The City of Brookings, South Dakota is seeking a progressive, proactive and innovative

“The mission of the Brookings Police Department is to prevent crime, enforce the law, and support quality public safety by delivering respectful, professional, and dependable police service.”

ABOUT THE CITYOF BROOKINGS

Brookings is a safe, family-friendly, and vibrant community with many amenities you would find in a larger city, but with the comfort of a small town. With a population of 23,773, the City of Brookings is the fourth largest city in South Dakota and encompasses a total area of 13.5 square miles and the seat of government for Brookings County (population 34,135). The City of Brookings has experienced significant growth with a 25% population increase since the 2005 census. Located in the heart of the I-29 corridor with an estimated 530,000 annual visitors, the City of Brookings is just minutes from the Minnesota border and less than an hour drive to the state’s largest city, Sioux Falls.

THE COMMUNITYWhat really makes Brookings a special place is its unique neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, its leisurely pace of living, lack of crowds and congestion, and its genuine and friendly people. The City of Brookings boasts wonderful well-maintained exceptional public parks, trails and recreational venues that provide a great place to have a picnic, play disc golf, or let the kids play. Miles of biking trails throughout the City of Brookings provide entertainment for the entire family connecting parks, neighbor-hoods, schools and other civic amenities. The city boasts an abundance of attractions and activities such as the Dakota Nature Park, Children’s Museum of South Dakota, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens Education & Visitor Center, South Dakota Ag Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center of South Dakota, Downtown @ Sundown, and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.

Brookings is a city with an extraordinary quality of life, booming job market and outstanding school system. Niche ranked Brookings School District as the #2 Best & Safest School District in South Dakota for 2017-18. In total, the Brookings School District serves over 3,400 students, has growing enrollment, and is currently the seventh largest school district in South Dakota.

Brookings is home to South Dakota State University (SDSU) with an enrollment of over 12,000 students; the largest institution of higher education in the state. SDSU creates a youthful and energetic atmosphere and offers residents exciting Division I college athletics, as well as a multitude of cultural, educational and recreational activities. The City has excellent healthcare resources, one of the nation’s lowest crime rates and is located in the lowestcost state for doing business. Brookings Health System is a non-profit, city-owned health organization offering a full range of inpatient, outpatient, surgery, home health and extended care services. Brookings Health System includes a 49 bed hospital, 79 bed nursing home, congregate senior facility, and medical clinics in Arlington, White and Volga, SD. The area is also home to a number of well-known companies that provide vast and diverse employment opportunities including: 3M Company, Daktronics, Larson Manufacturing, Bel Brands USA, Falcon Plastics, Twin City Fan, Valero Energy, and Rainbow Play Systems, just to name a few. Brookings has one of the best tax climates in the country with no personal property or personal income tax, no inheritance or corporate income tax, and no state income tax. More families are choosing Brookings for its safe, friendly, entrepreneurial, and progressive environment.

THE CITY GOVERNMENTThe City of Brookings operates under theCouncil-Manager form of government, which was adopted in 1999. A Home Rule Charter City, under South Dakota Law, the City is governed by a mayor and six council members, all elected at-large for three year overlapping terms. The City Manager serves as the Chief Administrative Officer of the City and is directly responsible to the City Council for all day-to-day operations, the financial condition and practices of municipal government and selects, appoints and directs all departments of the City.

The current City Manager has been with Brookings almost 10 years and has over 27 years of professional city management experience. The City operates with a leadership team of 13 department directors in a collaborative and open environment where people work together across departments striving to provide excellent customer service. The City has two collective bargaining units represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, one of which includes police department staff. Current contracts expire in January 2019 and a positive labor-management environment exists within the City.

WHY BROOKINGS SHOULDBE YOUR NEW HOME!

#8 Top College Towns in America (Schools.com, 2017)

#25 Best Cities for Entrepreneurs (Livability/Entrepreneur, 2017)

#2 Best School Districts in South Dakota (Niche, 2017)

#1 Best Places to Live in South Dakota (Niche, 2017 & 2016)

#89 Top 100 Best Places to Live in America (Livability, 2016)

#1 Safest College Town in America (Safewise, 2015)

#5 Safest City in America (ADTSecurity, 2015)

#1 Best & Safest Place to Live in South Dakota (Movoto, 2014)

#6 Classic American Small Towns to Visit (Destination Tips, 2014)

#5 Top 10 Best Small Towns in America (Livability, 2013)

Learn more about Brookings by visiting www.LiveInBrookings.com

THE DEPARTMENTThe Brookings Police Department is committed to providing exceptional public safety services, preserving life and property, and enhancing the community’s overall quality of life. The department’s values are: community engagement, transparency, accountability, and developing partnerships with other law enforcement agencies, citizen groups, business community, the public school system, South Dakota State University, and others.

