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About This Position:
The City of Ellsworth, Kansas is accepting applications for the position
of Police Chief. This full-time, exempt role is under the direction
of the Mayor, City Administrator and Governing Body. The Police Chief is
a highly incumbent managerial position that is active in planning,
organizing, and directing the Ellsworth, Kansas Police Departments goals
and focus. The Police Chief is responsible for protecting the life and
property of the citizens of Ellsworth, Kansas by performing patrol
duties and the investigation of crimes, enforcing Federal, State, Local
laws, and ordinances. Department functions include investigations,
patrol, and community relations. This employee should possess excellent
public relations and communication skills. All articles set forth in the
Kansas Law Enforcement training act
KSA: 74-5601 apply.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform patrol duties including security checks and traffic control
Enforce Federal, State, and local laws
Respond to all calls for assistance and aid ambulance, fire, and
other state agencies when applicable
Investigate accident and crime scenes
Prepare and complete police reports in a timely manner
Inspect and maintain issued equipment
Make arrest and issue traffic citations
Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects
Oversee and participate in the recruitment, selection, development,
discipline and evaluation of department employees and their work
Participate in the preparation of the Citys codes and ordinances
related to the services provided by the Police Department
Supervise and participate in special projects and programs as
directed by the City Administrator and governing body
Participate in local and state law enforcement associations of
agency heads
Oversee maintenance and repairs of all department equipment
including vehicles
Ensure all ordinances of the City apply to the safety and wellbeing
of citizens are being enforced
Manage and maintain a balanced budget by proper upkeep of equipment
and managing overtime
Enforce safety procedures within the Police Department
Other duties as directed.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma required; associate degree preferred
Certification from KLETC (or a State with reciprocity) within one
year of employment
Must Maintain a minimum of forty hours of continuing education
annually
Valid Kansas Drivers License
Law enforcement experience of 10-years is required with 5-years of
progressive leadership and advancement preferred
Must have the necessary information and skills to perform the job
well immediately upon employment
