The City of Oberlin is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

The City of Oberlin is accepting applications for the Police Chief of the Oberlin Police Department. The Police Chief is responsible for the overall protection of lives and property in Oberlin through the supervision of all police functions. The Police Chief administers all internal and external activities of the police department, and the implementing and enforcing of applicable City, State and Federal laws. The Police Chief is responsible for continuous assessing and training for the department in such topics as implicit bias, community policing and other progressive police techniques. The Police Chief must utilize sound professional judgement and demonstrate a high degree of honesty, integrity, a strong sense of fairness and relationship building skills, and a concern for citizens.

The Police Chief shall be committed to the mission, vision and values of the City and demonstrate ethical conduct, community stewardship, individual initiative and responsive service. The Police Chief shall demonstrate effective performance through clear, concise communication; collaboration; proper allocation and utilization of resources; sound decision-making; personal accountability; and responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications: Must possess Ohio State Police Academy certification. Requires minimum of (10) years’ experience as a police officer, including at least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in supervision and management at the sergeant rank or higher. Requires a Bachelor's degree in law enforcement, police administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the skills and abilities necessary to perform the job. Additional specialized advanced training, such as CLEE, PELC, and/or the FBI National Academy, is highly desirable.

Prefer experience with multi-racial, multi-cultural urban communities and college environments. Demonstrated experience in shaping police services that provide equal treatment and protection, and sensitivity to all sectors of a community Strong oral, written, public presentation and interpersonal skills required. The successful applicant must pass a background investigation, medical, psychological and drug screening, CVSA or polygraph, and be a US citizen. Starting Salary Range: $85,000 – $100,000/Year D.O.Q

Applications and full job description are available at www.cityofoberlin.com and at Oberlin City Hall (85 South Main Street, Oberlin, Ohio 44074). Please include a cover letter and résumé with your completed application.

Application & subsequent materials may be returned via email to: rwatson@cityofoberlin.com

Or mailed to: City of Oberlin Human Resources Department

85 South Main Street Oberlin, Ohio 44074

CLOSING DATE: Monday, June 5, 2017 at 4:30 p.m.

POLICE CHIEF

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY OBERLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT

City of Oberlin Job Description – Police Chief April 2015 Page 1 of 5

CITY OF OBERLIN JOB DESCRIPTION POLICE CHIEF

Title: Police Chief Department: Police Positions Supervisor: City Manager Supervised: Police Lieutenants, Administrative Coordinator, All Police Personnel Civil Service Status: Unclassified Exemption Category: Administrative FLSA Status: Exempt Pay Grade: 7 Bargaining Schedule: Regular business hours, Unit: N/A some evenings and weekend hours, as needed.

This description is meant to represent a body of work typically performed in this position but does not necessarily represent all the duties which may be assigned to the incumbent in the position. The incumbent is responsible for

performing miscellaneous duties as needed or assigned. General Statement of Duties: To plan, direct, and review the activities and operations of the Police Department. The Police Chief is responsible for the overall protection of lives and property in Oberlin through the supervision of all police functions. Administers all internal and external activities of the police department, and implementing and enforcing applicable City, State and Federal laws. Must exercise considerable independent judgment performing professional law enforcement, crime prevention and community services. Coordinates assigned activities with the City Manager, Fire Chief, and other City departments and outside agencies and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager. Works cooperatively with Oberlin College security force, staff and students in a dynamic college town setting. Must lead by example demonstrating a high degree of honesty, integrity, and a strong sense of fairness. Committed to excellent service and concern for citizens. The Police Chief shall function with a high degree of independence. He/she shall utilize sound professional judgment, demonstrate planning and organizational skills to establish and manage priorities, programs and staff for his/her functional area. The Police Chief shall be committed to the mission, vision and values of the City and demonstrate ethical conduct, community stewardship, individual initiative and responsive service. The Police Chief shall demonstrate effective performance through clear, concise communication; collaboration; proper allocation and utilization of resources; sound decision-making; personal accountability; and responsibility. The job description is intended merely to illustrate the duties that may be assigned to persons assigned this title. It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties that may be required of persons holding a position assigned this title or to limit the nature and extent of assignments a person may be given.

