Chief of Police

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Chief of Police

Location:

Junction City, OR

Description:

Chief of Police We are looking for talented individuals across professions who are committed to serving our community and building a better future. With a population of over 7,000 in the community and growing, the City of Junction thrives with great people devoted to serving the community. Applications must be submitted by May 12, 2023. Please see below for the interview process. Job Description: The City of Junction City is currently hiring for the Chief of Police to join the team! This position is a Full-Time, non-represented position. Starting salary is $7,984 to $10,467 monthly, based on a fiscal year's salary compensation schedule. Additional Benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision - 100% paid by the City Employer paid contributions to Retirement plan (PERS/OPSRP) Clothing Allowance Vacation Pay Sick Pay 9 paid Holidays 1 additional Personal Holiday Life and Long-Term Disability - 100% paid by the City Deferred Compensation Plans available Flexible Spending Plan available Employer Paid Certifications/Training available Employee Assistance Program And more! Interview Process: Applications will be accepted through May 12, 2023 Applications will be reviewed by May 22, 2023 1st Step - Internal City Panel interviews 2nd Step - Law Enforcement Panel 3rd Step - City Council Panel 4th Step - Potential Community Event 5th Step - A Final Decision will be made General Position Summary: (Full job description attached to job posting) The Police Chief will lead, plan, organize, and direct the overall activities of the Junction City Police Department consistent with community policing needs; serves as the City's Chief Law Enforcement Officer; participates on cross department projects, in City Council meetings, and committees as assigned; provides overall management of the Police Department, including ensuring priorities established by the City Administrator and/or Council are achieved; serves as the advisor to the city administrator, city council, and city staff on issues surrounding criminal justice matters and crime prevention activities. Responsibilities: Plans, develops, and implements law enforcement policies, procedures, and standards consistent with community needs, council goals, city administrator direction, and department priorities. Direct the activities of department employees, including but not limited to final authority for assigning and reviewing work, training, schedules, safety practices, and evaluating employee performance. Reviews and analyzes Police Department programs, activities, and resources to direct the preparation of the annual budget; approve and monitor expenditures; analyzes trends to determine adequacy of department functions, staffing, processes, programs, and focus. Prepare, justify, and present annual department budget; maintain budget control and be accountable for all expenditures. Establish departmental goals and objectives and reviews progress; develops and administers departmental rules, policies and procedures. Maintain cooperative relations with other criminal justice and public safety agencies in Lane County and other areas of the state to assure effective and efficient police services to the community. Maintain positive community relations through professional and courteous interaction with community members and by presenting public information and education presentations to schools, services groups, and other entities, etc. Prepare requests for proposals or bid specifications for equipment, services, and supplies, and evaluates and arranges purchases. Prepare and review reports, and maintain records necessary to law enforcement and in compliance with State and City retention, privacy, and confidentiality requirements. Research and prepare grant applications; monitor awarded grants. Actively participate in meetings and activities of City Department Heads and Team Leaders. Attend City Council meetings. Prepare resolutions, ordinances, and reports for review and action. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, other city departments, outside public safety agencies, media, and the public. Plan, facilitate, and attend meetings of the Public Safety Committee (sub group of City Council), as well as process committee minutes of meetings. Effectively communicate with the City Administrator to make recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, and terminations. Oversee and manage Police department volunteers and community service workers; develop and administer department volunteer programs as needed. Oversee and manage probation program including, but not limited to, developing procedures and processes, offering guidance, creating and maintaining files, and assisting with analysis and communication. Job Skills Required: Controlling and directing dangerous and sensitive situations and perform effectively in emergency situations. Performing departmentally authorized use of force techniques to affect the physical arrest of criminal suspects. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, contractors, other agencies, public officials and the general public. Applying excellent internal and external customer service skills. Communicating effectively both orally and in writing with diverse customers, employees, contractors, other agencies, public officials and the general public. Making presentations and developing reports that may include technical information. Strong oral and written communication skills. Effective budgeting and inventory control, including the monitoring of expenditures. Expert level of skill in using firearms and other equipment. High-Level of critical and analytical thinking skills. Job Requirements: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, & EXPERIENCE: Education and experience requirements listed are minimum standards. Other equivalent combinations of education, certifications, training, and experience which ensures the ability to perform the work may be considered. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice or related field Master's degree from a credited college or university in criminal justice or related field preferred. Experience: 10 years of previous supervisory/management experience; any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to effectively perform the essential functions of the position. Experience as a Sergeant, Lieutenant, or acting Police Chief or other supervisory duties that would directly relate to qualification to serve as a Police Chief. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND CERTIFICATIONS: If currently employed as a police officer in Oregon, possession of currently required DPSST certification. If currently employed out of state, demonstrated ability to obtain required DPSST certification within 12 months of employment. Ability to obtain DPSST Executive Certification within one year of hire and maintain certification. Valid Oregon Driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire. Must reside within 10 minutes of the City's Police Department. The City of Junction City is an equal opportunity employer; who does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

Company:

Juction City Police Department

Posted:

December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro

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