Police chief

Village of Herkimer
Herkimer, NY

NY1547134

POLICE CHIEF

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Has responsible charge of the activities of the police

department: does related work as required.

WAGE: Negotiable

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is an important administrative position

involving the responsibility for the conduct of police functions and requires the ability to plan and direct the work of a small law enforcement agency. Responsibility involves the maintenance of high standards among the members of the police force.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

  • Issues working orders for the Department;
  • Assigns officers to various posts;
  • Reviews activities and reports of officers;
  • Supervises police activities at serious fires;
  • Cooperates with other police departments, the Federal Bureau of Investigation
and the public;
  • Conducts and directs the investigation of major criminal offenses;
  • Recommends the purchase of necessary supplies and equipment;
  • Delivers talks on safety and other law enforcement problems;
  • Keeps himself informed of the development and police work by reading,
conferring and attending meetings.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough kn owl edge of police administration

and of police methods: good knowledge of scientific methods of crime detection; thorough knowledge and control of laws and ordinances; demonstrated ability to lead and direct the activities of subordinates; ability to interpret the work of the Police Department and to maintain cooperative relations with municipal officials and with the general public; high social intelligence; resourcefulness; sound judgment in emergencies; integrity; tact; neatness of appearance; good physical condition.

ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Villages of Dolgeville, Frankfort, Town of Frankfort*, Town of Webb: Two years of experience as a full-time Police Officer. Village of Ilion: Four years as full-time Police Sergeant or equivalent military service may be substituted providing it was in connection with law enforcement work with a rank of Sergeant or higher. Village of Herkimer: Three years as a Police Sergeant or four years as a Police Officer. (Amended - CSC Action 7/12/88.) Village of Mohawk: Four years of experience as a full-time Police Sergeant or a total of nine years as a full-time Police Officer.

Inquiries can be sent via email to: [email protected] and [email protected]

Posted 2025-10-18

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