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Deputy Police Chief

City of Belton, Missouri
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Department: Police 

Reports To: Police Chief

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Effective Date: 01/2025

 

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The position of Deputy Police Chief serves as the second in command of the police department reporting to the Police Chief. The Deputy Police Chief serves as Acting Police Chief/Designee in his/her absence. The Deputy Police Chief is responsible for managing the daily operation of the Belton Police Department through the development, coordination, direction, and administration of operational activities pertaining to all functions of law enforcement including but not limited to the Patrol Division, Criminal Investigations Division, Administration Division including Municipal Jail and Animal Control Unit. This position is also responsible for performing all essential functions, and possessing the knowledge, skills and abilities required of a Police Lieutenant.

 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the individual in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned.

  • Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work of assigned staff; assign tasks and coordinates schedules, projects, and programs; provide constructive feedback; reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.
  • Coach, train and motivate staff; coordinate and/or provide staff training; and manage employee relations; manages the workflow and prioritization of projects and measures the performance of the department   and all related staff and takes appropriate corrective action when necessary; provides advice and counsel to staff; develops developmental work plans for staff; implements corrective actions, discipline and termination procedures as appropriate/necessary.
  • Direct and oversee the activities of the department; plans, implements, and reviews short and long-range goals; researches, assesses and meets current and future community law enforcement needs through workforce deployment, equipment use, and   community relations programs; plans, develops, directs administrative functions including planning, personnel administration, equipment purchasing, and the allocation of resources; maintains policies and procedures for the administration of the department; monitors implementation of departmental rules and regulations; updates departmental guidelines according to federal, state, or local legislation; and analyzes regulatory compliance where appropriate.
  • Establish operational standards for the department; consults with the City Manager, City Council, Mayor, and department heads on problems relating to all functions and operations of law enforcement, animal control, jail operations, and all other related services.
  • Attend City Council meetings to discuss and/or provide information to the Council; directs and participates in police training programs; and represents the Police Department in all significant public relations matters; prepares reports and makes oral presentations for the City Council, Mayor, and City Manager as requested; and develops recommendations for the protection of life and property in the City.
  • Direct and manage law enforcement activities and investigations. Ensure proper enforcement of all applicable codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations (both traffic and criminal) to protect life and property, prevent crime, and promote security.
  • Create/maintain positive public relations with the public and represent the City at various functions and other meetings; attends city ceremonies, dedications, and other events; makes speeches or presentations to schools, civic groups, and community organizations; provides education and information to the public on laws, law enforcement, crime prevention, drug abuse, and related issues.
  • Oversee, direct, assign, or conduct criminal investigations; provide consultation and professional or technical expertise on major investigations, as needed.
  • Respond to complaints and questions related to law enforcement issues and activities; mediates disputes; provides information, research problems, and initiates problem resolution. 
  • Write reports on departmental activities and supervise others in the preparation of reports for the City Manager and Council; analyzes departmental data and compares with national trends; evaluates against department goals or established standards.
  • Receives/Reviews a variety of reports and data including, but not limited to, budget documents, accounts payable documentation, human resource/personnel action forms, contracts, proposals, grant information, agreements, crime laboratory reports, law enforcement related information, communications reports, including Cass County 9-1-1 (PSAP), and more; evaluates the department needs and makes recommendations for the purchase of new equipment; and reviews industry journals, reports, best practices for current events, trends, or issues that may impact the department or the City.
  • Prepare annual budgets and control expenditures for the department; forecasts need; identifies shortfalls; and plans/determine more efficient methods.
  • Attends, conducts, or participates in meetings serving as a representative of the city; and attends conferences, seminars, and association activities to keep abreast of developments in the field.
  • Support the relationship between the City of Belton and the constituent population by providing excellent customer service; promotes the City goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records and City information; and performs related duties as required or assigned.
  • Communicate with city administration and officials, officers, employees, other departments, dispatchers, law enforcement agencies, fire personnel, emergency/medical personnel, court officials, attorneys, victims, complainants, prisoners, suspects, the media, the public, civic groups, vendors, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to obtain information, coordinate activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice/direction.  
  • Ensure that job duties are completed in strict adherence to established safe work practices. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

  • Ability to synthesize, hypothesize, and/or theorize concerning data involving modification of existing policies, strategies and/or methods to meet unique or unusual conditions. Requires the ability to do so within the context of existing organizational theories and management principles.
  • Proficiency of utilizing personal computer software programs and other relevant software affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing associated work product (reports and spreadsheets).
  • Requires the ability to function in a director’s capacity for a major organizational unit requiring significant internal and external interaction by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the public.
  • Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving broader aspects of organizational programs and operations, moderately unstable situations, or the direction, control and planning of an entire program or set of programs.
  • Ability to apply principles of logical or synthesis functions; to deal with several concrete and abstract variables; and to analyze major problems that require complex planning for interrelated activities that can span one or several work units.
  • Understanding community and social conditions to determine needs.
  • Maintaining discipline and respect of employees and to lead and command a sworn and civilian multidisciplinary staff in law enforcement and crime prevention activities.
  • Leading and commanding effectively in emergency situations.
  • Performing high-level negotiations and effectively partnering with other departments and groups.
  • Delegating authority and responsibility.
  • Conceptualizing, influencing, developing, and administering goals, objectives, guidelines, and procedures for the Police Department.
  • Analyzing and reviewing budgetary information to determine the impact on the Department and the City.
  • Managing large, complex projects and making decisions in fast-paced, difficult environments.
  • Preparing and analyzing complex data and comprehensive reports.
  • Making effective presentations and speaking effectively during public relations and media appearances.
  • Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
  • Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
  • Applying advanced project management techniques and principles.
  • Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
  • Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.
  • Principles, practices, and procedure of police science and modern police administration, organization, and operation.
  • Use of police records and their application to the solution of police problems.
  • Structure, organize and develop inter-departmental relationships of city departments, agencies, and related governmental agencies and offices affecting assigned functions.
  • Advanced principles and practices of program development and administration.
  • Advanced principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration.
  • Strategic policy management principles and practices.
  • Negotiation principles and practices.
  • Effective communication principles and practices to include public relations and public speaking.
  • Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
  • Advanced project management techniques.
  • English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
  • Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Education and Experience:

  • Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s or Graduate Degree preferred) in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Justice Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Ability to obtain or possess Missouri POST Certification.
  • Graduated a law enforcement management course preferred, such as FBI National Academy, Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command, MOPCA Command College, or Southern Police Institute, etc.
  • Four (4) years (six (6) years preferred) of supervisory/management experience in career law enforcement work that includes increasing responsibility for a variety of police functions including but not limited to major command responsibilities, patrol, criminal investigations, internal affairs, budgeting and other law enforcement functions. Possession of valid state Driver’s License. 
  • Must reside within a 25-minute drive of the Belton Police Station assuming travel within the legal speed limit in normal driving conditions. 

Physical Requirements:

  • Work is performed in a standard office environment. 
  • Occasionally required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Occasionally exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and infectious disease when responding to incidents, conducting investigations, and working around law enforcement emergencies.