City of Oberlin Job Description – Police Chief April 2015 Page 2 of 5

Minimum Qualifications: Demonstrated, comprehensive working knowledge of current operational principles and practices of modern police administration. Must possess Ohio State Police Academy certification. Requires minimum often (10) years experience as a police officer, including at least five (5) years progressively responsible experience in supervision and management at the sergeant rank or higher. Requires a Bachelor's degree in law enforcement, police administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the skills and abilities necessary to perform the job. Additional specialized advanced training, such as the FBI National Academy, is highly desirable. Prefer experience with multi-racial, multi-cultural urban communities and modern components of urban crime, such as illicit drug trade and gang behavior. Ability to be patient and firm in managing the department, services to the public and community disputes; not reluctant to make decisions. Demonstrated experience in shaping police services that provide equal treatment and protection, and sensitivity to all sectors of a community regardless of culture, race or appearance. Willingness to pursue additional racial and gender diversity to produce a more representative department. Strong oral, written, public presentation and interpersonal skills required. The successful applicant must pass a background investigation, medical, psychological and drug screening, CVSA or polygraph, and be a US citizen. An individual who poses a direct threat to himself/herself or others in the workplace will be deemed not qualified for this position. Supervision Received Works under the supervision of the City Manager. Supervision Exercised: Supervises all full- and part-time departmental personnel, including employees in the position of lieutenant, sergeant, patrol officer, auxiliary officer, dispatcher, administrative assistant/coordinator, clerical, as well as civilian volunteers, including Explorer Post. Primary Job Duties: (Essential functions are identified by an “*”; percentages indicated estimated amount of time spent on each duty area and may include ranges to accommodate variations in assignments) Administrative (80%)

• Directs the planning, organization and coordination of crime prevention and law enforcement activities including patrol, traffic, investigations, juvenile, records, identification, clerical and other activities of the police department.*

• Develops and implements overall departmental policies and standards of operations, programs, procedures and regulations.*

• Responsible for preparing and presenting reports to the City Manager and City Council, including reviewing agenda material with the City Manager and attending City Council meetings, public hearings, and related proceedings to represent the Police Department on departmental activities, major developments, and crime and safety trends.*

• Coordinates Police Department programs, services, and administrative matters with the City Manager, including attending meetings with administrative staff and keeping the City Manager informed of key needs, issues, and support requirements.*

• Explore joint cooperative programming with neighboring jurisdictions, including shared resources and joint deployment of personnel and equipment as needed.*

• Ensure the equal treatment and protection of all citizens under the law and respect for all individuals coming in contact with a member of the police department.*

• Attends and participates in public functions with schools, churches, civic groups, outside agencies and others for the purpose of promoting crime prevention, law enforcement and establishing

City of Oberlin Job Description – Police Chief April 2015 Page 3 of 5

favorable public relations. Set a personal and departmental positive example for children and young adults.

• Directs the maintenance and care of the jail facilities; ensures appropriate treatment and the protection of the legal rights of detainees.

• Develops the annual budget for the department based on an analysis of projected needs and resources; monitors expenditures under the current budget.*

• Directs the maintenance and security of all records and materials associated with department, including evidence collected for criminal investigations.*

• Works closely with Oberlin College Security Chief and security force to provide coordinated law enforcement and safety services to Oberlin College students both on and off campus.

• Maintains relationships with professional associations and other agencies, boards, commissions, committees and organizations to further departmental objectives.

• Administers and assists in the negotiation of formal agreements with police collective bargaining units. Processes grievances and other employee relations matters.*

• Administers community-oriented policing program, including neighborhood watch and problem solving, community relations and collaboration with non-police agencies.

• Monitors compliance with State Civil Service requirements, including advising the Civil Service Commission on police personnel matters within its jurisdiction and conferring with departmental staff and employees on personnel related issues.

• Works with outside agencies and other departments to explain and justify Police Department programs, policies, and activities and to negotiate and resolve sensitive issues.

Operations/Law Enforcement & Investigations (10%) • Responsible for enforcing all criminal and traffic laws of the City and State, including identifying,

apprehending and assisting in the successful prosecution of offenders. Frequent interaction with courts, judges and prosecutors.*

• Advises and assists subordinates in complex criminal or other investigations; assumes direct command of forces in emergency situations or major law enforcement operations.*

• Initiates internal investigations when appropriate and directs corrective action as needed.* • Assesses community crime prevention and traffic safety needs; investigates new methods,

technologies, laws and programs to improve current levels of service. • Develops and implements short and long-range goals for the department; establishes priorities for

the improvement of law enforcement services.*

Supervision (10%) • Responsible for continuous assessing and training of police officers and other personnel.* • Delegates work assignments, projects, and programs; monitors work flow; and reviews and

evaluates work products, methods, and procedures.* • Oversees establishment, planning, and supervision of the police training and staff evaluation

programs including supervising, scheduling, training, directing, counseling, disciplining and evaluating subordinates (ensuring consistency, quality and timeliness of the performance reviews for which they are responsible).*

