Police Captain - 1126

City of Greenville•204 Halton Road (Public Safety Complex) - Greenville, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Police Captain directs and manages a major division of the Greenville Police Department, such as Administration, Field Operations, Investigations, or Support. Under limited direction, the Captain oversees law enforcement activities and division staff; implements departmental policies and procedures; supports planning, budgeting, and operations; and develops and monitors operational plans. The role coordinates activities with City officials and external agencies, monitors compliance with applicable laws and standards, addresses complaints, and supports the department’s internal investigation and discipline processes. The Captain also provides administrative support to Police Majors and the Police Chief, serves on assigned boards and committees, and may assume departmental command during their absence. Division-specific responsibilities vary. The Administration Division Captain oversees administrative, training, budget, special-event, grant, technology, and accreditation work. The Field Operations Division Captain manages platoons, patrol deployment and procedures, operational intelligence, and community-policing strategies. The Investigations Division Captain oversees investigative sections, victim and witness advocacy, task-force coordination, and crime-mitigation strategies. The Support Division Captain oversees functions including Traffic, Warrants, Animal Control, School Resource Officers, and Crime Response Teams. The position also performs administrative duties, serves as a liaison between the department and residents and community partners, and supports criminal prosecutions. Work may take place indoors, outdoors, or in a vehicle and involves emergency response, irregular schedules and overtime, and exposure to physical and environmental hazards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, business, social work, human services, or a related field.
At least 11 years of continuous service as a certified police officer.
At least two years of current and continuous service as a Lieutenant or higher rank at the Greenville Police Department or a comprehensive law enforcement agency of comparable size.
Obtain Class 1 officer certification from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy within one year of employment.
Valid South Carolina Class D driver’s license.
Knowledge of applicable South Carolina, City of Greenville, and federal laws; criminal law and investigation; departmental policies; investigative techniques; evidence and court procedures; community policing; and police operations.
Ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure, analyze situations, conduct interviews and investigations, communicate effectively, prepare reports, testify in court, and maintain professional working relationships.
Ability to use firearms and other police equipment, operate a patrol vehicle and radio, and use computers and standard office equipment.
Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

Lead and administer the assigned division and supervise sworn and civilian personnel, including work assignments, performance evaluation, employee development, and discipline.
Formulate division strategies using statistical data and employee feedback to support community policing, crime reduction, and public safety goals.
Coordinate special teams and division operations as assigned, and maintain clear communication with employees and the department’s command staff.
Plan staffing, scheduling, patrol deployment, training, and operational procedures appropriate to the assigned division.
Support departmental planning, budgeting, grant applications, special-event coordination, technology research, and accreditation activities as applicable to the assigned division.
Prepare reports and brief Police Majors and the Police Chief on division activities; review policies, procedures, service delivery, staffing, and equipment readiness.
Coordinate with City officials, other law enforcement and public safety agencies, community organizations, and members of the public.
Address and resolve internal and external complaints, inquiries, and sensitive community or organizational issues.
Participate in professional and community meetings, public information and crime-prevention programs, and assigned boards and committees.
Understand and enforce applicable federal, state, and City criminal and traffic laws; prepare supporting documents, follow court procedures, and testify as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.