Police Chief

THE KILLDEER POLICE DEPARTMENT HAS ONE IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR CHIEF OF POLICE AND IS SEEKING PROFESSIONAL, MOTIVATED CANDIDATES WHO ARE INTERESTED IN WORKING IN A PROGRESSIVE 7 PERSON DEPARTMENT. STARTING GROSS SALARY IS $85,529.60-$114428.02. ANNUALLY, BASED ON EXPERIENCE. THE CITY OF KILLDEER OFFERS THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: FULL SINGLE/FAMILY ND BLUE CROSSBLUE SHIELD HEALTH INSURANCE TO INCLUDE DENTAL AND VISION PLANS, VACATION LEAVE, SICK LEAVE, $100 MONTHLY EMPLOYEE SAVINGS PLAN, AND A 100% PAID ND PUBLIC EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN. UNIFORMS, DUTY EQUIPMENT, SIDEARM, VEST AND A TAKE-HOME SQUAD CAR ARE PROVIDED.

MUST RESIDE WITHIN THE CITY OF KILLDEER WITHIN 60 DAYS OF HIRE.

APPLICANT MUST BE P.O.S.T LICENSABLE IN NORTH DAKOTA. CURRENT P.O.S.T CERTIFIED OR LATERAL TRANSFER QUALIFIED APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT A RESUME ALONG WITH A COVER LETTER AND REFERENCES TO: ATTN: MATT OASE, CITY OF KILLDEER, PO BOX 270, KILLDEER, ND 58640 OR CALL 701-764-5295 POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Job Title: Police Chief

Reports to: Police Commissioner

Job Grade: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Serves as department head with overall responsibility for management, administration and law enforcement activities. Also performs the duties of patrol/police officer.

Characteristics of a Successful Police Chief

Positive role model for others

Motivated

Enthusiastic learner

Self-starter

Flexible and adapts easily to new situations

Take’s pride in their work

Keeps a focus on creating an exceptional service experience

Easily builds rapport with others

Detail oriented

Honest

Accountable for their actions

Ability to troubleshoot and think through complex systems

Essential Job Functions

• Plans, organizes, directs and reviews the operations of the police department.
• Recommends to the City Commission full complement of personnel actions such as interviewing, hiring, suspending, discharging, disciplining, coaching, and assigning department personnel.
• Schedules work shifts and oversee officer training.
• Inspects patrol officers' appearance and periodically check patrol vehicles for conformance to city standards.
• Supervises and coordinates the collection and security of evidence.
• Oversees inventory and maintenance programs for all departmental equipment and vehicles. Performs and/or coordinates appropriate level of repairs and services.
• Advises the Police Commissioner about police and department affairs and the City Administrator as appropriate to the affairs of the city.
• Prepares monthly reports for commission review about patrol activities and departmental operations.
• Works with the City Administrator in preparing the budget and making recommendations to the Commission.
• Develops and administers departmental policies, procedures and rules based on statutory and regulatory data at local, state and federal levels.
• Acts as the primary liaison to, and cooperates with, local, state and other federal law enforcement agencies.
• Acts as liaison with city and county attorneys on investigations and other legal matters.
• Directs and supervises the exchange of criminal records between departmental and other local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.
• Keeps current with all local, state and federal laws and law enforcement developments.
• Review and process all applications for concealed weapons permits
• Investigates deaths within the city and files reports with the medical examiner’s office.
• Searches for lost or missing property as applicable.
• Services court orders such as subpoenas, garnishments, property executions, commitments, show cause, property seizure, arrest order and eviction notices.
• Represents the police department before numerous public and private groups.
• Checks and verifies appropriate information prior to commercial establishment being licensed.
• Assumes control of traffic accident scenes, maintains order and traffic flow, assists and renders first aid to injured persons and investigates traffic accident
• Reviews patrol logs and assigns patrol officers to problem areas.
• Makes safety related presentations at local locations and events.
• Directs and manages animal control activities.
• Performs all essential functions of a patrol officer.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Effectively using personal and departmental equipment.
• Knowledge in departmental policies, directives, procedures
• Gathering appropriate information through interviewing victims, witnesses and suspects. Using these skills to contact other law enforcement agencies for the exchange of information.
• Operating city police vehicles in all kinds of weather conditions and situations
• Comprehending and applying city, county, state and federal criminal, traffic and civil laws and ordinances.
• Working independently and interacting with diverse groups such as: Juveniles, the mentally ill, the mentally challenged and the elderly.
• Analyzing problems/situations and taking decisive, effective actions.
• Preparing routine reports, case files and correspondence.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with coworkers.
• Effectively using supervisory and administrative practices, methods and processes.
• Mediating disputes.
• Effectively and efficiently managing the police department.
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Must reside in the City of Killdeer within 60 days of hire.

Judgment/Decision Making

• Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established policies and procedures and some innovation.

· Analyze the situation quickly and objectively to determine the proper course of action.

· Good general intelligence and emotional stability.

· Accurate judgment and effective decision-making under pressure and stressful situations.

Relation to Others

· Works to promote teamwork within the department and throughout the City of Killdeer.

· Shares information, is cooperative and, when appropriate, assists others.

· Exhibits a positive image and outlook when interacting with co-workers and/or the public.

· Accepts responsibility and works well when given responsibility.

· Maintains cooperation and relations between the department and other city, county, state, and federal departments and organizations

· Copes with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of others.

Education/Experience

• Associate Degree in Law Enforcement or the Sciences preferred
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Valid ND POST license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Valid ND driver's license with required endorsements within 30 days of hire
• Five (5) years experience as a full-time licensed police officer and two (2) years of supervisory (administrative and personnel) experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications along with law enforcement specific software and systems

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Must pass a medical exam, drug screening test, and background check before hire. The City pays for the exam and screening.

· Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, driving, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

· May be subjected to personal injury, physical violence, gases, blood, body fluids, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises, and travel.

· Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

· Smoking is prohibited while on duty or while in uniform.

The City of Killdeer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veteran Eligibility: You must be a North Dakota resident and have served in the active military forces during a period of war or received the armed forces expeditionary or other campaign service medal during an emergency condition and must have been released under other than dishonorable conditions. See North Dakota Century Code 37-19.1.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,529.60 - $114,428.02 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,530 - $114,428