What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Police Chief position at City Of Gainesville, FL?
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Department:
GG_Police: Police District 2
Salary Range Minimum:
$129,000.00
Salary Range Maximum:
$211,560.00
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Job Details:
This is managerial and administrative work in law enforcement assisting in the direction, management and coordination of community police services, activities and programs of the City's Police Department.The single position allocated to this job class reports to the Chief of Police and works under limited supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its level of advanced management, technical skills, level of responsibility, and considerable judgment exercised in interpretation of rules and regulations as related to laws and ordinances.
Job Description:
SUMMARY
This is managerial and administrative work in law enforcement assisting in the direction, management and coordination of community police services, activities and programs of the City’s Police Department.
The single position allocated to this job class reports to the Chief of Police and works under limited supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its level of advanced management, technical skills, level of responsibility, and considerable judgment exercised in interpretation of rules and regulations as related to laws and ordinances.
EXAMPLES OF WORK*
- This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower level duties may be required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develops and implements assigned law enforcement programs.
Exercises initiative and independent judgment in the investigation and resolution of problems.
Prepares and monitors objectives, plans, policies and procedures for adequately meeting service/operational requirements in compliance with state and federal laws and city ordinances.
Provides an on-going evaluation of the cost benefit of programs and operations and alternative ways of meeting existing and future service/operational needs.
Assists in formulating policy and resolving complex issues regarding internal operations.
Regularly updates Chief of Police on issues related to performance in each division and proposes changes to department operations.
Represents the Department by serving on special boards and task force committees and attends or conducts briefings, special lectures or presentations.
Within limits of delegated authority, is responsible for the placement, development, safety, appraisal and discipline of personnel. Makes recommendations for the selection, promotion and training of personnel.
Prepares annual budget, controls expenditure levels and ensures all resources are economically utilized.
Reviews employee problems and insures that necessary steps are taken to maintain high morale and employee effectiveness and efficiency; receives and resolves complaints and reports to the Chief on such matters.
Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Acts in the absence of the Police Chief.
May be required to work with, or will have access to, information or documents pertaining to criminal investigations.
Will be required to respond under emergency conditions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, law enforcement, police science, or other related field; and a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible law enforcement management and command experience that includes at least three (3) years of experience at the rank of Police Captain or higher.
Preference for work experience with law enforcement agencies with more than one hundred (100) sworn officers.
CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES
Licenses
Valid United States driver license required upon appointment. Valid Florida Driver license required within thirty (30) days of start date and at all times while employed in this classification.
Maintain all federal, state and local requirements to carry a firearm.
Certifications
Must be certified as a law enforcement officer in the United States at the time of appointment. .
Requires Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Standards Training Commission’s Basic Law Enforcement Certification within six (6) months from date of hire and at all times while employed in this classification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of modern police methods, practices and techniques.
Considerable knowledge of the principles of personnel techniques as related to the training, placement and evaluation of police personnel.
Considerable knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and city laws and ordinances, and court decisions with reference to apprehension, arrest and prosecution of person(s), and rules of search, seizure and evidence, and of agency and departmental rules and regulations.
Considerable knowledge of social psychological implications of law enforcement work on personnel and the community.
Considerable knowledge and practices of the methods and practices of police administration.
Considerable knowledge of the functions and objectives of state, county and federal law enforcement agencies.
Considerable knowledge of police department rules and regulations and their interpretations.
Skilled as an effective leader among the law enforcement community.
Ability to interact with a diverse community to identify and resolve complaints and issues.
Ability to analyze complex police problems and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with regard to surroundings, hazards and circumstances.
Ability to plan, assign, supervise, train and review work of a large number of personnel directly, through subordinate supervisors, and through analysis reports.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to deal with the public firmly and courteously; and to establish effective working relationships with the public, news media, city officials and others contacted in the course of work.
Skilled in the care and use of firearms, motor vehicles, and other related equipment.
Ability to maintain security and confidentiality.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work requires physical strength and agility as a police officer.
Work requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Mostly sedentary work that requires the employee to sit for prolonged periods of time and involves walking or standing some of the time.
May be required to attend a variety of meetings after hours, in support of Police business.
Note:
May Require Assessment(s).
May fill multiple positions.
May establish an eligibility list.
Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.
All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.
Equal Opportunity
The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.
Veterans' Preference
Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.
If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.
Salary : $129,000 - $211,560
