effectively facilitate the vision and mission of the City and the Department.
Skill in working as a team member with other law enforcement, criminal justice, and multi-jurisdictional agencies.
Skill in seeking out grant funding, authoring grant applications, and completing City Requests for Council Approval.
Skill in operating a personal computer and software applications.
Skill in following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.

Physical Demands / Work Environment: Work is performed outdoors and in various law enforcement facilities; must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.

This is a general summary of benefits afforded City of Casa Grande employees. The information contained herein is not exhaustive, is not a contract, and is subject to change at any time without notice. Specific current benefit information is available from the Human Resources department. Questions about this information should also be addressed to the Human Resources department. This information generally applies to regular full and part time employees.

HEALTH, DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE: The first of the month following 30 days of employment, employees are eligible for insurance coverage. The cost of employee health, vision and dental insurance is paid by the City. Employees may cover eligible dependents with the City paying one-half of the expense and the employee paying one-half.

LIFE INSURANCE: The city covers the cost of employee life insurance coverage. Employees earning more than $20,000 per year have a life insurance benefit of 50% of their annual salary .The basic employee life insurance benefit for employees earning less than $20,000 per year is $10,000.

SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE: The City allows several types of supplemental insurance offered by companies to employees through payroll deduction. The City does not endorse these products, which include supplemental life, accident, short-term disability, cancer, intensive care, legal services and identity theft.

WORKER'S COMPENSATION INSURANCE: All City employees are covered for on-the-job injuries through worker's compensation insurance. Premiums for this coverage is paid by the City and are based on payroll.

COMMUTING INSURANCE: Employees are automatically covered when traveling to and from work in the event of catastrophic injuries resulting from an accident.

RETIREMENT PLANS: City employees are assisted in planning for retirement in several ways. All employees, except firefighters, contribute a mandated percentage of their gross wages to the Social Security System and a Medicare tax, which is also matched by the City. In addition, all regular City employees are enrolled in a retirement plan, Public Safety Retirement for police officers and firefighters, and the Arizona State Retirement System for all others. The employee and City contribution rates are as follows:

Plan Employee Contribution City Contribution

State Retirement 12.22% 12.22%

Public Safety (Police) Depends on membership date into Retirement System

Public Safety (Fire) Depends on membership date into Retirement System

457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: The City also offers a voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plan through ICMA Retirement Corporation. The City does not match employee contributions.

SHEAKLEY FLEXIBLE BENEFITS: Qualified expenses, such as dependent insurance premiums, dependent care and health care expenses can be deducted directly from your paycheck and claimed for reimbursement when used. These deductions are taken before taxes, reducing your taxable income.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides free, confidential counseling to employees and their immediate family members.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY PROGRAM: Employees enrolled in the Arizona State Retirement System pay premiums to be covered by the System's Long-Term Disability Program (LTD). Benefits are provided to qualified members who are unable to work due to a disability after six months.

HOLIDAYS: The City of Casa Grande observes ten holidays each year, including one floating holiday.

PAID TIME OFF: All regular, full-time and eligible part-time employees will accrue/earn Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning on the employee's first day of employment with the City. Employees are eligible to utilize accrued/earned PTO immediately. There is an annual graduated accrual schedule, capping at 12 years. Regular part-time employees who work less than full-time but more than 1040 hours per year shall accrue PTO at a rate of 3.077 hours per pay period worked.

FAMILY DEATH LEAVE: The City has a policy, which allows time away from work in the event of the death of a family member as defined by our Personnel Policy.

MILITARY LEAVE: The City grants military leave in accordance with the provisions of State law.

JURY LEAVE: Employees required to serve as a juror shall be entitled to leave according to the provisions of the Personnel Policy.

FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT (FMLA): Eligible employees are granted up to 12 workweeks of unpaid leave during a 12-month period according to the law.

PAYROLL DIRECT DEPOSIT: Employees may have their paychecks deposited directly into checking or savings accounts at their bank through the direct payroll deposit plan offered by the City.

CREDIT UNIONS: City employees may participate in credit union membership through payroll deduction. Local credit unions have payroll deduction slots and employees may make savings or checking account deposits or have loan payments deducted through payroll deduction authorization.

SCHOOL INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM: Each month, employees may request and take two hours off with pay to volunteer their time in classrooms or at other qualified school programs. Employees do not need to have children in school to participate in this volunteer program. A School Involvement Program form must be filled out by the employee and signed by a teacher or administrator from the school in which the volunteer activity took place.

UNIFORMS/EQUIPMENT: Equipment and uniforms provided to employees varies by department.

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