Job description, duties and responsibilities. Class Code 2201, 2202.
(A) Classification: Salaried full-time positions.
(B) Characteristics of the class. Under general administrative direction, plans, organizes, directs and coordinates the activities of the Police Department in the enforcement of laws and ordinances, the prevention of crime and the protection of life and property; does related work as required.
(C) Examples of duties. Plans, directs, and exercises general supervision over the work of the department. Formulates and enforces rules and regulations, work methods, and procedures. Makes or reviews activities and reports of officers. Makes recommendations to the Mayor and City Council for the appointment, promotion, and dismissal of officers. Enforces disciplinary measures when necessary. Ascertains that officers receive adequate training in modern police methods and procedures. Directs the preparation and maintenance of police methods and procedures. Directs the investigation of major criminal offenses. Cooperates with the state and federal officers in the apprehension of wanted persons. Sees that reports are prepared for the City Council, National Safety Council, and Federal Bureau of Investigation. Prepares budget estimates and controls the expenditures of department funds. Conducts department correspondence, requisition supplies, and recommends the purchase of necessary equipment. Meets with and answers questions for the public. Attends police conferences and meets with various citizens' groups.
(D) Minimum qualifications.
(1) Training and experience. Extensive successful experience as police officer, including a minimum of four (4) years progressively responsible experience; completion of an accredited high school course supplemented by training in police administration or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities.
(2) Special knowledge, skills and abilities. Thorough knowledge of police administration and of police methods; thorough knowledge of scientific methods of criminal detection, criminal identification, and radio communication; thorough knowledge of the geography of the city; demonstrated ability to lead and direct the activities of police officers; ability to maintain cooperative relationships with other city officials and with the general public; high social intelligence; resourcefulness and sound judgment in emergencies; demonstrated integrity; tact; good physical condition.
(Ord. 01-03, passed 1-15-01)