Police Commander- Gilbert (AZ) Police Department

Company: Police Executive Research Forum
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

Town of GilbertSALARY: $132,738.45 - $199,107.68 AnnuallyLOCATION: Police Department, AZJOB TYPE: Full TimeJOB NUMBER: 25-0067DEPARTMENT: POLICE DEPARTMENTOPENING DATE: 09/04/2024CLOSING DATE: 9/23/2024 11:59 PM ArizonaWe Are SeekingTeam Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Police Commander. This position is responsible for managing all activities of a specific division within the Police Department in order to preserve public peace, to protect lives, property and rights of the public, and to enforce statutory laws and municipal ordinances.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, supervising and reviewing the activities of all personnel assigned to a division.
• Providing effective leadership, coaching and mentorship to division (or department) personnel in support of employee development.
• Providing skilled and effective communications verbally and in writing that embodies professionalism, clarity, empathy and respect.
• Development of executive-level presentations and business cases for assigned strategic goals and initiatives.
• Development of comprehensive goals and objectives and is responsible for their implementation and results achieved.
• Directing or personally investigating citizen complaints regarding Police personnel conduct and services.
• Adjudicating complaints against Department members to include issuance of discipline where appropriate.
• Participate in the determination and formulation of Department policies.
• Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to, federal and state laws are fairly enforced, and constitutional guarantees are protected.
• Assist in coordinating, preparing and administering the budget for the Police Department.About YouYou are someone who is a strong and effective communicator who understands the importance of tailoring your leadership style to the unique needs of your team and your community. You have a track record that demonstrates this key leadership ability. You consistently and effectively exceed customer and employee needs by building productive relationships, and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes and you hold yourself accountable as a team leader.Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public or business administration, or related field.
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible supervisory/management experience in a police department or law enforcement agency, including a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Police Lieutenant or equivalent.
• Must possess an Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) certification or obtain AZPOST waiver within mutually agreed upon timeframe.
• Advanced training/graduation from a recognized executive leadership command school or institute preferred.This is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt - ineligible for overtime compensation.We Are Team GilbertGilbert is on a mission to be the City of the Future. We choose to "Anticipate. Create. Help people." With over 100 years of history and growth, our focus is on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future. Gilbert has been named the Most Prosperous City in the Country, Best Place to Live, Work and Play, Arizona's Most Admired Companies to Work For, and more.In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement and more.Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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