Police Full Time, Police Chief, Woods Cross UT
Job Description
Woods Cross City is hiring for the position of full-time Police Chief for the Woods Cross Police Department.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Graduation from an accredited college with a bachelor’s degree in police science, criminology, business administration or related field.
- Ten years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience in municipal government, with 2 years of that experience in a command level supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Essential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement principles and procedures, techniques and equipment; federal, state, county and city laws and ordinances; principles of law enforcement administration; principles of supervision, interpersonal communication skills and public relations; budgetary practices and procedures and fiscal management; legal liabilities associated with arrest and law enforcement; court room procedures and laws of evidence; local geography, road systems, and boundaries; investigative procedures and practices; the incident command structure, emergency management; legal and political environment associated with police administration.
- Skill in the proper use of firearms and familiar with the operation of other special police equipment; operating computers, office equipment, and functional use of Microsoft Office programs and related software; diplomacy, negotiations, and problem solving; the management of sensitive law enforcement issues and interdepartmental conflicts.
- Ability to supervise and coordinate the activities of a complex law enforcement organization; exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations, and in making decisions in emergency situations; assure compliance with and following safety practices and procedures common to law enforcement work, workers compensation, risk management, and fair labor standards laws; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials, other law enforcement agencies, service and community organizations, private businesses, media, and the public.
Special Qualifications
- Must possess a valid Utah driver’s license. Must be P.O.S.T. certified and must maintain law enforcement certification
by completing annual training requirements.
Benefits
- This position is eligible for benefits and Woods Cross City offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, life and short/long term disability insurance.
- The City participates in Utah Retirement System (URS).
- Other benefits include sick and vacation leave, holiday pay, and City provided vehicle and cell phone.
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How to Apply
Applicants must submit a resume’ and a completed Woods Cross City job application form HERE. These materials will be accepted online at jsims@woodscross.com. Applications may also be submitted by mail or in person at the Woods Cross City offices at 1555 South 800 West Woods Cross, UT 84087.
The position will remain open until filled with the initial review of applications on October 26, 2023. Any inquires can be directed to Jessica Sims, Assistant City Administrator at jsims@woodscross.com or at 801-677-1015.
All applications will be evaluated and ranked on the basis of relevant education and experience in relationship to the job duties as listed in the job description. Highest ranked applicants may be invited for a personal interview.
Woods Cross City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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