Tribal Police Sergeant at Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Law Enforcement, People Management, Incident Investigation, Budget Management, Emergency Response, Staff Development, Public Safety, Criminal Law, Interpersonal Communication, Decision Making, Police Administration, Conflict Resolution

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Commitment to Citizen Service Service encompasses all aspects of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indian’s governmental operations. Every employee shares the responsibility to provide exemplary service, dignity, and respect to all Tribal Citizens, the Tribal Council, and staff members. To this end, all employees have an obligation to identify and report any service problems, issues, or concerns and through designated channels, initiate, recommend, and actively participate in solutions. Position Summary: Ensure all laws and regulations are enforced. Assist with leadership of the Tribal Police Department and management of resources to ensure the smooth running of the department. Provide a safe, welcoming, and orderly environment for the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi community, defend the sovereignty of the Band and the rights of all the people in its jurisdiction, and assist in improving the quality of life for all Tribal Citizens. There are three areas a Sergeant may be assigned: Road Patrol, Training or Administrative. Essential Functions: • Provide the direction, coordination, evaluation, coaching, and development of staff. This includes interviewing, hiring, orienting, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; providing timely feedback, appraising performance, and providing professional development opportunities; and rewarding and disciplining employees. Proactively address and resolve staff concerns and explore and implement methods and procedures for improving departmental workflow and service to Tribal Citizens. • Provide consultation to the Lieutenant, Chief of Police and Tribal Government in all areas of police services, policies, and programs. Work closely with the Chief of Police, department personnel, law enforcement officials, and Tribal Council Government Manager and decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective security solutions for all aspects of the organization. • Assist with developing and implementing short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures in alignment with the Pokagon Band’s Vision, Mission, Expected Outcomes and Strategic Initiatives. • Assist with development and management of the departmental budget, ensure compliance with stated goals, guidelines, and objectives, and develop business case justifications and cost/benefit analyses for spending and initiatives. • Supervise Police Officers in performance of regularly assigned patrols and incident investigations; prepare shift notices and assignments. • Review police documentation including incident and accident reports and daily logs for accuracy and compliance with criminal, motor vehicle, and traffic laws and with department regulations. • Assist the Chief of Police in establishing procedures; make recommendations regarding improvements or changes in department operations. • Conduct accident and crime investigations and prepare detailed reports, including State Motor Vehicle Accident Reports, State Uniform Incident Reports and Bureau of Indian Affairs Reports. • Respond to calls for service; process evidence, prepare court cases, and provide legal testimony. • Conduct inspections of police personnel and equipment; issues and accounts for police equipment. • Represents the department at community and business meetings. Non-Essential Functions: • Assist other local police agencies with calls. • Perform other related functions as assigned. Equipment: • Standard office equipment. • Systems used: MS Office applications, E-Justice Reporting System • Uniform required. • Motor vehicle under regular and emergency conditions. • Two-way radios, hand tools including handgun, shotgun, handcuffs, baton, cap stun, flashlight.  • Protective gear required as necessary. Position Requirements: • High School Diploma or GED is required. • Associate degree or equivalent sponsorship is preferred. Degree must be from an accredited institution whose program of study has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the United States Department of Education is required. • Completion of Police Academy training is required. • Must hold either ILEA or MCOLES certifications at time of hire. Must become certified with both ILEA and MCOLES law enforcement licensing within one year of appointment to position. • Minimum of six (6) years of experience in law enforcement agency role required. • Two (2) years of experience with the Pokagon Tribal Police preferred. • Must have a valid driver's license and meet insurance requirements to utilize Pokagon Band Vehicles. • Successful completion of a leadership program within a specified time period required. • Clear understanding of the functional organization of the Pokagon Tribal Police Department and working knowledge of the Tribal Government and various offices and departments preferred. • Ability to take command of an emergency situation and render immediate decisions required. • Experience working with Native American communities preferred. • Proficiency with MS Office applications required. • Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to speak effectively before groups and respond to questions required. • Certified Federal Firearms, Taser, and CPR Instructor are preferred; Class 3 PBT Operator is preferred. Indian Preference: • Pokagon Band Preference Code applies. Physical Requirements: • Ability to perform rigorous physical required. • Must be able to hold handgun and discharge accurately. • Frequently subject to varying levels of stress in accordance with type of assignment. Work Environment: • General office environment and outside environment. • Variety of hazardous environments including noise, fumes, dust, traffic, etc.  Extensive motor vehicle operation.  Exposed to moving traffic enforcement/control situations.  Subject to assault, combative persons in arrest situations, disturbance, or other emergency calls.  May have deadly/dangerous weapons used against officer.  May be required to break up fights between two or more persons.  • Local travel is necessary, so the ability to travel as needed is required. Competencies: • Decision Making • Initiative • Networking • Partnering • People Management • Fostering Learning and Development • Organizational Savvy • Exemplifying Integrity • Quality Focus Nights, 12-hour shifts, 6:00pm to 6:00am

Responsibilities

Lead the Tribal Police Department by supervising officers, managing resources, and ensuring the enforcement of laws and regulations. Coordinate departmental goals, budgets, and security solutions to maintain a safe environment for the Pokagon Band community.