Deputy Police Chief

Town of Hamden • Hamden Police Department, CT

15h

About The Position

Under the general management of the Chief of Police, the Deputy Police Chief is a non-bargaining-unit position responsible for planning, directing, and reviewing the activities and operations of the Hamden Police Department. The role is responsible for the overall protection of life and property in the Town of Hamden through supervision of police functions, providing leadership and guidance in preserving the public peace, preventing crime, apprehending offenders, and regulating traffic in accordance with Connecticut state law and Town of Hamden ordinances.

The Deputy Police Chief works with a high degree of independence and exercises sound professional judgment. The position requires effective planning and organizational skills, ethical conduct, community stewardship, initiative, and responsive service. Effective performance includes clear communication, collaboration, appropriate allocation and use of resources, sound decision-making, and personal accountability. The position description is illustrative rather than an exhaustive list of duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, police administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions.
• Eight years of experience as a police officer, including four years of progressively responsible supervisory and management experience at the rank of Sergeant or higher.
• Applicable Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council (POSTC) police certification, or the ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
• Current, valid Connecticut motor vehicle operator’s license at appointment. Candidates relocating to Connecticut from another state must obtain a valid Connecticut license within 90 days of relocating.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation, medical examination, psychological evaluation, drug screening, and polygraph examination.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Knowledge of laws and government, including applicable laws, penal codes, court procedures, legal precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
• Knowledge of public safety and security principles, rules, and regulations, including the appropriate use of weapons and force.
• Working knowledge of current operational principles and practices of modern police administration.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Oral, written, public presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver police services that provide equal treatment and protection and show sensitivity to all sectors of the community, regardless of culture, race, or appearance.
• Ability to exercise patience and firmness in managing the department, serving the public, and resolving community disputes; willingness and ability to make difficult decisions.
• Ability to pursue greater racial and gender diversity to support a more representative department.
• Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines, changing priorities, and evolving conditions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and review the activities and operations of the Hamden Police Department.
• Oversee departmental activities, including personnel training and management, patrol of public areas, arrests, investigations of suspected legal violations, and maintenance of police records.
• Assign and supervise the duties and activities of subordinates, initiating disciplinary action as required.
• Manage the department’s finances, including preparing the annual operating budget, administering grants, managing capital funds, and overseeing related departmental projects.
• Support the protection of life and property, preservation of public peace, prevention of crime, apprehension of offenders, and regulation of traffic.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager