Police Projects Supervisor

Open to all temporary, part-time, regular, and volunteer employees who meet the requirements set forth in this examination announcement and who have a total of 520 paid or unpaid hours with the City within the last 24 months.

If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Police Projects Supervisor in our Police Department. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website.

Under general direction, supervises and coordinates the personnel and activities of the Escondido Police Department Business Division; supervises assigned personnel; responsible for complex administrative, operational, and strategic projects within the Police Department; supervises departmental projects and programs including technology initiatives, grants, process improvements, and compliance efforts; provides staff assistance to Police management; and performs related duties as required.

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Supervises, plans, organizes, assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff involved in department projects, program administration, and administrative support activities.

Supervises and coordinates complex departmental projects, including technology implementations, operational initiatives, facility improvements, and special programs.

Develops project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans; monitors progress and ensures timely and successful completion.

Research, review, and evaluate programs, policies, and operational needs; develops recommendations and prepares reports for the Police Business Manager and Command Staff.

Identifies, prepares, and administers grant opportunities; ensures compliance with grant requirements, reporting standards, and regulatory guidelines.

Serves as liaison with City departments, external agencies, contractors, and vendors to coordinate activities and ensure project alignment with City and departmental goals.

Oversee contract development and administration, including preparation of scopes of work, evaluation of proposals, and monitoring of vendor performance.

Oversee the unit’s budget, including preparation, monitoring, and expenditure control; prepares cost estimates and makes budget recommendations.

Develops and implements policies, procedures, and best practices to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Tracks and evaluates project outcomes using performance metrics; prepares reports, dashboards, and presentations.

Supports strategic planning efforts and implementation of departmental goals and objectives.

Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards.

Represents the department in meetings, committees, and public forums as assigned.

Responds to inquiries and provides technical expertise related to assigned projects and programs.

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of project management, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting.

Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Public administration practices, preferably within a law enforcement environment.

Grant development, administration, and compliance requirements.

Research methods, statistical analysis, and report preparation.

Contract administration and public procurement processes.

Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Modern office practices, methods, and computer applications.

Ability to:

Supervise, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.

Select, supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.

Develop written work policies and procedures.

Analyze administrative and operational issues and develop effective solutions.

Prepare, monitor and update the budget for assigned personnel.

Maintain confidentiality and security of records and information.

Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and presentations.

Exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines.

Participate in the development of administration of program goals, objectives, and procedures.

Compile data, maintain records and files and participate in the preparation of clear and concise reports.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, staff, vendors, outside agencies, and the public.

Education/Training:

Two years of college with major course work in accounting, public administration, business administration, economics, criminal justice, or a related field. A bachelor’s degree is highly desirable.

Experience:

Four (4) years of increasingly responsible administrative, analytical, or project management experience, preferably in a law enforcement environment.  Supervisory or lead experience is highly desirable.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License.

Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is desirable.

JOB Q&A

NOTE:  For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site.  The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace.  All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended.  A pre-employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre-employment drug screen.  Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process.  When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.
All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States.  Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status.  In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment.  The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify®.
The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire.  New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment.
Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form.  The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion. A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:

• Served in the U.S. armed forces
• Received an honorable discharge
• Did not retire from military service
• Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.

Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.
ABOUT OUR CITY
The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise.
EOE The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.