Police Commander

Position Information

Application Deadline:

• 06/20/25

Salary:

• $69,680.00

  Benefits:

  • $10,000.00 annual medical stipend
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Generous paid leave (annually)
  • 12-holidays
  • Department cell phone
  • Take home vehicle eligible

Sworn:

• 10

Population:

• 1,500

Position Details

The Village of Maple Park Police Department is seeking qualified individuals to join its ranks to serve as Commander.

Description specifications are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.

DEFINITION:

Under general direction, plans, directs, supervises, and coordinates the activities of any assigned major programs and activities of the department; maintains charge of department supervisors; assumes command as assigned; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The COMMANDER is a management-level sworn exempt rank position and is responsible for providing direct assistance to the Chief of Police. Shares responsibility to the operations of assigned sworn and civilian personnel within the department in the protection of life and property, maintaining order, and enforcement of laws and ordinances. This class is required to manage various tasks and projects; investigate sensitive criminal or administrative matters; and assist the Police Chief in operations and support service functions as directed. This class is distinguished from Police Chief, which has overall management and budgetary responsibility for the Police Department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:

Receives general supervision from the Police Chief. Exercises general supervision, directly and / or through, the Police Sergeant to Police Officers and other staff as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (included but are not limited to the following):

• Manages and supervises both sworn and professional staff of the police department; participates in the hiring process for subordinate positions and as needed.
• Organizes and assigns personnel among shifts; reviews shift activities and coordinates information gathered and work accomplished by subordinates.
• Supervises police department personnel to assure proper policies and procedures are followed; makes regular inspections of the building, and vehicles; investigates citizen complaints; appears in court as required.
• Responds to major crimes, accident scenes, and emergencies; conducts investigations, interviews and solves problems as they arise.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
• Participates in the development and management of the department budget for functional area of responsibility; monitors and approves expenditures as authorized.
• Identifies opportunities for improving police services and procedures.
• Directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for the assigned area of responsibility; assigns work activities and projects; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Coordinates assigned police activities with those of other Village departments, and outside agencies and organizations; provides staff assistance to the Police Chief; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Responds to inquiries from the media and general public; conducts meetings with local groups; provides interviews to media personnel upon request.
• Reviews, corrects, and participates in the preparation of police reports and records.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the law enforcement field.
• May manage special programs or projects as required.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned by the Police Chief.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Completion of advanced supervisory training is desired, such as: Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC), FBI National Academy (FBINA), or Southern Police Institute (SPI) At least (8) years of increasingly responsible service as a full-time, sworn peace officer with a public agency, including two (2) years at a supervisory level, upper command level is desired. License/Certificate: Possession of a valid Illinois Driver's License, Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CPR certification. Additional Requirements: Certificate. Certified Police Officer in good standing with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) or eligibility for such certification. Must submit to background investigation, physical examination, and drug screen.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive municipal law enforcement program
• Law enforcement theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of services and programs
• Methods and techniques used in providing the full range of law enforcement and crime prevention services and activities, including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, crime prevention, records management, and care and custody of persons and property
• Principles and practices of community policing
• Peace Officer Bill of Rights and its application
• Modern methods and procedures of criminal identification and records
• Use of firearms and other modern police equipment
• Methods and techniques of public relations
• Principles of customer service
• Recent court decisions and how they affect department operations
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation
• Thorough knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, codes, and regulations

Ability to:

• Supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned staff
• Select, train, and evaluate assigned staff
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals
• Effectively deploy and review the work of officers and special investigational details
• Prepare clear and concise administrative reports
• Prepare and administer budgets
• Discharge firearms in a safe and effective manner
• Interpret, apply, and make decisions in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations
• Interpret and explain Village law enforcement policies and procedures
• Supervise and conduct sensitive investigations
• Identify and prepare information for release to the media
• Analyze emergency situations and adopt quick, reasonable, and effective courses of action
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public
• Recommend improvements in departmental operations and in the rules, regulations, and policies governing the department
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Physical demands must possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Requires working outdoors and using body, ear, and eye protection such as safety helmets, armored vests, earplugs, utility belts, and other specialized equipment; involves exposure to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, traffic, violent persons, assault hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees in this class are subject to the threat of injury and life-threatening hazards as part of police safety operations.

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and five (5) references plus complete the Village of Maple Park Job Application to the attention of:

Maple Park Police Department

Chief Randy Endean

306 Willow Street

PO Box 148

Maple Park, IL 60151

815-827-3286

Mail your information to:

Above address

OR

E-mail to:

rendean@villageofmaplepark.com

The Village of Maple Park Job Application Form can be found on the Village's website:

villageofmaplepark.org

The Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages women, minorities and veterans to apply.