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City of Stamford —Stamford, CT
- $146,922 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Senior level
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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POLICE CAPTAIN

City of Stamford -
Stamford, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$146,922 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Pension plan
Vision insurance
Union benefits
Life insurance

Qualifications

Community relationship building

Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Chief of Police and Assistant Chiefs, performs responsible administrative, supervisory and technical work in a bureau or specialized section of the Police Department; does related work as required.

Supervision Received: Under the general direction of the Chief of Police and Assistant Chiefs.
Supervision Exercised: Plans, directs and coordinates all personnel and activities of a bureau or specialized section of the Police Department.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs related duties as required.
Plans, directs and coordinates all personnel and activities of a bureau or specialized section of the Police Department.
Assumes primary command responsibility as required at major incidents.
Supervises Lieutenants, Sergeants, Police Officers, and civilian personnel within area of responsibility.
Responsible for the effective and efficient use of resources to accomplish the mission, goals and objectives of the Department.
Conducts review and analysis audits of effectiveness of area of command and makes recommendations for improvement.
Reviews actions of subordinate commanders/supervisors.
Ensures personnel follow federal, state and local laws as well as Department policy and procedures.
Supervises the continuous training and development of personnel.
Promotes and maintains positive relationships with the community, related criminal justice agencies, city departments and the media.
Keeps supervisors abreast of Department and/or community problems through written and oral reports.
Meets and confers with members of the community regarding public safety issues.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Thorough knowledge of the management of police operations and administration, such as community policing.
Thorough knowledge of controlling laws, ordinances, and department policy, procedure, rules and regulations.
Skill in the use and care of firearms and in the operation of motor vehicles.
Ability to plan and organize the performance of a large number of police officers and civilian personnel.
Ability to behave in a positive and fair manner in order to gain and maintain the confidence, support, cooperation and satisfaction of the community.
Ability to plan and coordinate the Department’s response to major events/incidents. ?Ability to analyze situations and information and make proper judgment.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Sufficient strength, endurance and agility to perform duties of the class.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position is open only to permanent full-time employees of the Stamford Police Department, who meet the qualifications stated below.

A Lieutenant must have served two (2) years as a Lieutenant as of the date of the test for Captain in order to qualify to take such test.

SCOPE OF EXAMINATION: There will be an assessment center weighted 100%.

EXAMINATION DATES: Assessment Center – Sunday, October 25, 2026

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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

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