CITY OF
DEFINITION
This
is an exempt position, which is responsible top-level administrative work in
the command of a Bureau. This position
entails the planning, direction and administration of police divisions,
including the direct management and supervision of subordinate personnel.
An
employee in this classification functions as a Bureau Chief and reports
directly to the Chief of Police.
Considerable independent judgment must be exercised in interpreting
policies, procedures and setting direction through effective planning and
setting of goals and objectives.
An
employee in this classification prepares a final police budget for final
approval by the Chief of Police, reviews and approves purchase requests,
purchase orders, training requests and other documents and reports such as
worker's compensation reports.
Direct
responsibilities include long-range research and planning, as well as
operational analysis over not just the assigned Bureau, but the entire
Department.
A Deputy
Chief is a member of the Senior Executive Staff of the Department and from time
to time functions in the capacity of Police Chief in the Chief's absence.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Duties
include the management of a Bureau as well as the direction and supervision of
subordinate command level staff in all areas of police operations and support.
Guides,
advises and directs the operation of a Bureau as well as individual senior
staff members.
Ensures
that operational and support Bureaus, Divisions, Units and Sections function
effectively and adhere to established rules, policies and procedures.
Reviews
performance evaluations, as well as evaluating the performance of senior staff.
Reviews
and approves schedules, overtime expenses, payroll reports and a wide variety
of reports, memorandums and forms.
Responds
to major incidents as determined by the Deputy Chief.
Identifies
problems and takes appropriate action through either delegation or personal
directive in order to arrive at an effective disposition.
Prepares
reports, letters and memorandums while keeping appropriate records.
Prepares
a final police budget.
Monitors
budget reports, expense sheets and project charts to ensure the most efficient
operation possible.
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Monitors
crime reports and trends.
Develops
and implements programs, projects or directives to address crime or activity
trends.
Develops
and implements programs related to Community Oriented Policing while delegating
the responsibility of such programs to senior staff members.
Delegates
the everyday management of the Department to senior staff members.
Ensures
that the proper allocation of personnel is maintained in all areas of the
Department in an appropriate, effective and efficient manner.
Conducts
research and develops initiatives to address changes in policy, procedures or
practices.
Prepares
multi-year plans for Bureau of assignment.
Administratively
assists the Chief of Police in a variety of ways including special projects and
assignments.
Attends
staff meetings.
Attends
community meetings and makes presentations as appropriate.
Develops
goals and objectives for assigned Bureau and ensures that senior staff members
develop and implement appropriate goals and objectives.
Attends
city council meetings when directed.
Serves
on committees as directed by the Chief of Police.
Attends
functions as directed by the Chief of Police.
Senior
Executive Staff members are subjected to an established rotating weekly call-out
schedule where they serve as the primary call-out Senior Executive Staff
member.
Performs
other duties as required and as directed.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND
SKILLS
A
thorough knowledge of contemporary principles, practices and methods of police
administration, organization and operations.
A
thorough knowledge and understanding of the procedures, orders, policies and
practices of the Plantation Police Department.
Thorough
knowledge of federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
The
ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports and memorandums.
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Ability
to communicate effectively to include active listening skills.
Ability
to display leadership and set an example to others.
Ability
to conduct long-range planning and prepare appropriate written documentation.
Ability
to plan, assign, direct and develop employees in a manner conducive to
effective performance while creating an atmosphere of motivation and
accountability.
Ability
to analyze complex police and legal issues and problems and to adapt quickly
and effectively with an appropriate course of action.
Ability
to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with peers,
subordinates and the Chief of Police.
Ability
to work closely and effectively with other City, County, State and Federal
agencies. a
Ability
to prepare complex budgets, performance based initiatives and related reports.
Ability
to remain organized while setting appropriate priorities.
Ability
to handle a variety of issues and functions in a dynamic environment.
Ability
and willingness to perform the assigned position in a professional manner.
Ability
to conduct effective follow-up on issues and delegated responsibilities.
Ability
to complete complex and diverse assignments in a specified time frame.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND
TRAINING
Requires
a Bachelors Degree in Police Sciences, Criminal Justice, Public
Administration, Management or related fields.
A minimum of two (2) years of executive command experience at the level
of Captain or higher is required.
Advanced management education and training in the following are
desired: FBI/NA,
This is a designated Response classification
in the Citys Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying
this position to work for declared emergencies.
Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the
appropriate level is mandatory.
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