• Assists with all major employment actions, including recruiting, hiring, transfer, evaluation, promotion, appointment, termination, discipline and recognition of personnel.*

• Diligently inquires into all complaints of employee misconduct in the performance of duty, directs investigations and administers or recommends to City Manager disciplinary measures to be taken in accordance with City personnel policies.*

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

City of Oberlin Job Description – Police Chief April 2015 Page 4 of 5

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Knowledge of Administration and Management: principles and processes involved in business and

organizational planning, coordination, and execution. This includes strategic planning, resource allocation, manpower modeling, leadership techniques, and production methods.

• Knowledge of Public Safety and Security: rules and regulations for the protection of people, data, and property, including the use of weapons and force.

• Knowledge of Law and Government: laws, penal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

• Knowledge of English Language: the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning of words and grammar.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations: maintain current knowledge.

• Ability to use oral expression to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand: oral expression.

• Ability to combine separate pieces of information or specific answers to problems to form general rules or conclusions. This includes coming up with a logical explanation for why a series of seemingly unrelated events occur together: inductive reasoning.

• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to come up with logical answers. This involves deciding if an answer makes sense or provides a logical explanation for why a series of seemingly unrelated events occur together: deductive reasoning.

• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand, including completing reports according to pre-set formats: written expression.

• Ability to use oral language, social perceptiveness, and reasoning skills simultaneously to conduct effective interviews.

• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong: problem sensitivity. • Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and

sentences: oral comprehension. • Ability to identify and understand the speech of another person: speech recognition. • Ability to pass a medical physical and psychological examination and drug screen.

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Current Ohio Peace Officers certification • LEADS certification; any and all State of Ohio required licenses and certifications • Valid Ohio driver's license

Work Environment: Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:

• Making observations • Reading and writing • Operating assigned equipment • Assessing the situation at an incident scene • Communicating with others

Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:

• Running, walking, crouching or crawling during emergency operations • Moving equipment and injured/deceased persons • Climbing stairs/ladders • Performing life-saving and rescue procedures

City of Oberlin Job Description – Police Chief April 2015 Page 5 of 5

Effectively deal with personal danger which may include exposure to: • Confined or high work places • Violent or hostile subjects • Dangerous animals • Extremely loud noises • Hazards of emergency driving • Hazards associated with traffic control and working in and near traffic • Natural and man-made disasters

Material and Equipment Used: Motor Vehicle Computer Protective and Safety Equipment Communications Equipment Firearms Office and Technology Equipment Work Situation Factors: Position requires competing demands; may require occasional work beyond normal b business hours. SAFETY SENSITIVE POSTIONS ARE SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING ACCORDING TO CITY POLICY. ____________________________________ __________________________________ Employee Signature/Date Supervisor Signature/Date ____________________________________ __________________________________ Human Resources Signature/Date Law Director Signature/Date ____________________________________ Reviewed by Civil Service Com. N/A Appointing Authority Signature/Date Reviewed by City Council: 4/6/2015

Position Applied For: Date of Application:

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status, as long as they are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. We will not refuse to hire an applicant because of disability so long as the disabled applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. (Please Print)

Last Name

First Name

Middle Name

Address City State Zip Code

Telephone Numbers Cell Other (Please Specify) _________________

E-Mail Address*:

*E-Mail Addresses will be used to notify you of the status of your application

Are you age 18 or over? Yes No Are you employed now? Yes No May we contact your present employer? (ONLY upon establishing mutual interest) Yes No On what date would you be available for work? _______ Are you available to work: Full Time Part Time Shift Work Temporary Do you currently possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License? Yes No Do you currently posses a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)? Yes No

If yes, please complete the following: CDL Class: Class A Class B Class C

Endorsements / Restrictions: Has your driver's license ever been suspended because you operated a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs? Yes No

EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

City of Oberlin 85 South Main Street Oberlin, Ohio 44074 (P): (440) 775-1531 (F): (440) 776-4840 (E): hr@cityofoberlin.com

Education

High School or GED Undergraduate

College/University Graduate/ Professional

School Name and Address

Years Completed 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

Diploma/Degree

Describe Course of Study

Describe any specialized training, apprenticeship, skills, and extra-curricular activities

Describe any honors you have received

State any additional information you feel may be helpful to us in considering your application

(Educational level will be considered only to the extent a particular level of educational achievement is necessary for successful job performance.)

