Police Chief

• Resume
• College Transcript(s)
• Copy of TCOLE or current licensing agency's training records.
• Three (3) letters of recommendation

• Develops and implements policies and procedures for department activities and operations.
• Enforces and maintains compliance with all codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations.
• Enforces observance for all staff of high ethical standards in conduct and performance.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff, handling employee concerns and problems, assigning work, and recommending disciplinary and other personnel actions.
• Responsible for overseeing police department personnel selection, training, and development.
• Responsible for scheduling all Police personnel duties including shifts, training, and court appearances.
• Responsible for all department operations including planning, administration, and coordination of all activities for the agency.
• Identifies and develops short-term and long-term planning for department staffing and needs.
• Researches and recommends the type of equipment, supplies, services and/or contracts the department should engage. Prepares bid specifications for equipment and projects.
• Receives complaints and investigates, or assigns someone to investigate, employee matters and ensures adequate resolution.
• May be called upon to direct operations at major occurrences involving automobile accidents, misdemeanors and felonies; may supervise and participate in general police officer duties.
• Advises and assists staff in non-routine investigations.
• Defines and monitors staff performance, productivity, and compliance with departmental mission, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to ensure all work meets the required expectations.
• Establishes short and long-term goals for department operations and leads organizational and process improvement by producing, gathering, and analyzing data.
• Receives and/or prepares various reports, forms, invoices, correspondence, and other documentation as needed for organizational efficiency and maintains files and logs.
• Reviews all departmental expenditures for accuracy and justification
• Prepares the department's annual budget in coordination with the City Manager and Finance Director.
• Cooperates with County, State and Federal Officers in apprehension and detention of wanted persons; cooperates with other agencies involving police department activities.
• Responds to questions, complaints and requests for information/assistance by telephone or in person from the general public, news media, court personnel, employees, officials or other people. Maintains positive public relations with new media and civic groups; interacts with media on police related matters, special activities, public education, crime prevention etc.
• Represents the City's best interests related to the Police Department when speaking to citizen groups and/or other interested groups.
• Maintains communication between the department and other governmental areas.
• Answers citizen inquiries and resolves problems and complaints regarding the Police Department.
• Attends City Council meetings and takes necessary action regarding Council agenda items.
• Takes steps to improve police operations; plans/supervises enforcement of regulations.
• Plan and supervise crime prevention and detection programs.
• Regular and punctual attendance is required.
• Must demonstrate high ethical conduct and integrity at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and enforce applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply City personnel policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Texas Police Chief's Best Practices Accreditation program and ability to achieve and maintain the designation.
• Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of the Police Department.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of crime prevention, law enforcement, traffic control, and patrol services.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of organizational development and administration.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of financial reporting.
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Ability to develop, plan, and administer organizational and department goals and objectives.
• Ability to strategically plan department initiatives and programs to meet organizational goals.
• Ability to effectively manage resources to successfully respond to crisis and critical incidents.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to manage and direct a comprehensive law enforcement and prevention program.
• Ability to analyze data and information; draw conclusions; propose responsive actions.
• Ability to identify and address sensitive community and organizational concerns and needs.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
• Ability to train, develop, and promote professional growth of department personnel.
• Ability to delegate authority and responsibility.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
• Ability to administer large and complex budgets.
• Ability to use office equipment including computers/laptops, tablets, copiers, and phones.
• Ability to use various software programs, including Microsoft Office and applications applicable to the duties of the position for reporting, data collection, and other programs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when sharing job-related information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in all interactions for work duties.
• Ability to safely operate department vehicles and equipment both administratively and tactically.
• Ability to use the City of Burnet Police Department protective and specialty equipment including guns, bulletproof vests, radios, batons, tasers, duty belt and other related or necessary items.
• Ability to make arrests and conduct investigations within the applicable laws while protecting the constitutional rights of everyone involved
• Ability to maintain a positive working environment for the department.
• Ability to effectively and professionally present to City Council and the public.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Business Management, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• 10 years of Law Enforcement experience with a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities and satisfies state statutes may be substituted for the requirements above.
• Must be licensed by and meet all Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and local ordinance requirements.
• Must hold a Master Peace Officer Certificate issued by TCOLE or out of state equivalent. Must be able to obtain the TCOLE certification within one year of hire date.
• Have and maintain a valid Texas Class C or higher driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Must maintain qualification in firearms, first aid, and maintain a working knowledge of the current laws and department issued policies, procedures and rules.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and drug screen prior to employment.

City of Burnet, Texas