POLICE CHIEF

The City of Plant City is using an Executive Recruitment firm for the Police Chief role. To be considered, please apply directly at the blue link below

Chief of Police External Application

Position Summary:

Under executive direction of the City Manager, performs highly responsible administrative and technical police work in the direction of all employees and the activities of the Police Department. Work involves responsible and efficient operation of the Police Department through control of its activities in preventing crime, protecting lives and property, and maintaining or restoring order. The employee must work with considerable independence in carrying out police functions. Work is reviewed through periodic reports and discussions and is measured by the results obtained.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Establishes goals and objectives for the organization including the development of operational and fiscal plans for the accomplishment of these goals and objectives.

• Reviews the Police Department's policies and operating procedures as related to department functions and makes necessary changes for improvement. Develops and executes department policies and procedures.

• Responsible for the selection, placement, promotion, training, development, safety, supervision, evaluation, and discipline of department personnel.

• Represents the Police Department to the public through public addresses and meetings of various civic and service organizations.

• Ensures the department's adherence to all federal, state, and local codes, statutes and ordinances related to the organization's functions.

• Formulates and prescribes work methods and procedures to be followed by department members.

• Establishes standards of conduct for police officers and other department personnel; directs the selection and development of officers, including annual in-service training to ensure compliance with accreditation and criminal justice standards.

• Responsible for the coordination of the department's efforts with those of other government and criminal justice agencies.

• Responsible for budget preparation, control, and expenditures of departmental appropriations.

• Responsible for tactical law enforcement decisions which directly affect safety and security of life and property of the public.

• Position is designated as Emergency and Essential by the City Manager.

Minimum Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of modern management techniques, supervisory practices, and evaluation methods.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective administration with particular attention to short- and long-term strategic planning.

• Knowledge of modern police methods and procedures.

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the department.

• Knowledge of the Federal, State, municipal and controlling court decisions.

• Knowledge of physical and social characteristics of the City.

• Ability to foster innovation within the department.

• Ability to lead and motivate an organization, specifically subordinate managers, and line employees.

• Ability to communicate and express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

• Ability to build a strong leadership team that is capable of implementing the vision and goals of the City.

• Ability to advocate management rights without alienating employees.

• Ability to effectively analyze and resolve operational, procedural, and personnel problems.

• Ability to plan, prepare, and administer an annual department budget.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, community organizations, other agencies, and the general public.

• Skilled at making public presentations.

• Must be an effective change agent driven to inspire and implement change with excellent customer service, leadership, and communication skills.

• Ability to plan, assign, instruct, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinates.

• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively to determine proper actions to be taken.

• Ability to deal courteously and fairly with the public.

• Ability to write, read and speak effectively.

• Skill in the care and use of firearms.

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field. Master’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field, preferred.

• Ten (10) or more years of extensive progressive experience in police work including experience as a command officer in charge of a major division.

• Graduate of an accredited Executive level training program such as: FDLE Senior Leadership, Southern Police Institute (SPI) or FBI National Academy.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Florida Law Enforcement Certification.

• Valid Florida driver license and be insurable by the City’s current insurance provider.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees Police Captains, Executive Assistant, and a combined work force of civilian and non-civilian staff of approximately 105 employees.

Residency Requirement:

• Must meet department residency requirement within six (6) months of hire date, unless otherwise approved by the City Manager.

Essential Physical Abilities:

Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time

Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time

N/A = Not applicable

Environmental Conditions:

Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time

Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time

N/A = Not applicable

Emergency Responsibilities:

In the event of an emergency or disaster, employee will be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department, Emergency Management or City Administration. Such assignments may be before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

Disclaimers:

This job description is not intended to, and does not, constitute an offer of employment or a contract for employment or the terms and conditions of employment. The City of Plant City has the right to revise this job description at any time.