Honor, integrity, and transparency are fundamental to building a model agency in the law enforcement community. The City of Goodyear is searching for a community-oriented, strategically-focused, dedicated Deputy Chief of Police to assist in leading and developing the Police Department.  Our organization is comprised of advancing professionals who are empowered and engaged to work to move the organization forward as a collective unit. The Police Department is progressive taking great pride in providing excellent customer service to the community. The Department is committed to the philosophy of community policing, providing many protective and proactive policing programs, resulting in a low crime rate. Are you ready to accept new challenges and take the next step of your Goodyear journey? If so, you need to consider the Deputy Chief of Police opportunity.  The Deputy Chief of Police reports to the Chief of Police and your role entails overseeing a bureau within the department. You assume management responsibilities for the services and activities of an assigned division and coordinate the activities of sworn and non-sworn personnel in preserving order, protecting life and property, investigating crimes, and in enforcing laws and municipal ordinances.  You are critical to promoting police public relations by participating in media interviews, acting as a liaison for the police department with other law enforcement agencies, giving public presentations, serving on committees and task teams, and representing the Police Department in state and local police functions. We need someone with a vision for success. You will manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, and priorities for your assigned division supporting policy development and compliance by ensuring policies are reviewed, updated, distributed, and adopted into our culture. Additionally, preparing and managing the budget by coordinating plans, development, and ongoing management of budget and expenditures and updating improvement plans. Continuing to attract and retain the best is key to our future. You will assist in the recruiting of personnel by overseeing and evaluating the hiring process of personnel, reviewing examinations and interview questions, and making recommendations in hiring, discipline, and termination matters.   Minimum Qualifications:  This position requires a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of eleven (11) years law enforcement experience, which must include a minimum of three (3) years' experience as a full-time Police Lieutenant/Commander or higher or in an equivalent position, and valid driver's license and AZ POST certification. An equivalent position is defined as progressively responsible supervisory experience in a sworn capacity with significant interaction with the Chief of Police. This interaction can include assignments such as Patrol Division, Specialty Patrol Units, Property/Evidence, Hiring/Recruitment, Professional Standards, Inspections/Auditing, Public Information Officer, Training and other administrative assignments such as resolving or investigating sensitive citizen inquiries, interfacing with agencies or organizations outside of the police department or completing special projects on behalf of the Chief of Police. The ideal candidate will have ethics above reproach and be a person of integrity and honesty. A skilled leader who is positive, approachable and committed to maintaining a work environment that fosters the Police Departments core values which include professionalism, collaboration, innovation, honesty, fairness and respect, and accountability. At the City of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that are committed to build and maintain a highly engaged workforce. You will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career-building. You will thrive in a culture of innovation. We believe that successful employees are those that possess six core values: Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism - Innovation - Adaptability If these competencies rank high on your list of personal attributes and you want to be a contributing member of the Goodyear team, then don't wait -- APPLY TODAY! Examination Process: Only a limited number of the most highly qualified applicants meeting the City's requirements will be invited for an interview. Examination process for this position will include: * File Review - No suspension, demotion, or unsuccessful evaluations within the past 12 months. All other discipline will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. * Panel Interview (s) * One-on-One Interview with the Chief of Police This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position.  The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.   * Promotes positive public relations by participating in media interviews, acting as a liaison for the police department with other law enforcement agencies, giving public presentations, serving on committees and task teams, and representing the Police Department in state and local police functions. * Acts as training coordinator by ensuring training of all personnel meets or exceeds mandated standards, planning and revising service training, overseeing training budgets, submitting proper paperwork, and seeking cost effective alternatives in training. * Prepares and manages the budget by coordinating plans, development, and ongoing management of budget and expenditures and updating improvement plans. * Supports policy development and compliance by ensuring policies are updated and distributed and conducting reviews of new and changed policies. * Assists in the recruiting of personnel by overseeing and evaluating the hiring process of personnel, reviewing examinations and interview questions, and making recommendations in hiring, discipline, and termination matters. * Oversees assigned divisions of the department; including direct responsibilities for field law enforcement operations. * Assists the Chief of Police in the planning, organization and direction of the activities and personnel of the Police Department.  Participates in the development and monitoring of the departmental operations, procedures and goals.  * Investigates, resolves and mediates administrative, inter-agency and operational inquiries and complaints, negotiates and resolves sensitive, significant and controversial issues, evaluates and coordinates the resolution of labor relations and community relations issues.  * Manages critical incidents and criminal investigations; responds to major crime scenes and takes command when appropriate.  * Assumes command of departmental activities in the Chief's absence and plans organizes and directs the activities and operations with assigned functions ensuring the furthering of the Departments mission and goals.  * Serves as part of the Department's and City's management team by working cooperatively with other managers, staff, elected officials, city and county prosecuting attorneys and the City Attorney.  * Provides operational leadership to ensure standards are met for productivity, efficiency, continuous quality improvement, customer satisfaction and teamwork.  * Performs work within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with policies and quality standards. Monitors assigned operations and assures compliance with federal, state and local regulations and policies.  * Participates as a key member of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).  * Maintains ability to perform all the essential duties of the rank of Police Officer.  * Formal Education/Knowledge:  Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field.  Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. * Experience:  Minimum of eleven years of law enforcement experience or equivalent and a minimum of three years' experience as a Police Lieutenant/Commander or equivalent position or higher. * Certifications and Other Requirements:  Valid Arizona Operator's Driver's License, Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. * Reading:  Work requires the ability to read technical reports, statistics, research material and police reports. * Math:  Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and determine percentages. * Writing:  Work requires the ability to write general correspondence, reports, performance appraisals, budget justifications, letters, disciplinary documents, policies and procedures * Managerial:  Managerial responsibilities include being responsible for the department's strategic improvement plan update and overseeing employee recruitment processes. * Budget Responsibility:  The employee oversees budget preparation of bureau budget and reviews and approves expenditures of significant budgeted funds for the bureau and may research and prepare recommendations for city-wide budget expenditures. * Complexity: Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures.  Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. * Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills:  The employee(s) in this position contact others within the organization.  These contacts may involve similar work units or departments within the city which may be involved in decision making or providing approval or decision-making authority for purchases or projects.  In addition, these employees work with individuals outside the city who may belong to professional or peer organizations.  Working with various state and federal agencies may also be required of the employee.  Vendors and suppliers may also be called upon for information on purchases, supplies or products.  Meetings and discussions may be conducted with customers, brokers and sales representatives. Develop an understanding and competency in the following:  ·       Operations of the Enforcement Bureau and Support Services Bureau  ·       Technology operations in the PD  ·       Professional Standards procedures  ·       Contents and purpose of the PD's Strategic Plan  ·       Budget processes and restraints  ·       PD's performance measures  ·       Policy and Procedures in Power DMS  ·       Incident Command System/ Emergency Operations Center