Police Captain - Promotional Exam

City of Rochester•30 Church Street Rochester, NY

12h

About The Position

This is a supervisory law enforcement position in the Police Department. Work is performed in accordance with New York State Law, the City Charter, City Ordinances, and the Department’s administrative policies and procedures. General supervision is received from a higher-ranking police official. The position exercises direct or general supervision over sworn police personnel and civilian personnel as circumstances dictate. Related work is performed as required. The Police Captain implements Department rules and policies, commands patrol or specialized sections and divisions, manages major investigations and Department resources, and coordinates with internal and external agencies. The role also involves community and media relations, oversight of subordinate investigations, directing police activity at critical incidents, personnel investigations, financial expenditure management, and assuming the role of Commander when necessary. Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive-class status as a Police Lieutenant at the time of appointment or examination, whichever is first. The promotional examination consists of two parts. Part 1 is a written test covering specified Department materials, investigative techniques, and laws frequently applied by RPD officers. The scope of Part 2 will be provided later; its exam date is to be determined. Each part contributes 50% to the final score.

Requirements

One year of permanent competitive-class status as a Police Lieutenant at the time of appointment or examination, whichever is first.

Responsibilities

Implements City and Police Department rules, policies, and procedures related to patrol activities, investigations, criminal justice proceedings, personnel, and equipment and materials.
Commands and supervises police activities in a patrol section or specialized operational or support services section or division.
Manages major investigations and coordinates resources from within and outside the Department.
Serves as a Department liaison with the community and develops and maintains good relations with the public.
Serves as a liaison across platoons, divisions, specialized units, other City agencies, and outside agencies.
Ensures that investigations conducted by subordinates are completed.
Directs police activities at critical incident scenes, including serious accidents, crimes, fires, or unusual disorders.
Works with Commanders to accomplish Department goals and objectives.
Manages financial expenditures, including overtime, supplies, and equipment.
Conducts personnel investigations arising from citizen or Department complaints.
Works with staff to identify crime patterns and trends in the area of responsibility.
Communicates and coordinates with members of the media, speaking on behalf of the Department.
Assumes the role of Commander when necessary.