Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Assists the Police Chief in the professional management of the Police Department in a manner that provides the citizens with the highest level of law enforcement excellence. Assists in the directing of operations and activities within the Police Department as directed by the Police Chief. Duties include evaluations personnel matters communications community affairs public education and awareness training development and administration of city policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The following duties provide a general list of tasks. The position may or may not perform all the tasks listed and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and evolving business practices:

• Performs the duties and responsibilities of the Police Chief in his/her absence.
• Establish and enforce all operational and administrative policies for the department.
• Assists in the development of the annual budget.
• Establish goals and objectives and formulate comprehensive plans to ensure the proper development and successful implementation of law enforcement crime prevention and related support programs
• Provide reports to the Chief of Police and City Manager as needed.
• Assist in development and implementation of all personnel-related actions affecting staff.
• Actively promotes diversity in the workforce.
• Stays abreast of current trends in the field; represents the Police department in a variety of local county state and other meetings.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in police science criminology law enforcement public administration or a closely related field required. Ten (10) years in law enforcement management experience with three (3) years at the level of Lieutenant or higher required in a responsible supervisory capacity in a comparable department with a record of successfully setting and accomplishing goals and objectives.; or equivalent in education training and experience which would provide the necessary knowledge skills and abilities. LICENSES CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:Must possess and maintain a valid Florida drivers license. Applicants who possess a valid out of state drivers license must obtain the Florida license within ten (10) days of employment. Basic Police Academy Training certification. State-Specific (Florida) law enforcement certification. Firearms Proficiency certification. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement principles procedures techniques and equipment required. Knowledge of personnel management budgeting policy development and strategic planning. Thorough knowledge of applicable laws ordinances departmental rules and regulations required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software. Must have high level of interpersonal skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including public speaking and document writing. Ability to assess crime trends resource needs and departmental performance metrics. Position requires demonstrated good judgment tact and diplomacy. Must be able to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization other government agencies and the public. Ability to plan organize and administer police to work with and get along with fellow employees elected and appointed officials and the general public.

Special Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Acceptable vision (with or without correction)Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)All applicants for sworn positions are required to complete the PAT which is approximately one half mile in length and consists of 16 obstacles/stations. To be deemed successful applicants for regular/full-time sworn positions must complete the PAT within (8) minutes thirty (30) be able to move quickly and maintain physical activity during emergencies. May be required to stand or walk for long periods especially during critical incidents or scene supervision. Occasionally required to exert moderate physical effort (e.g. lifting pushing bending or restraining individuals) Ability to wear and carry law enforcement equipment including duty belt firearm radio and body armor. Must have good hand-eye coordination for driving using equipment and handling weapons or tools safely. Adequate hearing to detect sounds such as gunshots alarms and radio communications. Visual acuity to read reports observe situations clearly (day or night) and assess threats. Must be able to safely operate a police vehicle under various conditions sometimes at high speeds or in pursuit scenarios. Required to work under stress manage trauma exposure and maintain composure during violent or emotionally charged situations.

Miscellaneous Information

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:Primarily works inside in a climate-controlled environment with standard office equipment. May involve exposure to hazardous materials extreme weather or dangerous individuals. Must be available for on-call duty emergencies and extended hours as needed. May occasionally work outdoors being exposed to various weather conditions.

Required Experience:

Chief

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