Make a diﬀerence in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville— you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

This is managerial and administrative work managing the City’s Police Department and activities.

The Police Chief serves at the will of the City Manager and may be appointed or removed at will by the City Manager. Work in this classification is distinguished from other classifications by its emphasis on police public safety and its departmental managerial responsibility.

EXAMPLES OF WORK*

*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job. Performance of lower level duties may be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Plans, directs, coordinates and administers all activities and personnel of the City’s Police Department in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and directions from City government.

Coordinates activities with functions of other City departments and private and public agencies.

Researches, assesses and meets community law enforcement needs through workforce deployment, equipment use and community relations programs.

Recommends selection, promotion, discharge and other appropriate personnel actions.

Prepares, submits and monitors annual departmental budget.

Formulates long- and short-range plans for department.

Analyzes daily operations and activities of department. Resolves administrative and operational problems. Reviews reports. Takes on-scene command in emergency situations.

Directs preparation and maintenance of police records and files.

Directs investigations of major criminal offenses.

Ensures that required reports are prepared for the City Manager, National Safety Council, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Federal Bureau of Investigation and other agencies, as appropriate.

Will work with, and have access to, information or documents pertaining to criminal investigations, especially those dealing with drug-related activity.

Will be required to respond under emergency conditions.

Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

May act in absence of supervisor.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate:

Is a champion of community-oriented policing.
Has demonstrated vision in strategically moving departments forward using creative and entrepreneurial techniques.
Exemplifies high personal and professional standards, character, and values; and had developed an organization known for its high standards.
Is a very strong communicator, both internally and externally; is approachable and comfortable communicating with individuals at all levels, across the organization and throughout the community.
Is a change agent with the ability to influence and lead organizations through culture change, along with maintaining employee loyalty to the department and the City.
Is able to build strong teams and consensus within the department, with other departments, and with other governmental agencies.
Embraces diversity both within the organization and in the community
Experience in an organized labor environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Below are the required education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in law enforcement, criminal justice, criminology or related field, preferably supplemented by a Master’s degree; and eight (8) years of experience at a Command Level of Police Captain or higher. FBI National Academy Training, or an equivalent level of training, may substitute for up to one (1) year of education at the undergraduate level.

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

Licenses

Valid Florida Driver License required.

Certifications

Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training (CJST) certification preferred at time of hire. Must obtain certification within a specified period of time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of governmental budget procedures.

Thorough knowledge of laws, ordinances, regulations and statutes which govern public safety functions.

Thorough knowledge of investigative methods and procedures.

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of effective administration and supervision.

Knowledge of all aspects of law enforcement at the local government level including community-oriented policing, traffic control, crowd control and emergency police assistance.

Ability to plan, assign, delegate and direct work of administrative and supervisory personnel.

Ability to develop appropriate training and instructional procedures for employees.

Ability to develop long-term plans and programs in a complex and diverse environment and to evaluate work accomplishments.

Ability to work effectively with elected officials, charter officers, department heads, representatives of other agencies, state and federal authorities, other city employees, community leaders and the general public.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to maintain security and confidentiality.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess certain physical abilities and be able to withstand work related environmental conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Will be required to attend meetings outside regular business hours.

Residence within the City limits required within six (6) months of appointment.

*May establish an eligibility list.

Note:

May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville oﬀers a competitive beneﬁts package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional beneﬁts such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also oﬀer great things like on-site ﬁtness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staﬀ and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.

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