Description
The Chief of Police is the highest ranking officer in the Police Department, and under administrative direction from the Mayor, is responsible for the direct oversight and control of the day-to-day operations of the Hartford Police Department and its staff, which includes both sworn and civilian personnel. The Chief of Police performs a variety of complex administrative, supervisory, and professional duties in the planning, directing, managing, and coordinating of the department’s comprehensive police services and law enforcement, including, but not limited to, patrol, traffic enforcement, investigation, crime suppression programs, and activities with other departments and outside agencies. The Chief of Police fosters cooperative working relationships with citizen groups and other agencies on police matters.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Manages the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area. Establishes, within City policy, appropriate service and staff levels; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocates resources accordingly. Plans, directs and coordinates, through subordinate level staff, the Police Department’s work plan; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures; meets with key staff to identify and resolve problems. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the department budget; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary. Represents the Police Department at various meetings and maintains positive working relationships with other departments, public officials, community leaders, media and outside agencies; responds to inquiries regarding citizen concerns or inquiries regarding police services; and serves as a member or chairperson of various task forces and committees on public safety related issues, as may be required. Reviews and gives final disposition on personnel actions, including, but not limited to, hiring, transfers, promotions, demotions and disciplinary actions of the Police Department. Responds to fatal incidences and other unusual occurrences. In coordination with the Office of the Corporation Council and City Human Resources Department, participates in a variety of labor relation functions, including, but not limited to, maintaining department discipline, handling grievances, and participating in collective bargaining negotiations. Attends conferences and meetings to keep abreast of current trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement.
The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties.
HARTFORD RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:In accordance with Article XVIII, Section 2-850 of the Municipal Code, you must establish Hartford residency within six (6) months of appointment, and you will be required to maintain Hartford residency for the duration of your appointment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The City of Hartford is seeking candidates for this role with:
Extensive Knowledge Of
- Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive municipal law enforcement program
Thorough Knowledge Of
- Modern principles, practices, strategies, and techniques of law enforcement administration, organization, and operations
- Methods and techniques of investigation, identification, and collection of evidence
- Law enforcement theory, principles, and practices, and their application to a wide variety of services and programs
- Principles and practices of crime prevention, suppression, and law enforcement
- Principles and practices or work organization, administration, and personnel management
- Management skills to analyze programs, policies, and operational needs.
- Use of firearms and other modern police equipment
- State and municipal laws, regulations and policies regarding law enforcement operations and administration
Knowledge Of
- Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration
- Methods and techniques of public relations
- EEOC and affirmative action programs, policies and guidelines
- Labor relations
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Cultural competency practices and techniques
- Conflict resolution techniques
- De-escalation practices and techniques
Ability To
- Direct the operations of a large urban city police department under routine and emergency circumstances
- Develop and administer departmental goals, objective, and procedures
- Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments
- Listen, understand and respect values, attitudes, and beliefs of a diverse community and to respond appropriately to these differences in planning, implementing, and evaluating department programs and interventions
- Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City and public officials, staff, representatives of other agencies and police departments, residents, members of the general public, vendors, and news media
- Make sound and independent decisions, often under pressure or crisis conditions, that may involve life, property or the operations of the entire department
- Plan, organize, direct, train, and coordinate the work of department staff and delegate authority and responsibility
- Express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
- Prepare clear and concise reports and records
- Interpret, apply, and explain applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations
- Promote transparency and flexibility
- Proactively engage and build trust with the community
- Apply modern technologies and policing strategies to address current trends
- Improve recruitment efforts to strengthen department culture
Qualifications
The City of Hartford is seeking candidates for the Chief of Police position who meet the following minimum qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice, social work, public administration or a closely related field
AND Ten (10) years of progressively responsible managerial and supervisory experience in law enforcement administration in an urban city or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the skills and abilities necessary to perform the job.
A master’s degree is preferred.
Licenses; Certifications; Special Requirements
Certified as a police officer by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council or the Connecticut State Police.
Possession of a valid Connecticut Driver’s License.
A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.
APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT PROPER DOCUMENTATION SHALL RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION.
APPLICATIONS VIA FACSIMILE OR EMAIL ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Incumbents will be required to have sufficient physical ability to perform heavy or moderate lifting; walking, sitting, or standing for prolonged periods of time; discharging firearms; reacting quickly to emergency situations; and operating a motor vehicle. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work is performed primarily in an office environment, subject to continuous interruptions with some travel to different sites. Incumbents must be able to work under stress from demanding deadlines and changing priorities and conditions. Incumbents will be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Other Information
If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check.
ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR THROUGH EMAIL, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUESTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION.
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Closing Date/Time: 11/7/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
