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RESOLUTION NO. 95—C103
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
REVISING THE CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS FOR POLICE
CAPTAIN.
WHEREAS, the City of Azusa Rules of the Civil Service System state that the Human
Resources Office is responsible for preparing and maintaining class specifications and that the
specifications shall include a list of examples of duties and a statement of qualifications
required for appointment. The Rules further state that the Personnel Board shall recommend
and the City Council shall adopt amendments or revisions to the class specifications; and.
WHEREAS, the Personnel Board has reviewed the classification specifications for Police
Captain, and has recommended approval of the revised classification specifications.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AZUSA DOES HEREBY:
SECTION 1. Adopt the classifications specifications for Police Captain as revised in
Exhibit "A."
ADOPTED AND APPROVED THIS 21st Day of August, 1995.
MA OR
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the City Council
of the City of Azusa at a regular meeting thereof on the 21st Day of August, 1995, by the
following vote of the Council;
AYES COUNCILMEMBERS: Hardison, Madrid, Naranjo, Beebe, Alexander
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS None
ABSENT: OU ILM MBER
CITY CLRK
EXHIBIT A
CITY OF AZUSA
POLICE CAPTAIN
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Date Adopted:
Class Code: 2911
Under administrative direction, plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of a division of the City's
Police Department; maintains general charge of services related to division functions; assumes
departmental command as assigned; performs related duties as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class report to the Chief of Police and incumbents are required to manage a division
of the Police Department.
ENTIAL FUNCTION
These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. When a position is to be filled, the
essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Letters in parenthesis
at the end of each function statement represent the abilities required to perform that function.
1. Plans, directs, and coordinates assigned division functions; confers with lieutenants and
sergeants regarding special assignments providing instruction and direction as needed; directs
the preparation of the more complex criminal cases for court action. (a b d g j o)
2. Studies statistical crime data and other reports; analyzes levels of criminal activity; determines
trends and makes recommendations for changes in organization and operating procedures. (a
bdgiIo)
3. Directs the development and implementation of comprehensive training programs to ensure
subordinates maintain law enforcement knowledge and skills; evaluates performance and makes
rotational assignments; enforces discipline and processes grievances in keeping with estab-
lished City procedures. (a b d e g h k ml
4. Conducts research into a variety of law enforcement and administrative issues; recommends
or reviews departmental policy and procedures, City rules, resolutions, and ordinances;
prepares administrative reports; responds to correspondence and informational requests;
ensures implementation of practices which comply with adopted policies, laws, and regulations.
(abdghjkIno)
5. Meets and consults with management staff, the public, legal advisors, and representatives of
other governmental agencies; coordinates division activities with other law enforcement
agencies; may make presentations to City Council, other governmental agencies, and a variety
of civic organizations as directed by the Chief of Police. (a c d f j k m 1)
6. Participates in the development of goals and objectives for assigned division functions;
develops and administers the division budget; recommends and implements policies and
procedures for division activities. (a b d g h j k I n o)
7. Acts as Chief of Police as directed. (All)
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POLICE CAPTAIN, CITY OF AZUSA (Continued)
REQUISITE ABILITIES
a. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
b. Research and prepare complex reports on a variety of subjects.
C. Establish and maintain effective relationships with the community at large, the City Council,
and other public officials.
d. Plan, direct, and coordinate law enforcement and crime prevention programs and manage a
division of the Police Department.
e. Select, train, supervise and evaluate employees.
f. Represent the City in a variety of meetings.
g. Make decisions regarding operational and personnel functions.
h. Operate programs within allocated amounts.
Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner.
Understand, explain and apply policies and procedures.
k. Analyze unusual situations and resolve them through application of management principles and
practices.
Assist in developing comprehensive plans to meet future City law enforcement and crime
prevention needs/services.
M. Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions.
n. Plan and enforce a balanced budget.
o. Develop new policies impacting department operations/procedures.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
These are position functions which may be changed, deleted or reassigned to accommodate an
individual with a disability.
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POLICE CAPTAIN, CITY OF AZUSA (Continued)
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Education and/or Exoerience
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and
abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include a four year
degree in police science, public administration, or a related field; and five years of experience
in law enforcement, including at least three years in a responsible supervisory capacity, one
of which is at the lieutenant level.
Knowledoe and Skill Levels
Extensive knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, and techniques; causes,
prevention, and control of delinquency; traffic enforcement and education; rules of evidence,
rights of citizens and prisoners; laws pertaining to search, seizure, and arrest; court procedures;
public relations techniques; interagency communication/ assistance techniques and practices.
Thorough knowledge of municipal organization and administration; principles and practices of
police administration; patrol methods, criminal investigation and identification techniques;
physical layout and composition of the City including special law enforcement problems.
Considerable knowledge of administrative procedures and techniques; Vehicle and Penal Codes;
City personnel administration policies and procedures; principles of supervision.
Soecial Requirements
Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving
record.
Successful completion of an 80 -hour P.O.S.T. Management Course.
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