Police Chief / Assistant Chief

City of Holt Summit; Holts Summit (MO); In loco; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

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City of Holts Summit seeks a Police Captain/Assistant Chief to oversee daily patrol operations and report to the Chief of Police. This leadership role requires managing personnel, ensuring policy compliance, and guiding strategic goals to maintain public safety.

The position emphasizes community-oriented policing, collaboration with other agencies, and budget oversight. Candidates should demonstrate strong decision-making under pressure and a proven track record in law enforcement leadership.

Competenze

• Seven years of law enforcement experience.
• Leadership experience preferred (Sergeant or above).
• Missouri Driver’s License with good record; MO POST license; no felony or crimes of moral indecency.
• Pre-employment background check, physical and drug screening.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.
• Sit/stand for up to 12 hours; wear duty gear; operate police vehicles.

Mansioni

• Foster strong relationships with the public and responders.
• Communicate professionally regarding police matters to officials and the public.
• Prepare and present oral and written reports; coordinate with City officials.
• Supervise staff; ensure protocol per CJIS, MULES and reporting standards.
• Plan and implement law enforcement and code enforcement programs.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

Conoscenze

Leadership experience

Decision making under pressure

Community relations

Strumenti

HUBER Enterpol

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CITY OF HOLTS SUMMIT

MISSOU RI

Police Captain / Assistant Chief Recruitment Package

APPLICATION REVIEW: Ongoing

INTERVIEWS TO BEGIN: Immediately

The City of Holts Summit is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Holts Summit, Missouri

Holts Summit, Missouri, is a small city located in Callaway County, approximately 7 miles northeast of Jefferson City, the state capital. As of the 2020 census, the population was 4,458. The city has experienced significant growth since its incorporation in 1973.

The Holts Summit Police Department serves the community by enforcing laws, investigating crimes and accidents, and providing emergency services. The department is led by the Chief of Police, supported by a Police Captain (Assistant Chief of Police).

In a small police department like Holts Summit's, the role of the Police Captain is crucial for effective law enforcement operations. This position involves overseeing daily activities, managing personnel, and ensuring compliance with laws and departmental policies.

This role requires an individual with strong leadership skills, the ability to make sound decisions under pressure, and a commitment to community- oriented policing. By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Police Captain will contribute significantly to maintaining public safety and trust within Holts Summit.

This leadership role will oversee day- to-day operations of the patrol division and will report directly to the Chief of Police.

The City of Holts Summit is a wonderful place to work and live, and our community possesses a supportive spirit that will help make it easy for the next Police Captain to become fully involved and ingrained into the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum seven (7) years of law enforcement related experience.
• Preference given to those with leadership experience (Sergeant or above)
• Must possess a valid Missouri Driver’s License with a good driving record; no felony convictions nor convictions of crimes of moral indecency and possess a Missouri State License as a Commissioned Law Enforcement Officer (P.O.S.T.) with no active or pending disciplinary action.
• Successful completion of pre -employment background check, physical, and drug screening.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.
• Able to sit or stand for up to twelve hours per day; wear police uniform, duty belt, ballistic vest, and any other protective equipment/uniforms; operate police vehicles, affect physical arrest, as necessary.
• Willingness to conduct and/or cover patrol shifts, as necessary.
• Ability to react calmly in stressful situations and give oral and written instructions; analyze situations quickly and objectively; make sound decisions consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Proven track record working with other law enforcement agencies, courts, schools, etc.
• Experience working Domestic Violence and similar criminal cases preferred.
• Prior experience with HUBER Enterpol Report Management Software preferred.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co -workers, public officials, local, state, and federal authorities, civic leaders, and the community. Possess strong leadership skills to effectively manage, develop, and maintain positive staff morale through coaching and mentoring.
• Manage the technical aspects of various police activities; plan, manage and delegate a variety of work activities; and motivate departmental employees.
• Ability to analyze complex data to guide department operations.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans.
• Ability to develop and implement department policies and procedures utilizing best -practices for law enforcement.
• Possess a collaborative leadership style that thrives in a team environment.
• Embrace creative ideas and encourage innovative thinking.
• Knowledge and a willingness to assist in preparation of annual budgets, grant applications, presentations, reports, etc.
• Value and successfully maintain regional and inter -agency cooperation and partnerships.

Examples of Duties / Essential Job Functions

• Fosters strong healthy relationships with the public, other local emergency responders and other City Departments.
• Professionally interacts and communicates both verbally and in writing regarding all police matters to merit the respect, trust, and confidence of elected and appointed officials, employees, and the public.
• Prepares and presents oral and written reports; coordinates communication efforts with the public; consults with City officials to determine operation objectives.
• Participates in public functions; maintains criminal and operational records to ensure communication links between the department and other governmental areas are open.
• Supervise department staff and supervisors, ensure proper protocol and procedures are being followed in alignment with CJIS, MULES, Attorney General’s Office and other governing bodies regarding reporting and sensitive information. Ensures accurate and timely compliance with reporting on all state and federal regulations and filings, including periodic crime reports.
• Plans and implements law enforcement and code enforcement programs for the City in order to better carry out the policies and goals of the Board of Aldermen; reviews department performance and effectiveness and formulates programs or policies to alleviate deficiencies.
• Oversees professional standards, policies and procedure and development of long -and short-term goals for the departments and divisions.
• Ensures all actions of the Department are in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Assist in developing, managing, and monitoring all aspects of the Police Department budget, administers Department’s budget to ensure financial resources to maintain law and order within the City of Holts Summit.
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