Police Captain

City of Reno•Reno Police Department, NV

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under administrative direction, Police Captains assist in the administration and supervision of the Police Department. They direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the activities and operations of an assigned Division within the Police Department. They will coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to their appointed Assistant Chief of Police. The salary and benefits associated with this position are subject to change at any time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, police science, public administration, business administration, organizational leadership or a closely related field or completion of at least 120 semester credits (180 quarter credits) including 30 semester credits (45 quarter credits) in criminal justice, public administration, business administration, or a related field.
Possession of a Nevada Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (POST) Supervisor Certificate or Management Certificate will satisfy the education requirement.
Four continuous years of full-time sworn law enforcement experience as a Police Lieutenant with the Reno Police Department.
Valid driver's license
Valid Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Category I certification
Candidates must be actively employed as a sworn Police Lieutenant with the Reno Police Department from the time of application through appointment.
Candidates must maintain all required certifications and employment eligibility from the time of application through appointment to this classification.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership and direction for a major Police Department division, including strategic planning, program management, and operational oversight.
Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of Lieutenants, Sergeants, and other personnel to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
Develops and implements division goals, policies, and procedures; monitors compliance and recommends improvements.
Manages divisional budget, resource allocation, and staffing to meet operational and strategic objectives.
Serves as liaison with other city departments, law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and the public; represents the department in professional and community settings.
Oversees major incidents, special events, and emergency response operations, ensuring appropriate coordination and resource deployment.
Directs and participates in internal investigations, personnel performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions as required.
Prepares and reviews reports, analyses, and presentations for executive leadership, boards, or court as necessary.