Deputy Chief of Police

City of Raleigh North Carolina•Raleigh Police Headquarters - 111 W Hargett Street, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This administrative and managerial position directs employees of the police department and serves under the direct supervision of the Chief of Police. The Deputy Chief helps protect lives and property in the City through general supervision and control of police functions, and ensures the efficient operation of the department by directing, coordinating, and evaluating crime prevention and law enforcement programs. The Deputy Chief may act as Chief of Police when the Chief is absent or designates them to do so, and performs other administrative and law enforcement functions as directed by the Chief.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in police science, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field.
Extensive and progressively responsible experience in police work, including considerable experience in police management and supervision.
Must be a Major within the Raleigh Police Department, or have attained sworn rank of Major or equivalent or higher at another law enforcement agency and be eligible to serve as a sworn law enforcement officer under North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission requirements at the time of employment.
Considerable training in police administration and management.
Certification as a law enforcement officer by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, or ability to become certified within twelve months of hiring.
Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record, or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
Knowledge of municipal police administration and modern police methods, techniques, and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; budgetary control and procurement; and law enforcement training requirements.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to lead departmental programs and allocate personnel, financial, and material resources effectively and efficiently.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with city officials, state, federal, and local authorities, community groups, and the general public.
Ability to direct the preparation and presentation of oral and written material about department programs and activities.
Ability to react calmly and promptly in emergencies and make correct decisions.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, direct, and administratively review department activities at the direction of the Chief of Police.
Act as Chief of Police in the Chief’s absence or when designated by the Chief.
Hear personnel appeals and grievances for the Police Department before they are appealed to the City Manager’s Office.
Direct line staff activities and operations through subordinate command officers.
Formulate policies and regulations governing police operations in coordination with the Chief of Police.
Review policies, procedures, and regulations and recommend changes through input to the Chief of Police.
Investigate and evaluate operational and administrative problems to ensure effective and efficient operations.
Act as departmental spokesperson in the absence of the Chief.
Perform other administrative and law enforcement functions as directed by the Chief.
Operate a law enforcement vehicle during day and night under a variety of conditions.
Communicate effectively over law enforcement radio channels, engage with community members, and communicate as directed by the Chief.