Section 2.22 CHIEF OF POLICE
Chapter 2.22.040 Skills, knowledge and abilities required.
Comprehensive knowledge of modern law enforcement and police
administration principles,
methods, and techniques; comprehensive knowledge of judicial system;
Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state laws and city
ordinances. Thorough knowledge
of constitutional rights;
Comprehensive knowledge of departmental rules, regulations
and established procedures;
Thorough knowledge of modern supervisory principles, practices
and techniques;
Good knowledge of budget process and financial controls;
Good knowledge of the city s geography, street system,
and building locations;
Ability to effectively plan, organize, direct and evaluate
law enforcement, communications and
administrative activities;
Ability to think and act quickly with good judgment in a
manner consistent with departmental
policies in emergency situations, and to provide leadership to department personnel;
Ability to deal calmly, objectively, firmly and tactfully
with suspects, witnesses, subordinate
officers and personnel, city officials, and the general public;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with representatives of other
law enforcement agencies, community organizations, city officials, subordinate personnel and the
general public;
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form;
Proficient in the care and use of firearms;
Proficient in operating a police vehicle under hazardous
and emergency conditions. (Ord. 826
§ 1 (part), 1990: prior code § 2-19-4)
2.22.040