Police Captain

Under general direction from the Police Chief, manages, directs, and coordinates the activities of a division within the Police Department; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions within the department; establishes, grows, and preserves positive relationships between the community and the Police Department; and provides highly complex staff assistance to the Police Chief. Exercises direct supervision over subordinate sworn and non-sworn personnel. Participate in the development and implementation of division policies, goals, objectives and priorities. Plan, organize, manage, and review the work activities of the assigned division. Direct, oversee and participate in the development of assigned division’s work plan; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitors workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures. Participate in the development and administration of the division budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; recommend adjustments as necessary. Participate in the selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; recommend and implement discipline and termination procedures. Conduct studies and analyze the operations of assigned division; identify areas where improvement may be achieved; prepare related reports. Confer with citizens and City officials on law enforcement problems and assist in the development of innovative municipal law enforcement policies. Preserve and strive to improve the quality of life within the community by using various policing techniques, such as problem-solving policing and intelligence-led policing strategies that encourage and build positive relationships between the Beaumont Police Department and the community. Emphasize community interaction and collaborative problem solving between the Beaumont Police Department and the community; continue to build diverse community-based partnerships guided by innovation and perseverance to ensure Beaumont's future as a well-developed, dignified, and respected community. Supervise enforcement of all laws and ordinances within the jurisdiction of the Department. Direct the provision of support services to operational activities of the Department; maintain data, statistics, and information necessary for police planning and management. Supervise the maintenance of departmental equipment including motor vehicles, weapons, ammunition, and related supplies and material. Formulate and disseminate departmental policies, procedures, and directives; assist the Chief of Police with administrative matters. Participate on a variety of boards and committees; attend and participate in professional group meetings. May act as Police Chief in the absence of the Chief and as assigned. Maintain prompt and regular attendance. Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operation of the employer. The position is always evolving. Therefore, employer reserves the right to modify this job description as necessary. Performs related duties, as assigned. Knowledge of: Principles, practices and procedures of police administration, organization, and operation. Laws, ordinances, and regulations affecting the work of the Department including those governing traffic, criminal investigation, and arrest and prosecution. Technical and administrative phases of crime prevention and law enforcement including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, records management, and care and custody of property. Recent court decisions and how they affect department and division operations. Use of firearms and other modern police equipment. Principles and practices of organization and personnel management in a municipal government environment. Budgeting procedures and techniques. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Ability to: Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals, all while being free from any bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation, etc. Plan, direct, manage and coordinate the activities of a major police division. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Recommend and implement sound policies and procedures. Foster positive relationships between the community and the Police Department, including managing the public tactfully and effectively. Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with the laws, regulation, and policies. Act quickly and calmly in emergencies. Exhibit technical ability that commands respect of subordinates. Prepare clear and concise reports. Effectively administer a budget. Select, supervise, train and evaluate personnel. Demonstrate and encourage strong critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving techniques. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of City and other government officials, community groups, and the general public. Education/Training Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, police science, business or public administration, or a related field. Experience 15 years of broad and extensive experience in all major phases of municipal police work, including two years of administrative and management experience at a level comparable to a Police Lieutenant with the City of Beaumont. License or Certificate Must posses and maintain P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate. Possession of a P.O.S.T. Management Certificate. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid driver's license.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be free from any physical, emotional or mental conditions, as determined by a qualified physician and/or psychologist, which might affect the ability of the employee to exercise the powers of a peace officer or perform essential job functions. The position may require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. Additionally, the position requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in retrieving and entering data using a computer keyboard. Near and far vision is required in order to read work related documents and use the computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. Incumbent must meet the P.O.S.T. agility test standards during the course of employment. Must be able to wear the standard police uniform for prolonged periods, including a gun/utility belt and vest. Incumbent must be willing to work shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as extended hours in emergency, disaster, or other situations influenced by workload or staffing difficulties. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. This classification is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may be required to perform other reasonable duties as assigned by management. The City reserves the right, with the concurrence of the department head, to revise or change classification duties and responsibilities as the need arises and as consistent with the meet and confer process. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Beaumont California