DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administers law enforcement activities for an assigned bureau as a commander. Plans daily operations, assigns and directs personnel, and conducts employee performance evaluations to ensure compliance with law enforcement standards.
- Demonstrates effective leadership by planning, analyzing, and observing subordinate performance to ensure professional abilities are utilized and maintained to meet operational goals. Meets regularly with division or section supervisors to identify, discuss, and resolve operational issues.
- Analyzes new laws, methods, and technological advancements in crime detection and law enforcement to improve departmental effectiveness.
- Prepares news releases to communicate departmental achievements and recognize the performance of personnel.
*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Twelve (12) years of related work experience in law enforcement, including time at the rank of Captain.
- Eight (8) years of management experience.
*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE
The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:- Successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
- Comply with all safety guidelines of the County.
- Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of employment and maintain it while in this position.
- Complete all FEMA training(s) required for the position.
- Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.
- If promoted to Captain, serve a thirty (30) day trial period during which the individual may request, or the County may determine, a return to the former classification/rank without the right to appeal.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Most duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
- Some duties require working outdoors, with exposure to natural weather conditions.
- May be exposed to intermittent noise and vibrations, especially while in a squad car.
- May be exposed to various fumes, odors, and gases while performing essential duties.
- Indoor surfaces are even and may be carpeted or tiled.
- Indoor environments are typically dry and may involve stairs.
- Outdoor surfaces may be even or uneven, wet or dry.
- Outdoor duties may involve stairs or ladders and may occur on inclines or hills.
- Outdoor surfaces may include natural ground, asphalt, or concrete.
- Duties may be performed independently or as part of a select team.
- Work hazards include a high stress environment, operating vehicles at potentially high speeds, and risk of bodily harm or death while performing certain duties.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
- Equipment typically used in the performance of office duties includes telephone, computer, printer, and copy machine.
- Patrol duties involve use of a law enforcement vehicle, two-way radio, uniform and badge, body armor, duty belt, firearm, baton, traffic vest, flashlight, helmet or riot shield, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flares, gloves, and CPR mouthpiece.
- Administrative materials include various forms, reports, writing utensils, and standard office supplies.