Chief of Police -Nome Police Department

The City of Nome is currently recruiting for the Chief of Police position at the Nome Police Department. This position is Exempt, and reports to the City Manager. Salary is DOE-Depending on Experience.

Interested applicants should provide the following to City of Nome Human Resources:
1. City of Nome Employment Application 
2. Detailed interest Letter outlining qualifications  
3. List of (5) Five professional references 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

While the chief of police may determine it prudent to delegate some functions as a result of time management or for department efficiency, these functions are the essential responsibilities of the chief of police, who maintains ultimate responsibility for each item:

Manages, plans, coordinates, supervises and evaluates police department operations on the basis of sound management practices and procedures.

Administers City code, policies and directions, consistent with federal law and state statute, and best business practices to provide effective police services to the community.

Develops and maintains policies and procedures for the department in order to implement directives and police department-related community initiatives as may come from the Common Council and/or City Manager.

Plans and implements a law enforcement program for the City in order to better carry out the policies and goals of City Management and Council; reviews department performance and effectiveness and formulates programs, policies or tactics to alleviate deficiencies.

Maintains custody and control of department property, and the issuance/use of same.

Supervises and coordinates the preparation of an annual budget; provides control of departmental expenditures throughout the year; plans for and reviews specifications for new or replacement equipment to ensure conformance to standards.  Analyzes and recommends improvements to equipment and facilities as needed.

Provides assistance to the City Manager as required and participates with fellow department heads as part of the management team.

Ensures laws and ordinances are enforced uniformly and the public peace and safety is maintained.

Reviews requests for information and supervises the release of police records.  Responds to police correspondence.  Prepares news releases and serves as the department’s Public Information Officer (PIO), in coordination with the City Manager.

Develops, implements, reviews or revises the department’s Operations Procedures Manual (OPM), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) for the department.  Reviews contents of written orders to ensure adherence to legal requirements.

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (four year college or technical school) in a criminal justice/police science related field, or an Associate’s degree (two year college or technical school) in a criminal justice/police science related field and successful completion of the FBI National Academy or its equivalent.  Waiver of degree will be considered for applicants with past employment exceeding the minimum experience requirements.

Minimum of ten years as a certified police officer and at least seven years law enforcement experience in a managerial and supervisory capacity, with progressively more responsible positions demonstrated and at least three years of satisfactory experience with a rank of Lieutenant (or agency-equivalent senior leadership position) or higher.  Must have current Advanced Police Officer Certification issued by the Alaska Police Standards Council or equivalent, or be eligible for Alaska advanced certification within 12 months of appointment.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Extensive knowledge of public safety administration, planning and police issues.  Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques and equipment; considerable knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances and department rules and regulations.  Skill in the use of tools and equipment common to law enforcement practice.  Ability to evaluate, train and supervise subordinate personnel; ability to perform work requiring good physical condition; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers and supervisors; ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making quick decisions; ability to give verbal and written instructions.