Deputy Chief of Police

Deputy Chief Of Police

The Port of Seattle is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time. Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience.

Some of what you'll be doing:

• Assist in the strategic planning and administration of the Police Department, as well as its policies and operations.
• Oversee a bureau and mid-level managers within the department and work closely with the Chief of Police and assume the full authority and responsibility of the Chief in their absence.
• Ensure high quality public safety service in an international airport and maritime environment.
• Collaborate to develop and implement short- and long-term plans and strategies in support of strategic initiatives.
• Direct and lead a Police Bureau.
• Establish goals and objectives in support of the purpose and vision.
• Communicate the department vision, demonstrate a steadfast commitment to it, and inspire others to work toward achieving it.
• Assist the Chief with management of the department and supervise assigned police managers, ensure necessary resources, and evaluate the performance of staff.
• Manage all functions of the department when delegated.
• Actively participate in negotiations and grievance hearings with the collective bargaining units representing department employees and coordinate labor relations activities with Port Labor Relations staff.
• Build and maintain relationships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, local and federal law enforcement agencies, service organizations, aviation and maritime businesses, community members, and other partners.
• Support the preparation of short and long-term plans for the department to include budget, staffing, equipment, resources, facilities, and tactical planning.
• Review and analyze administrative, statistical, or specialized reports to forecast the needs of the department, design budget based on POSPD service level requirements and department objectives and goals.
• Assist the Chief of Police in researching and implementing improvements in departmental services.
• Create a culture of inclusion and apply equity to exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.

Who you are:

• Experienced – You have five (5) years of experience supervising police department or agency staff sworn personnel, to include four (4) years of experience serving as a law enforcement commander, in senior leadership, or performing similar function in a police department or agency with responsibility for patrol operations, emergency incident response, or oversight of specialized teams and operational programs.
• Certifications - You must possess a Washington State Peace Officer Certification or the ability to obtain one within the first six months of employment (candidates who have been separated from commissioned law enforcement activities for five (5) years or more are not eligible for consideration). You must also have the ability to obtain National Incident Management System ICS
  300 and ICS
  400 training within six months of hire.
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Policing Expert – You understand and apply laws, rules, policies, and procedures in a consistent and legal manner. You apply knowledge of fiscal control techniques, principles, and practices of police administration, the use of weapons and use of force, as well as the incident command system.
• Effective Leader – You possess command presence and inspire others to work towards alignment with the Vision, Purpose, and Core Values. You can lead teams through consensus building and guide the team through growth and development in support of strategic goals and initiatives.
• Strong Communicator – You are effective in communicating messages both verbally and in writing to a wide audience. You know how to navigate politically and legally sensitive topics and are skilled in engaging staff, members of the community, and key stakeholders.
• Problem Solver – You…