Ruben Rivas
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Phone:
(972)355-5995 x1007
JOB SUMMARY:
Under direction of the Mayor and Town Council, the Police Chief is responsible for comprehensive administration and management of a service-oriented program for crime prevention and law enforcement functions. Duties include leading, directing and/or guiding departmental, managerial and operational staff and resources toward achieving departmental goals and objectives. Position is responsible for department budget development and administration.
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Plans, directs, manages, and oversees the activities and operations of the Police Department including administration, records, investigations, patrol, and all law enforcement-related activities.
- Develops, implements, and evaluates department policies, procedures, strategies, and goals. Maintains and updates all procedural documents and ensures compliance.
- Directs and supervises employees including hiring, training, counseling and evaluating employee performance.
- Identifies and documents staffing needs to ensure adequate coverage and makes adjustments to employee roles and duties, as needed, to meet the needs of the Town.
- Directs and oversees preparation of department budget and makes recommendations to the Town Council regarding necessary staffing levels, equipment, training needs, and other resources.
- Closely monitors adherence to department budget. Monitors revenue and expenditures. Reviews financial statements and manages financial operations of department.
- Compiles and reports to appropriate county, state, and federal agencies on all required areas of reporting related to law enforcement activities and expenditures.
- Attends Town Council meetings or assigns an officer to attend the meeting.
- Serves as liaison with community groups and outside law enforcement agencies.
- Prepares reports regarding department activities and presents information to the Town Council, and/or the public.
- Monitors, evaluates, and communicates the impact of potential legislative or regulatory changes on the organization.
- Serves as the law enforcement expert for the Town and assists with organization-wide long-term planning and development.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Department Memberships
Department | Job title | Date Served - If Applicable | |
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Police Chief | December 1, 2020 | Active Membership |