Police Captain
Job Type
Full-time
Description

The City of Pevely, Missouri is accepting applications for a Police Captain. 

This is a salaried position


Shifts will include but are not limited to flexible shift work, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call status


Applicants’ duties will include but are not limited to:

· Serving as the general assistant to the Chief of Police 

· Providing overall supervision, leadership, and direction to the patrol and investigations divisions

· Planning, allocating, and monitoring time, people, equipment, and other resources to maintain an efficient organization and completion of work

· The ability to effectively command operations and/or emergencies

· Coordinate with external departments as needed

· Work with City leadership on long-range goals, objectives, and organizational structure

· Effectively communicate with City of Pevely staff, elected officials, residents, and members of the public members. 

· Enforcing state, federal, and local laws


Additional responsibilities may include:

· Public Relations responsibilities including but not limited to positive social media presence and community engagement

· Responding to emergency calls and investigations

· Performing routine patrol 

· All other duties as assigned


Experience and Education:

· Minimum 10 years or more in Law Enforcement (required)

· Minimum 3 years or more in a supervisor role (required)

· Training in basic and advanced police leadership and management (required)

· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (required)

· Accreditation skills or having worked in an accredited department (preferred)

· Experience with CALEA or Missouri Police Chief’s accreditation process (preferred)

Requirements include completion of Missouri P.O.S.T. Class A Certified Law Enforcement Academy, eligible for employment Police Officer certification from the state of Missouri, valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record, no criminal record, and must be 21 years of age. 


This hiring process will be in-depth and could include multiple interviews. Candidates will be subject to pre-employment drug testing, a physical exam, a psychological evaluation, and a background check. 


Benefits include vacation, personal, and sick time, a pension, and full coverage of medical and dental insurance for each employee covered by the City of Pevely. 


A letter of interest and professional resume must be completed and submitted to be considered for the position. Position open until filled – applications will be reviewed when received. 


Submit a letter of interest and professional resume to Ashton Cooke, City Clerk at the City of Pevely, 401 Main St., Pevely, MO 63070. The City of Pevely is an EOE/ADA employer.