The department has a total budget of $4.5 million and 48 full-time employees covering patrol, investigations, E-911 dispatch/communications, and animal control. Four part-time employees assist with animal control, parking enforcement, and vehicle/equipment maintenance. The department maintains an active Police Reserve force of 13 Reserve Officers. The E-911 Dispatch Center is a city-county combined system dispatching for five law enforcement agencies, nine fire departments, and five ambulance responders.

THE DEPARTMENT CONT.The department’s current structure includes the Chief, Assistant Chief, two Patrol Lieutenants, one Investigative Lieutenant, one Communications Commander, four Patrol Sergeants, one Investigative Sergeant, and 25 Patrol Officers. Additional civilian staff include: two administrative/records staff, one Evidence Technician, and eight dispatchers. One Animal Control Officer manages the Animal Control Unit. Many personnel have specialized public safety duties such as school resource, K-9, SRT, firearms training, vehicle/equipment maintenance, parking enforcement, drug task force, and others.

In 2016, the department responded to 11,601 logged reports, citations, and tickets. The E-911 Dispatch Center responded to just under 80,000 calls for service from the public and other agencies. Crime arrest records for 2016 were 8,959 for traffic, 98 for property, 366 for alcohol, 320 for drugs, and 100 for crimes against persons.

THE POSITIONThe Chief of Police is an executive management, at-will position selected by, and serves at the direction of the City Manager. The Chief is part of the City Manager’s Leadership Team. The new Chief of Police will need to be experienced, respectful, honest, ethical, and possess the highest levels of integrity and professionalism and capable of building a strong rapport with elected officials, fellow department heads, general public, local organizations, outside agencies, and most importantly, departmental employees.

PRIMARY DUTIES INCLUDE:• Manage all police functions and formulate/maintain policies and procedures for the department.

• Advise the City Manager and other appropriate public bodies on matters of public safety to ensure the proper and efficient operation of the Police Department and overall safety of the City.

• Prepare and submit an annual department budget request as directed by the City Manager and administer the budget throughout the fiscal year. Maintain/control expenditures in accordance with the budget.

• Performs departmental planning and oversees the function of departmental staffing and supervision.

• Administer the Police Dept., Animal Control, and firearms range facilities, and ensure the proper care and disposition of all property assigned to the Police Department.

• Serve as a liaison with County, State and Federal agencies involved in law enforcement matters and maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with other criminal justice systems such as prosecution, courts and court services and detention facilities.

• Represent the department before civic groups and public functions.

• Ensure compliance with policy directives, resolutions and ordinances approved by the City Council, South Dakota Codified Law, Federal Regulations and Guidelines.

• Work cooperatively and effectively with other entities to mitigate emergencies or public safety threats such as fire departments, ambulance providers, county emergency management personnel and other state and federal EMS responders.

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Institute and implement operational changes as needed.

• Personnel duties include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Oversee the coordination of activities and performance of all personnel in the department, E-911 Dispatch Center, Investigations, and the Animal Control Unit, to include special assignments, including but not limited to: K-9, SRO, FTO, SRT, and gun range.

• Maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with Sheriff’s Department, University Police Department, Highway Patrol, and other law enforcement jurisdictions.

• Responsible for researching supply and equipment needs for the department, including preparation of specifications for purchases and procurement of equipment and supplies.

Additional duties, responsibilities and essential position functions are outlined in the Chief of Police job description, which is available on the City of Brookings website at www.cityofbrookings.org/chiefofpolice.

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES &

PRIORITIES FOR THE NEXT CHIEF

The ideal candidate needs to:

- Expand community-oriented policing as a cultural institution throughout the department.

- Develop and implement a Departmental Strategic Plan.

- Develop plans for effective retention and recruitment of departmental staff.

- Formalize strategic training to better equip all staff and target specific training to personnel needing it.

- Strengthen public safety relationships through partnerships with other agencies and the community.

- Review departmental operations, policies, and procedures for improved efficiencies and effectiveness.

- Ensure that all activities are executed in a responsible, transparent, accountable, and

THE IDEAL CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate needs to be a highly committed leader who will work cooperatively and collaboratively with the community, department, and city leaders. This person must have demonstrated experience as a strategic thinker, have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and be motivated to make fundamental improvements and transformational changes to move the department forward.

