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POLICE CAPTAIN

Revised: 3/27/2024

POSITION DETAILS

Position Title: Police Captain

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Salary Grade: 17

Reports To: Chief of Police

Cell Phone Stipend: ? Eligible ? Ineligible

Supervisory Functions

? Full-Time Employees ? Seasonal Employees

? Part-Time Employees ? Volunteers

? Temporary Employees ? No Supervisory Functions

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Chief of Police, plan, organize, control, and direct the activities of an

assigned division of the Police Department. May serve as the Acting Chief in the absence of the

Chief of Police.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform

these essential functions.

Plan, organize, control, and direct the activities of an assigned division, such as

operations services or campus

Participate in the development and implementation of departmental policies and

programs

Conduct current and long-range planning studies relative to assigned division operations

Direct specialized programs such as community relations and specialized division and

unit activities

May assist with receipt and storage of police records and proper storage and efficient

retrieval of evidence and property

Conduct regular audits of assigned divisions to evaluate the effectiveness of operations;

analyze methods and recommend and implement changes as necessary

Direct, evaluate and motivate assigned personnel and take such personnel actions as

may be necessary to maintain qualified, productive staff at levels consistent with the

Citys personnel policies and procedures

Participate in complaint investigations.

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Provide for proper training and equipping of assigned personnel

Conduct research and prepare periodic special reports; perform special projects as

assigned

Communicate and coordinate with citizens and other City personnel, other law

enforcement agencies, and community organizations to explain policies, resolve

inquiries, and provide resource and referral information

Implement goals and objectives established by the City Council and ensure compliance

with established City policies and procedures

Assist in the administration of personnel policies, rules, and regulations. Assist in

developing and monitoring the Department budget; may be directed to approve and

monitor expenditures in accordance with Department and City policy

Assist and make recommendations in hiring, promoting, and terminating division

employees

Represent the department with community groups, public bodies, and other agencies,

explaining programs, policies, and procedures; represent the Department to the news

media as necessary

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or GED

Bachelors Degree in law enforcement, public administration, or equivalent

Six years progressive supervisory/leadership experience in law enforcement; two years

experience at sergeant level position; and a total of eight years minimum law

enforcement experience; or equivalent

Idaho Peace Officer Certification or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Valid Drivers License

Advanced POST Certification

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

o Municipal police administration

o Principles and practices of supervision and training

o Principles, practices and procedures used in police work

o State, County and City laws and ordinances

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o Operations of specialized law enforcement equipment and vehicles

o Police Department organization, policies, rules and regulations

o Modern methods of community policing, criminal investigation, and support

services

o Rules of search and seizure and laws of arrest

o Crime scene preservation and processing

o Legal definitions and terminology of major crimes

o Recent legislation and court decisions affecting police work

o Requirements for effective prosecution of criminal cases

o Budget preparation and control

o Microsoft Suite

o Spillman

o WatchGuard

Oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

Ability to:

o Work well un