Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Plan, direct, manage and oversee the activities and operations of the Police Department including patrol, law enforcement, communications, general and special investigations, crime lab, records, professional standards, crime prevention, K-9 and crime suppression programs; coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager.
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Exempt, Safety Sensitive.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general administrative direction from the City Manager.
Exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical and clerical staff.
PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Assume full management responsibility for all Police Department services and activities including patrol, law enforcement, a regional public safety communications center, general and special investigations, crime lab, records, professional standards, crime prevention, K-9 and crime suppression programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
2. Manage the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies and priorities for each assigned service area.
3. Establish, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly.
4. Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
5. Plan, direct and coordinate, through subordinate level staff, the Police Department's work plan; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with key staff to identify and resolve problems.
6. Assess and monitor work load, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; direct and implement changes.
7. Select, train, motivate and evaluate assigned law enforcement personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
8. Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the department budget; approve the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
9. Explain, justify and defend department programs, policies and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
10. Represent the Police Department to other departments, elected officials, media and outside agencies; coordinate assigned activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.
11. Provide staff assistance to the City Manager; participate on a variety of boards, commissions and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
12. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement.
13. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints; develop and implement policies regarding interactions with the media.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive municipal law enforcement program.
Principles and practices of program development and administration.
Law enforcement theory, principles and practices and their application to a wide variety of services and programs.
Modern principles, practices and techniques of police administration, organization and operation.
Methods and techniques of investigation and identification, patrol and traffic control.
Principles and practices of crime prevention, suppression and law enforcement.
Methods and techniques of public relations.
Use of firearms and other modern police equipment.
Recent court decisions and how they affect department operations.
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to:
Manage and direct a comprehensive law enforcement program.
Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives and procedures.
Analyze and assess programs, policies and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.
Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns and needs.
Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of lower level staff
Delegate authority and responsibility.
Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
Prepare and administer large and complex budgets.
Discharge firearms in a safe and effective manner.
Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Speak, read, comprehend, and write the English language fluently.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Minimum Requirements:
Experience
Seven years of increasingly responsible law enforcement experience including three years of management and administrative responsibility.
Training
Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, police science, public administration or a related field. A Masters degree is highly desirable.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
License or Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months of employment, a valid Colorado P.O.S.T. certificate.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Office environment; exposure to computer screens.; some travel to other locations including major crime scenes, disasters or critical incidents.
Physical Conditions:
The job is characterized by:
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:
Primary functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for effectively performing assigned law enforcement functions and may include sitting for prolonged periods of time; communicating with others; operating a computer; discharging a firearm; and travelling to other locations.