The new Chief will be a leader, coach, and mentor, who will possess strong leadership skills and communicate a strong sense of vision for the department and the community. He/she will be a person of integrity who leads by example, a team player and is passionate about the position. In addition, he/she will treat people fairly and consistently; and earn the trust and respect of the department and community. The successful candidate must possess a proven track record of being highly respected, both professionally and personally, by peers, colleagues, organizational partners, and staff.

The successful candidate will be a consensus builder who reaches out to unify the department and aid the community in revitalizing its image, managing its growth, and planning for its future. Subordinates andcommunity members must find the Chief to be open and accessible and committed to strong internal and external collaborative two-way

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE CONT.

communications. The Chief must embrace new technology, be open to change and innovation, and encourage the same in others. This is a position of public trust, and there can be no question with regard to personal or professional ethics. The successful candidate must be decisive and have strong supervisory and staff leadership skills as well as the ability tomotivate, empower, and lead employees.Within the department, it will be crucial for the Chief to foster an atmosphere of teamwork by determining goals and providing clear and concise direction. The Chief will be expected to be appreciative of the significance of diversity within all aspects of the department and community and have innovative solutions to attracting, retaining and promoting diversity.

The Chief should display a long-term commitment to the community, which will aid in helping to establish a strong vision. The successful candidate must be able to make a lasting and positive impact on organizational culture. The Chief’s ongoing personal presence and involvement in the community will help facilitate and implement programs associated with that vision and contribute to the Chief’s long-term, public service success.

QUALIFICATIONS,EDUCATION AND

EXPERIENCE

The Chief is expected to possess the competencies identified in this candidate profile. Additional qualifications include:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice or related field and a minimum of ten (10) years progressive responsible experience in law enforcement including management/ command level experience of at least five (5) years preferred. Previous experience in Police Administration in a municipal setting desired.

• Master’s degree and Advanced Law Enforcement Training are preferred.

• Successful completion of a senior executive-level police academy such as FBI National Academy, Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command, etc. preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to assume responsibility and discretion in decision-making and supervision of subordinate personnel which impact the daily operations of a full service law enforcement agency.

• Experienced across all functional areas; patrol, support services, investigations, and other specialized units.

• Extensive knowledge of principles, policies, codes, laws and statutes relating to law enforcement operations required. Applicants with prior law enforcement related budget preparation experience preferred. • Ability to successfully pass an extensive criminal background and credit history investigation.

• Certified law enforcement officer in the State of South Dakota or able to obtain certification as required under the South Dakota Law Enforcement Standards and Training Act within six (6) months of hire date.

• Articulate with ability to demonstrate good communications skills both orally and in writing.

COMPENSATION ANDPRIMARY BENEFITS

COMPENSATIONAnnual salary range of $84,223 to $113,702. Starting salary dependent upon credentials, experience, skills and education.

RETIREMENTParticipation in South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS); 8% payroll deduction matched with 8% employer contribution.

HEALTH/LIFE INSURANCECity provides 85% of premium for all levels of coverage under a group health plan, 75% of single premium is paid towards all levels of dental and vision plans, and 100% for group life insurance.

LEAVE TIMEEmployees earn 6.67 hours/month for the first five years of service and increases with each five-year increment of years of service toward vacation. Sick leave is earned at 12 hours/month. Exempt employees have 10 paid holidays.

• Knowledgeable regarding the use of technology to include computer hardware, software and accessories.

• Ability to deal firmly, decisively and tactfully with other employees, City Officials, and the general public; and to cultivate and maintain positive public relations.

Additional qualifications, education and experience requirements are outlined in the complete Chief of Police job description, which is available on the city website atwww.cityofbrookings.org/chiefofpolice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe Chief of Police will be required to reside in the city limits of Brookings, SD within six (6) months of start date.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

If interested in this position, please submit a let-ter of interest and detailed resume to:

City of Brookings Donna Langland, Human Resources Director

Attn: Human Resources Department520 Third Street – Suite 230

PO Box 270 Brookings, SD 57006

Phone: 605.697.8668 / Fax: 605.697.8661E-mail: dlangland@cityofbrookings.org

http://www.cityofbrookings.org

Please note that in order to continue in the process and be considered an actual applicant for this position, applicants will be required to complete the official on-line application at www.cityofbrookings.org. The position is open until filled with the first review of resumes/on-line applications to be conducted by approximately November 1, 2017.

Following the first review date, on-line applications/resumes will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this brochure. Failure to complete all pertinent information may lead to elimination from competition. Selection will be based on best fit, competency, education/training, and experience as it relates to the position of Chief of Police, successful completion of reference checks, and a potential site visit.

The City of Brookings is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer