at City of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description:
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Assistant Director
Chicago Police Department
Office of Constitutional Policing and Reform – Research and Development Division
Number of Vacancies: 1
(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)
Starting Salary: $129,936 – $146,376
Under direction, this managerial position is accountable for senior manager-level functions within the Research and Development Division of the Chicago Police Department. This position leads a team of Research and Policy Analysts engaged in comprehensive research and analysis of CPD directives to support department operations, ensure consent decree and accreditation compliance, and perform related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
· Works with the Deputy Director and supervisory teams in creating and maintaining division processes, day to day operating procedures, developing practices, managing staffing issues, and assists the division in meeting goals and accomplishments.
· Oversees and coordinates office practices. Manages unit personnel regarding manpower, and workflow management.
· Coordinates statistical analysis projects and participates in directing analysis outcomes.
· Review and approve performance evaluations.
· Manages supervisory staff in creating new Department policies and the modification of existing policies.
· Provides guidance and direction to unit personnel regarding researching policies and procedures, best practices, implementing policy, statistical analysis, and meeting division deadlines.
· Serves as the head of the division in the absence of the Deputy Director. Assumes responsibility for the management of the division’s operations, management of personnel, administrative processes and day to day division operations.
· Prepares division budget for submission.
· Mentors personnel to ensure that problems or concerns are being addressed. Ensures safe work practices are being adhered to and coordinates with supervisory staff to facilitate streamlining processes for efficiency and accuracy.
· Liaison with outside agencies on policy development and statistical analysis
· Participates in depositions and court appearances as an expert witness for the Chicago Police Department.
NOTE : The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to positions within the class.
Location: Chicago Police Headquarters 3510 S. Michigan Ave.
Days: Monday – Friday
Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Qualifications:
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the duties performed, including five (5) years of work experience related to the position, of which two (2) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
NOTE : You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, driver’s license, or training certificates at the time of processing, if applicable.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS :
The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.
APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
Education & Employment Requirements and Verification: You must provide information about your educational background and work experience including job titles, dates of employment (month/year), and specific job duties on your resume and/or application as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. ‘Acting Up’ cannot be considered for current City employees. Please attach all applicable transcripts, diplomas, licenses, and/or certificates as outlined on the job posting for the position you are applying for. The initial evaluation will be based on information provided and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. Employment applications lacking the required documentation will not be considered. For information regarding the required attachments, please review the description section of the job posting. Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history. If you received your degree internationally, you will be required to provide a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications to be referred to departments for consideration.
To honor the commitment of our veterans, the City of Chicago has amended city ordinance 2-74-020 to bolster the hiring preference for individuals who have served in the United States Armed Forces and were discharged or released therefrom under Honorable Discharge or General Discharge (Under Honorable Conditions). The City of Chicago further recognizes an individual who has completed the term of their initial contract as a Reservist or member of the National Guard and is actively serving in good standing. Veterans who claim Veteran’s preference must submit the following at the time of onboarding: DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that must show the Veterans’ character of service upon discharge. If an individual is still in the Reserve or National Guard, a letter from the Commanding Officer, Unit Representative, or Personnel Staff Officer (S-1) stating the individual is serving in “good standing” and has completed their first term of their initial contract. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates must answer “yes” to the question on the online application that asks, “Have you been discharged or released therefrom the United States Armed Forces under Honorable Discharge or General Discharge (Under Honorable Conditions) OR have you completed the term of your initial contract as a Reservist or member of the National Guard and are actively serving in good standing AND do you wish to be considered for a Veteran’s preference in hiring with the understanding that you must provide required documentation at the onboarding stage AND if you cannot produce the required verification your conditional offer may be revoked?” In addition, you must provide documentation to verify your military service at the time of on-boarding. Veterans who claim Veteran’s preference must submit the following at the time of onboarding: DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that must show the Veterans’ character of service upon discharge. If an individual is still in the Reserve or National Guard, a letter from the Commanding Officer, Unit Representative, or Personnel Staff Officer (S-1) stating the induvial is serving in “good standing” and has completed their first term of their initial contract. If an indivi
