Employment Bulletin

The Town of New Canaan, Connecticut, population 20,000, is seeking experienced candidates for the position of Chief of Police. The Chief of Police is appointed by a three member Police Commission and commands a staff of 45 sworn officers and 5 civilian support staff. The current police department budget is $5.5 million. Candidates must possess unquestioned integrity, a thorough knowledge of police administration, and proven management and leadership skills. Minimum requirements include 15 years police experience, including no less than 7 years of supervisory/command experience. The candidate must have attained at least the rank of lieutenant. A Bachelor’s degree is required with a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field and graduation from the FBI National Academy preferred. Starting salary is $125,000. Benefits include a 401a/457 retirement package. Applicants must send 6 copies of their résumé to BadgeQuest, Inc., 45 Sullivan Road, West Yarmouth, MA 02673. Résumés must be received no later than June 14, 2013 to be considered. The successful candidate must meet all standards established by the Connecticut P.O.S.T. Council.

The Police Captain reports to the Police Chief who oversees all police services for the City and the regional 9-1-1 center. The Police Department employs about 190 sworn police officers and 120 civilian employees who provide a variety of police services.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Police Captain’s position will be able to lead a major operational or administrative division for a modern, progressive police department, instilling trust in the services in the community, developing and implementing plans to achieve the mission and vision of the department, and inspiring employees to do their best. As a member of the Police Department’s management team, the Captain will be part of a collaborative team working with the Chief to provide leadership and management of Department-wide issues and supporting the goals and directions for the department from the City Manager and the City’s elected leadership.

The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics and abilities:

• Model the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.
• Display a commitment and understanding of the concepts of intelligence led policing.
• Make sound and well informed decisions affecting multiple stakeholders.
• Develop objectives intended to support the department's mission and achieve them.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of cross-cultural audiences.
• Establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups.
• Identify issues, analyze problems, and work collaboratively with staff and the community to solve them.
• Be an accessible manager who is supportive of professional development, retention, and diversity and who has an understanding of and appreciation for positive, productive labor relations.
• Be aware of trends in the policing field and innovative in the design, delivery, and funding of services.
• Develop and maintain relationships with other agencies and provide leadership in bringing intergovernmental and community partners together to enhance service.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $86,361 - $107,660.

Upon eligibility, the City will contribute an employee contribution of 6%, as well as the employer contribution, to a retirement program administered by the Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). In addition, the City will pay a 2% contribution to a deferred compensation program if the employee contributes at least 1%.

The competitive benefit package includes:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Life and Long-term Disability insurances

• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave

• Ten Paid Holidays

The City will assist the candidate with moving and relocation expenses.

Application and Selection Process

Candidates may apply on-line for the position by 5:00 p.m. June 7, 2013 at www.eugene-or.gov/jobs

Each candidate’s background will be evaluated on the basis of information submitted at the time of application to determine the level and scope of the candidate’s preparation for the position. Only the more qualified candidates, as determined by the screening process, will be invited to participate in the selection process.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must have eight years of progressively responsible police experience, including two years of managerial experience and a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, business or public administration or a closely related field. (Additional responsible, relevant experience may be substituted for the degree on a year-to-year basis.)

Note: Oregon DPSST Certification is required. Certified Police Officers from other states are able to transfer equivalent training credits and certification. Typically, a POST or comparable certification from another state plus attendance and successful completion of a 3-week Oregon Career Officers Development class (made available by the employer) will accomplish Oregon certification.

Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain management certification issued by DPSST. Visit the DPSST site for additional information on the management level certification.

Questions and inquiries may be directed to:

Becky DeWitt, Recruitment & Selection Manager

940 Willamette St Ste 200

Eugene, OR 97401

Telephone;: (541) 682-5629

E-mail: Becky.L.DeWitt@ci.eugene.or.us

More general information about the Eugene Police Department and the City of Eugene is available on our website at: www.eugene-or.gov

The City of Eugene is committed to a work environment which values the cultural, educational, and life experience of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally competent service to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, the City continues to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting Becky DeWitt at (541) 682-5629.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.

The San Jose Police Department is now hiring police officer recruits, laterals and direct entries.  If interested visit our website at www.joinsjpdblue.com or contact a recruiter at 408-277-4951.  The application deadline is July 31, 2013.