List professional, trade, business, or civic activities and offices held. You may exclude memberships which would reveal gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, political affiliation, or other protected status. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

References

List three work references (not related to you) preferably in a supervisory role. Name Telephone Number Position Years Known

1.

2.

3.

Special Skills and Qualifications Summarize any special job-related skills and qualifications acquired from employment, military, or other experience. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Employment Experience Start with your present or last job. Include any job-related military service assignments and volunteer activities. You may exclude organizations which indicate race, color, religion, age, ancestry, gender, national origin, disabilities, political affiliation, or other protected status. If you need additional space, please continue on a separate sheet of paper.

This section must be filled out, even if you are attaching a résumé!

1. Employer

Dates Employed

Work Performed

From To Address

Telephone Number(s)

Hourly Rate/Salary

Job Title Supervisor

Starting

Final

Reason for WANTING to Leave

2.

Employer

Dates Employed

Work Performed

From To Address

Telephone Number(s)

Hourly Rate/Salary

Job Title Supervisor

Starting

Final

Reason for Leaving

3.

Employer

Dates Employed

Work Performed

From

To

Address

Telephone Number(s)

Hourly Rate/Salary

Job Title Supervisor

Starting

Final

Reason for Leaving

4.

Employer

Dates Employed

Work Performed

From To

Address

Telephone Number(s)

Hourly Rate/Salary

Job Title Supervisor

Starting

Final

Reason for Leaving

Are you currently on "lay-off" status and subject to recall? Yes No If you have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, are you currently discharged from active duty? Yes No Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States? Yes No

(If you are hired by the City you must provide proof of your eligibility and any required documentation.)

Applicant's Statement I, ____________________________, understand that this is an application for employment and not

an employment contract.

I certify that the answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. I understand that the City may make a thorough investigation of my entire work and personal history and may verify all data given in my application for employment, related documents or interviews. I authorize such investigation and release from liability any person(s) giving or receiving such information. I understand that falsification of data so given, or other derogatory information discovered as a result of this investigation, may prevent my being hired, or, if hired, may subject me to immediate dismissal.

I understand that if the City offers me employment, the offer of employment will be contingent upon me taking and passing a drug test as a condition of employment, and further understand that I may be required to submit to additional pre-employment testing as may be required for the job.

I understand that if the City offers me employment, I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the City, and that the City retains the right to establish, modify and change those regulations including those pertaining to scheduling, overtime and shift assignments. I understand that if hired by the City, my employment can be terminated by the City subject only to applicable laws and regulations.

I am aware this application is a “Public Record” as defined by Ohio Public Records law and will be treated in accordance with that law.

_______

Initial

_______ Initial

_______ Initial

_______ Initial

_______

Initial

______________________________________________________ ______________________ Signature of Applicant Date

(Print Applicant Name Here)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SURVEY (Read information below)

Please return this form with your completed application to the Human Resources Department in Oberlin City Hall at 85 South

Main Street, Oberlin, Ohio 44074. Name: (Please Print) Gender: q Male q Female Education Level: (i.e. GED/High School, Some College, 2-year degree, 4-year degree, Master’s Degree) Race: q Black (Non-Hispanic) q White (Non-Hispanic)

q Hispanic q Asian/Pacific Islander q American Indian/Alaska Native q Other:

Do you have a physical or mental disability? (Answer is strictly voluntary) qYes q No Job applied for: Date: Where did you learn about this job posting? q College/School Employment/Guidance Office q Cable TV q I am a Current Employee q Church: (Please Specify) q Internet q Word of Mouth q Newspaper or Prof. Journal Advertisement: (Please Specify) q Other: (Please Specify) In which City, Village, or Township do you reside?

Thank you for your assistance

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The data requested above will be kept strictly confidential and will NOT be a part of any personnel or job application records. This information will be accessible only to the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer and is being gathered in compliance with Federal Equal Employment opportunity regulations. It will be used to evaluate the City's policy of providing equal job opportunities to all applicants, and to respond to federal and state reporting requirements. SPECIAL NOTE: Should you feel that you were discriminated against while seeking a particular job with the City of Oberlin, you are encouraged to file a written complaint to that effect with the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer.

PLEASE COMPLETE THE INFORMATION ABOVE!