Assistant Police Chief

Bountiful City•Bountiful, UT

6d•$48 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Supervises the department under the direction of the Police Chief and has the full responsibility for the efficient and successful operations of the department. The Assistant Chief assists in the planning, organizing, coordinating and directing of personnel and resources of the department towards achieving the goals of security, peace, and well-being.

Requirements

Proficiency in use of motor vehicle.
Proficiency in use of department firearm(s).
Maintain skill in Arrest Control Techniques.
Proficiency with department impact tools and other less lethal munitions as required.
Must possess the physical skill and agility necessary to apprehend, detain and control a suspect.
Must have good verbal communication skills.
Must have good organizational skills and good problem-solving skills.
Essential knowledge of leadership skills and techniques.
Requires a high school diploma.
Possession of a Utah POST Basic Law Enforcement Officer Certification.
Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate valid Utah driver's license.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climb.
Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
Ability to travel to different sites and locations.
Must successfully pass the department's physical fitness criteria.
Candidates must successfully pass a background check, a driving record check, and a pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of administration experience as a Lieutenant rank or higher.

Responsibilities

Supervises the department under the direction of the Police Chief.
Has full responsibility for the efficient and successful operations of the department.
Assists in the planning, organizing, coordinating and directing of personnel and resources of the department towards achieving the goals of security, peace, and well-being.

Benefits

Medical Insurance (Bountiful pays 100% of premium for employees - single coverage, 95% for two-party, 90% for family)
Dental and Vision Insurance (optional, paid by employee)
Group Term Life insurance (provided by City)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FLEX$)
Health Savings Account (HSA) (employer contributions for High-Deductible plan enrollees)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) (optional, paid by employee)
Long Term Disability (LTD) (premium paid by City)
Sick and Vacation Leave
Twelve paid holidays a year
Employee Assistance Program
COLA and Merit Increases
Retirement – Pension (through Utah Retirement Systems - URS)
Retirement – Savings Plans (401(k), 457, Roth IRA options)
Bereavement/Funeral Leave
Family Medical Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Military Leave
Cell Phone and Uniform Stipends
Safety Awards
Training Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Programs
Employee Luncheons
Years of Service Awards
Department specific awards