Salary : $116,126.40 - $137,779.20 AnnuallyLocation : Shakopee, MNJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 00488Department: Police DepartmentDivision: SergeantsOpening Date: 12/07/2024Closing Date: 12/17/2024 11:59 PM CentralSummaryDirects patrol and investigative activities during assigned shifts, supervises activity and personnel in an assigned Division, and takes responsibility for all department functions in absence of a superior officer in order to protect lives and property, prevent and detect crime, investigate crime for successful prosecution, provide emergency services, enforce laws and ordinances and maintain public order.Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Serves as a team supervisor, assuming command at police incidents and providing assistance to subordinates as necessary.
- Supervises, schedules, assigns, instructs, and evaluates subordinates to ensure adherence to federal, state and local laws as well as applicable department policies and procedures.
- Reviews reports and major incidents from preceding shifts for accuracy and completeness, briefs subordinate personnel, assigns work and work areas.
- Reviews the work performance of subordinates on a continuous basis, conducts formal performance evaluations on assigned personnel and assists in the development of subordinates.
- Conducts periodic appearance and equipment inspections of assigned personnel in accordance with department directives.
- Accepts, documents and processes citizen complaints regarding officers' conduct or department procedures in accordance with agency directives.
- Promotes a positive department relationship with the community; participates in crime prevention and youth relations activities as required.
- Faces threatening situations and is prepared to use deadly force when justified.
- Responds, on or off duty, to police and medical emergencies as directed, providing assistance as needed.
- Stays current with developments in the field of law enforcement and changes in related laws and ordinances.
- Enforces adopted personnel policies and other HR directives as they relate to assigned staff. Participates in recruitment and hiring processes and resolves personnel issues and concerns in consultation with supervisor.
SUPERVISION
- Supervises Police Officers.
Qualifications Minimum QualificationsValid license from the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training and a valid driver's license. Ability to pass a comprehensive background check; covering criminal, financial, educational, employment and personal history. Two-years of experience as a police officer with the Shakopee Police Department. Must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or attain one within five years of appointment. Desirable QualificationsMaster's Degree from an accredited college or university. Specialized training in police management. Fluency in a second language, in addition to English, that has a recognized presence in the community (Spanish, Russian, Hmong, etc.). Additional Information All candidates must attach a current resume to their application. After application review, qualifying candidates will be assessed on: two oral panel interviews (50%) and supervisor profile (50%).The City's benefit package includes medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; as well as paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. A defined benefit pension benefit is provided through the statewide Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA).01 Are you POST licensed and have a minimum of two years experience with the Shakopee Police Department?
02 Do you have a BA or BS degree in law enforcement (or similar field), or able to obtain one within 5 years?
03 Please explain why you are the best candidate for this position. Required Question