Police Captain – Jefferson Police Department – Full Time

Jefferson Health Plans • Philadelphia, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Police Captain will perform complex work directing the operational activities of the Jefferson Police Department field operations. Work involves overseeing the day to day operations of the police department and assisting the Police Chief in developing and carrying out the mission and vision for the department. Provides supervision to a police watch or shift. Primary responsibilities include oversight of scheduling and deployment of personnel to ensure adequate coverage, as well as formal and ongoing training, development and evaluation of supervisor and officer performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree requires, master’s degree Preferred
• 4 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in specialized areas of law enforcement.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local statutes/ordinances.
• Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of maintaining effective protection and safety programs
• Crisis Management - B0480 Knowledge of crisis management concepts and techniques, ability to predict, avert, mitigate, and recover from an event that has or could have a severely negative impact on the business.
• Premises Operation and Maintenance - EPFM0000 Knowledge of and ability to ensure safe practices in daily operations and effective maintenance and repair services for physical premises.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking - I0700 Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process, ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, and reach productive decisions.
• Emergency Management - TMFG0625 Knowledge of and ability to use tools and techniques to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from an emergency.
• Performance Management - M0450 Ability to apply organization's performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.
• Team Management - M0150 Knowledge of effective team building techniques and ability to form and manage effective teams.
• Personnel Security - TAD630 Knowledge of, and ability to implement, the measures necessary to safeguard an organization's employees and visitors.
• Premises Management and Security - TBF0130 Knowledge of the issues, operational practices, and challenges associated with the safe daily operation and maintenance of the physical premises of a retail branch
• Completion of a recognized police academy
• Lethal Weapons Certification - Pennsylvania State Police Within 90 Days

Nice To Haves

• Safety or Security certifications through IAHSS, ASIS, military or equivalent organization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees completions of scheduling, work assignments and payroll entries; As well as reviews all reports by staff; prepares and reviews performance evaluations; and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Supervises assigned personnel/subordinates on a watch or shift to ensure goals and objectives of the department are met. Provides direction and leadership. Commands the overall activity of the assigned function(s), reviews the work of personnel for proper and applicable law enforcement techniques, and monitors the results.
• Assures clear lines of communication between executive staff, command staff and line officers and that departmental policy, procedures and practices are clearly transmitted and understood.
• Familiar with crime stats and reports of areas surrounding the university and hospital facilities.
• Exercises independent judgment in all matters pertaining to the day-to-day operations including the application and enforcement of city laws and ordinances, and state statutes.
• Functions as a member of the agency's command staff providing input, suggestions, and recommendations.
• Meets with citizen groups as required. Serves on designated task forces.
• Organizes and implements policy needed to assure a safe and secure environment.
• Forecasts staffing needs and problems and initiates plans to meet needs based on statistical data.
• Assist with the Recruitment and Hiring of Qualified Personnel
• Develops a method of recruitment to ensure that the best personnel are hired.
• Provides for initial training of new staff, and ongoing training of existing staff.
• Oversight of the FTO program for all new hires on shift.
• Performance Standards: Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the Jefferson Values.
• Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics
• Understands and uses inclusion management principles in order to accomplish objectives through people. Ability to influence, direct, and guide others as to gain their loyal cooperation in the accomplishment of an objective. Lead, direct and control the daily issues of a diverse workforce in a complex urban setting. Respond quickly and calmly to sensitive situations where individuals may be exhibiting negative or threatening behavior. Ensures ongoing training for new and existing staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills. The Police Captain may also use equipment including police baton, handcuffs, and chemical spray.

Benefits

• medical (including prescription)
• supplemental insurance
• dental
• vision
• life and AD&D insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement plans
• tuition assistance
• voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
• tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.

What This Job Offers

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