SHERIFFS COMMANDER

$10,909 - $14,862/Yr

County Of Monterey - Salinas, CA

Part-time,Full-time - Manager

Salinas, CA

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Sheriff's Commander is responsible for managing, supervising, and organizing the work of a station, division, or departmental function within the Sheriff's Office. This role involves overseeing law enforcement operations, conducting research and analysis to support executive management, and ensuring public safety in Monterey County through various services such as patrol, investigations, and custody operations.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, coordinates, and directs law enforcement operations for teams, programs, units, divisions, or stations.
• Assesses critical needs, assigns personnel, allocates resources, and coordinates workflow to solve complex problems.
• Develops, assists, implements, and issues detailed guidance and directives for goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Oversees and manages a budget for a station, division, program, or departmental functions, including evaluating personnel and equipment needs.
• Manages sensitive and confidential matters affecting employees and operations, including investigations of grievances and misconduct.
• Develops strategic plans for crime prevention, investigation, and the care of inmates.
• Coordinates complex law enforcement activities with other agencies and serves as incident commander during emergencies.
• Prepares and presents reports and conducts meetings with various stakeholders.

Requirements

• Two years of experience equivalent to the Monterey County classification of Sheriff's Sergeant in corrections, patrol, or investigations.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License at the time of appointment.
• Possess a current California BASIC P.O.S.T. Certificate and a Supervisory Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in managing law enforcement operations.
• Knowledge of financial administration and control procedures.
• Ability to negotiate agreements and resolve conflicts.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.