Police Chief (Civil Service)

City of Sioux City•Sioux City, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Sioux City is seeking a Police Chief to oversee a police force of 132 sworn officers and 27 civilian employees. This role provides community services to the City’s 85,000 residents across various divisions including administration, uniformed services, investigative services, professional standards, records, identification, support services, Tri-State Drug Task Force, youth bureau, and animal control. The Police Chief is responsible for managing the department’s annual budget of $29,217,909 and reports directly to the City Manager.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelors’ degree in law enforcement, criminology, public or business administration or other related field.
A minimum of five (5) years of combined experience at the rank of Lieutenant or Captain—or in an equivalent supervisory role—in modern law enforcement.
This experience must include progressively responsible supervisory duties across multiple law enforcement specialties, including major command-level responsibilities at or above the rank of Police Lieutenant within a city, county, state, or federal agency.
Must obtain and maintain required Iowa certifications (i.e. firearms, CPR, etc.) within 6 months of hire date.
Must obtain and maintain a valid Iowa’s driver’s license.
Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Motivating, development, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Comprehensive and broad knowledge of the principles and practices of modern law enforcement administration and law enforcement methods.
Comprehensive and broad knowledge of the principles and accepted good practices and procedures of law enforcement science and administration, organization and operation as applied to field, patrol activity, traffic control, traffic safety, criminal investigation and the various functional services utilized in law enforcement operations.
Thorough knowledge of the types and uses of communications, of other electronic devices, firearms, gas and automotive equipment used in modern law enforcement work.
Thorough knowledge of the functions of Federal, State and local jurisdictions and authorities as they relate to law enforcement work.
Ability to plan, lay out and supervise the work of a large number of subordinates performing varied operations connected with law enforcement activities to develop proper training and instructional procedures for those employees, and to maintain a high level of discipline and morale.
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with other City officials, State and Federal authorities, civic leaders and general public.
Demonstrated ability to command the respect of officers and to assign, direct and supervise their work.
Ability to supervise the preparation of clear, accurate and comprehensive reports.
Requires effective communication skills and the ability to provide assistance to customers (external and internal).
Requires the ability to write and speak clearly, distinctly and effectively with fellow employees and patrons.
Read in English and compare similarities and differences between words and series of numbers.
Apply common sense understanding to the work process, procedures, programs and services.
Provide and follow verbal and written instructions.
Continuous visual effort, depth perception, color vision, hearing, and speaking.
Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer), ability to see details at a distance.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending at the waist, squatting, climbing stairs, reaching below shoulder level, pushing/pulling, lifting, carrying up to 100 lbs.
Twisting of the neck, twisting at the waist, simple grasping, firm grasping, fine manipulation, radial deviation, working with bent wrist, and foot movements to operate foot controls.
Occasional bending of the neck, kneeling, climbing over obstacles, climbing ladders, running, reaching above shoulder level.
Must be in good physical condition and able to train and perform all law enforcement functions, especially in emergency situations.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skill and abilities.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in leadership, public administration, or related field.
Participation and graduation from an accepted law enforcement executive development (staff and command) course such as the FBI National Academy, Northwestern School of Staff and Command, Southern Police Institute.

Responsibilities

Supervises and evaluates the work of subordinate staff through consistent, in-person leadership and observation, ensuring daily operations, critical incidents, and public interactions are conducted according to department standards and policies.
Recommends personnel actions related to selection, performance, leaves of absence, grievances, work schedules and assignments, and disciplinary procedures.
Administers personnel, safety, and related policies and procedures.
In consultation with the City Manager and with the assistance of immediate subordinates, formulates policies and regulations governing the activities of the Department.
Makes a visible presence within the department, facilities, organization, and community to foster accountability, team cohesion, and effective communication.
Manages the creation of the department’s Strategic Plan, including a multi-year plan that aligns with the City’s Strategic Plan.
Formulates and prescribes work methods and procedures to be followed by members of the Department.
Appraises conditions of work in the Department and takes necessary steps to improve law enforcement operations.
Researches current law enforcement trends, technology, and equipment for possible adoption by the department.
Initiates or adopts the latest law enforcement concepts to ensure a progressive law enforcement agency.
Directs and regularly reviews the department’s community outreach efforts for maximum effectiveness.
Plans and supervises the enforcement of traffic and safety regulations and programs of crime prevention and detection, vice suppression, and public education.
Prepares work programs and budget estimates and directs and supervises the expenditure of annual appropriations.
Prepares annual budget estimates and submits and defends fiscal requirements to the City Manager and City Council.
Collaborates with outside agencies, groups, and individuals to proactively deal with community issues that are either criminal or related to citizen quality of life.
Responds to issues from other local, State, and Federal officers in the apprehension and detention of persons wanted for warrants with other agencies where activities of the Department are involved.
Directs the proper accounting for money received or disbursed, maintenance and operation of law enforcement communications systems, and maintenance of all law enforcement equipment and other property entrusted to its care for use or security.
Supervises the review of criminal, traffic, training, and activity reports and initiates corrective action when and where warranted.
Represents the Department in all significant public relations matters.
Attends City Manager, departmental, and other staff meetings.
Serves as a member of the Executive Leadership team.
Demonstrates the community policing philosophy of the department through participation and innovation.
Trains, responds, and functions as a member of a rapid response team.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with City Officials, other agencies, fellow employees, and the public.
Maintains regular and punctual attendance and working hours which may include evenings and weekends as the demands of the position may occasionally require.
Expected to temporarily perform duties outside of normal classification in the event of a declared emergency.
In the event that an employee is excused from work other than being sick, they will be required to report to work in a state of declared emergency.