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Title:
Police Chief
FLSA Status: Exempt
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this position is to
oversee, direct and provide law enforcement and emergency
response services to the citizens and city. This is
accomplished by providing leadership to law enforcement
employees, developing and implementing policing policies,
overseeing and directing staff, reviewing new trends and
technology, managing department budget, and representing the
department to city council and community. Other duties
include advising city staff on law enforcement issues, and
attending training seminars and conferences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Note:
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key
responsibilities of the position. The list of essential
functions below does not identify all duties performed by
any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please
be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical
demands of each essential function.
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(S) |
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(L) |
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(M) |
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(H) |
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(V) |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts
constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
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Code |
Essential Functions |
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1 |
L |
Provides department leadership by
initiating programs and activities, resolving complex
issues, developing and mentoring staff, working with
associations, and building and managing department
budgets. |
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2 |
L |
Coordinates activities with other
divisions by attending various meetings, ensuring law
enforcement needs are being met, attending study
sessions, reviewing documents, and communicating with
other departments. |
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3 |
L |
Works externally with citizens,
private businesses and other agencies by attending city
and state functions, speaking publicly on behalf of the
department, and participating in professional
organizations. |
JOB
REQUIREMENTS:
-Description of
Minimum Job Requirements-
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Formal Education |
Work requires broad knowledge in a
general professional or technical field. Knowledge is
normally acquired through four years of college
resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. |
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Experience |
Over seven years up to and
including nine years experience. |
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Supervision |
Work requires managing and
monitoring work performance of a department including
evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness,
establishing broad organizational goals and realigning
work and staffing assignments for the department. |
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Human Collaboration Skills |
Final decisions regarding policy
development and implementation are made and/or
recommended. Interaction with others outside the
organization requires exercising participative
management skills that support team efforts and quality
processes. |
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Freedom to Act |
The employee normally performs the
duty assignments within broad parameters defined by
general organizational requirements and accepted
practices. End results determine effectiveness of job
performance. |
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Technical Skills |
Advanced: Work requires advanced
skills and knowledge in approaches and systems, which
affect the design and implementation of major programs
and/or processes organization-wide. Independent judgment
and decision-making abilities are necessary to apply
technical skills effectively. |
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Budget Responsibility |
Position has City-wide fiscal
responsibility. Assures that appropriate linkages exist
between budget, funding limitations and service levels,
to meet specific departmental and organizational goals.
Monitors progress toward fiscal objectives and adjusts
plans as necessary to reach them. |
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Reading |
Advanced - Ability to read
literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical
journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal
documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at
the college level or above. However, it may be obtained
from experience and self-study. |
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Math |
Intermediate - Ability to deal with
system of real numbers; practical application of
fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and
measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in
high school up to college. However, it may be obtained
from experience and self-study. |
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Writing |
Advanced - Ability to write
editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college
level or above. However, it may be obtained from
experience and self-study. |
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Certification &
Other Requirements |
Valid driver's license, Peace
Officer Certification |
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
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-Physical strength for this position is indicated below
with “X”- |
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Sedentary |
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Light |
X |
Medium |
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Heavy |
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Very Heavy |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts
constantly OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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C
Continuously
2/3 or more of the time. |
F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time. |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time. |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per
week. |
N
Never
Never occurs. |
Note: This is intended as a
description of the way the job is currently performed. It
does not address the potential for accommodation.
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-Physical Demand- |
-Frequency- |
-Brief Description-
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Standing |
F |
Making presentations, observing work site, observing
work duties, communicating with co-workers |
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Sitting |
F |
Desk work, meetings, driving |
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Walking |
O |
To
other departments/offices, around work site |
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Lifting |
R |
Supplies, files |
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Carrying |
O |
Files |
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Pushing/Pulling |
R |
File drawers, tables and chairs |
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Reaching |
R |
For
supplies, for files |
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Handling |
F |
Paperwork, firearms |
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Fine Dexterity |
F |
Computer keyboard, telephone keypad, calculator,
firearms |
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Kneeling |
R |
Filing in lower drawers |
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Crouching |
N |
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Crawling |
N |
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Bending |
R |
Filing in lower drawers |
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Twisting |
R |
From computer to telephone |
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Climbing |
O |
Stairs |
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Balancing |
N |
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Vision |
F |
Reading, computer screen, driving, observing work site |
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Hearing |
F |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Talking |
F |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Foot Controls |
O |
Driving |
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Other
(specified if applicable) |
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MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE:
Computers, printers and related
software, vehicle, weapons, radio
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
C
Continuously |
F
Frequently |
O
Occasionally |
R
Rarely |
N
Never |
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D
Daily |
W
Several Times Per Week |
M
Several Times Per Month |
S
Seasonally |
N
Never |
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-Health and Safety Factors- |
| Mechanical Hazards |
N |
| Chemical Hazards |
N |
| Electrical Hazards |
N |
| Fire Hazards |
N |
| Explosives |
N |
| Communicable Diseases |
N |
| Physical Danger or
Abuse |
R |
| Other (see 1 below) |
N |
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-Environmental Factors- |
| Respiratory Hazards |
N |
| Extreme Temperatures |
S |
| Noise and Vibration |
N |
| Wetness/Humidity |
N |
| Physical Hazards |
S |
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(1) N/A
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Protective vest
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per week |
N
Never
Never occurs |
-Description of Non-Physical Demands-
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-Frequency- |
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Time Pressure |
F |
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Emergency Situation |
O |
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Frequent Change of Tasks |
F |
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Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime |
F |
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Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously |
F |
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Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team |
F |
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Tedious or Exacting Work |
O |
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Noisy/Distracting Environment |
N |
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Other (see 2 below) |
N |
(2) N/A
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:
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Office Environment |
X |
Vehicle |
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Warehouse |
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Outdoors |
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Shop |
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Other (see 3 below) |
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Recreation/Neighborhood Center |
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(3)N/A
SIGNATURE
SIGNATURE – REVIEW AND
COMMENTS:
I have reviewed this description and understand the
requirements and responsibilities of the position.
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Signature of Employee
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Job Title of Supervisor |
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Signature of Supervisor
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Date |
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Job Title of Department Head |
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Signature of Department Head
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Comments:
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The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this
position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to
modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.
City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer
DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY
APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES
DEPARTMENT.
Employment Hotline (Voice Only):
623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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