Chief of Police

Sac and Fox Tribe of Iowa•Tama, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the control and coordination of all Meskwaki Nation Police Department (MNPD) activities, ensuring that public order and safety is maintained throughout the Meskwaki community by enforcing laws and ordinances, taking all necessary measures to prevent crime and protect lives and property. The Chief of Police assumes full responsibility and command of the MNPD. Duties include, but are not limited to, administration, selection, training, assignment, supervision and corrective/disciplinary action of MNPD personnel.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of law enforcement experience, including three (3) years of administrative, management, and supervisory experience (may consider combination of education and experience demonstrating competencies equivalent to the degree requirement)
Must be currently Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) or Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Certified as a Law Enforcement Officer with no breaks in employment; OR eligible for and receive reciprocity certification within one year of employment on the initial attempt
Must possess a thorough knowledge of police administration and management principles and practices, including optimum use of human and material resources
Must possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of the MNPD Policies and Procedures
Must possess a thorough knowledge, understanding and support of Tribal Sovereignty, and applicable local, state and federal laws, statutes and ordinances
Must possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of the codes, laws, statutes and ordinances of the Sac & Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective, respectful and professional working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, supervisors, officials, community members and the general public
Must have the ability to analyze complex problems and determine effective, efficient resolutions
Must be of good moral character and of good standing in the community in which he or she lives
Must submit to and successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation and receive Adjudication Certification
Mandated Regulations: Public Law 101-630-Indian Child protection and Family Violence Prevention Act-Character Investigations, as amended; Public Law 101-647-Crime Control Act of 1990, Employee Background Checks; Public Law 90-6148-Gun Control Act, as amended; Code of Federal Regulations 25 part 12-Indian Country Law Enforcement; Code of Federal Regulations 25 Part 63-Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention; Executive Order 12968 Adjudication Standards
Must maintain suitability for the position, as background checks will be performed periodically. (All civil judgements and criminal charges incurred during employment must be reported to the Human Resources Department immediately)
Must possess and maintain a valid Iowa State Driver's License, and be eligible for the Tribe's vehicle insurance. (All license infractions/moving violations incurred during employment must be reported to the Human Resources Department immediately)
Must be bondable under the Tribe's Fidelity Bonding Policy during the course of employment with the Tribe

Responsibilities

Provide law enforcement services to the Meskwaki community, co-workers and public in a tactical, ethical, pleasant and courteous manner
Assume full responsibility and command of the MNPD
Plan, direct and supervise all MNPD activities and personnel
Develop, implement and ensure compliance of policies, rules and regulations for all departmental field and administrative work
Provide leadership and direction in the development, implementation, maintenance, and compliance of the Vision and Mission Statement and Strategic Plan for the MNPD, consistent with Tribal goals and objectives
Develop and present the MNPD annual budget to the Tribal Council for approval; prepare equipment and general operating budget requests; direct and control the expenditure of budget appropriations; prepare departmental equipment specifications and approve related purchasing
Perform selection of officers and support staff in accordance with established policy and procedures
Review performance of department personnel through performance ratings and reports; recommend pay actions and institute corrective or disciplinary actions, as required
Receive, review and respond to complaints
Select officers for trainings
Establish and maintain departmental standards
Develop, implement and ensure compliance of a customer satisfaction system, providing regular and timely feedback of service quality and delivery, customer expectations and demands, and unmet customer needs
Determine appropriate action/response with local, state, and federal law enforcement officials in the investigation, apprehension and detention of wanted persons, and with other agencies where activities of the MNPD are involved
Address civic and other groups on the activities and programs of the MNPD
Attend or assign staff to attend appropriate or required conferences, conventions, seminars, trainings, and related meetings
Provide assistance to MNPD Police Officers, Investigators, Detectives, Dispatchers, Emergency Medical Staff and Conservation Officers in crime scene or emergency situations, as needed
Personally present monthly reports to the Tribal Council regarding law enforcement service performance, administrative and staff development activities, customer satisfaction data, and program research
Provide assistance to the Tribal Council and respond to inquiries
Perform related duties and responsibilities, as outlined in the Meskwaki Nation Police Department Policies and Procedures Operations Manual
Maintain strict confidentiality