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2016-11-22 Special MeetingNOVEMBER 22, 2016, SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING 55 SE 3RD AVENUE * COUNCIL CHAMBERS * OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 SUMMARY OF COUNCIL ACTION AGENDA CALL TO ORDER - Mayor November 22, 2016, City Council Special Meeting, 9:00 A.M. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk Mayor James E. Kirk Council Member Noel A. Chandler Council Member Mike O'Connor Council Member Gary Ritter Council Member Dowling R. Watford, Jr. City Administrator Marcos Montes De Oca City Attorney John R. Cook City Clerk Lane Gamiotea III. NEW BUSINESS A. Review the Twenty-four (24) applications for the position of Chief of Police and approve which applicants will be offered an interview. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE Mayor Kirk called the November 22, 2016, Special City Council Meeting to order at 9:02 A.M. Clerk Gamiotea called the roll: Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Present PAGE 1 OF 7 The purpose of this special meeting was to review the applications received by the deadline of October 28, 2016, for the Chief of Police position and decide which applicants would be offered an interview. The City Council could also extend the deadline. Clerk Gamiotea provided the Mayor, City Council, Attorney Cook, and Administrator MontesDeOca with a spread sheet of all twenty-four applicants' information listed in alphabetical order; whether they were claiming Veterans Preference; education; experience as a Police Chief; law enforcement officer certification; job titles and years employed; date available; city and state. Additionally, each also received a notebook with a copy of the application forms, resumes, letters of recommendations, and responses to the written questionnaire. The advertised requirements for the applicant were: to be a Florida Certified Law Enforcement Officer upon the date of hire; meet the minimum qualifications listed in Florida Statute 943,13; a Bachelor's Degree in Police Science, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Public Administration or related field; or minimum five years' experience in Police Administration with at least three years being in a high-ranking command/position; or any equivalent combination of training and significant experience as a Police Chief, Sheriff, Under Sheriff, Major, or Captain may be substituted for the education requirement; be a resident of Okeechobee (or areas in adjacent counties with an Okeechobee address) within six months of employment. The advertised salary was $58,455.67 minimum, negotiable. NOVEMBER 22, 2016 - SPECIAL MEETING - PAGE 2 OF 7 Wei AGENDA III. NEIN BUSINESS A. Review the Twenty-four (24) applications for the position of Chief of Police and approve which applicants will be offered an interview continued. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE The applications reviewed and listed in alphabetical order consisted of No. 1 Mr. Christopher Alexander of Franklinville, North Carolina who has a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of North Carolina and an Associate's Degree from Edison State College. He holds Law Enforcement Officer certificates in Florida, North Carolina, and New York. He is currently employed as a Criminal Magistrate for the State of North Carolina and a Public Safety Officer at Novant Health. He was previously employed as an Embedded Police Mentor Supervisor, Police Liaison Officer, and International Police Advisor for DynCorp International; Police Officer for Greensboro, Punta Gorda, Boiling Spring Lakes, New York City, and New York City Transit Police Departments; Security Manager for Same Ash Music and Security Officer for St. Anthony Hospital; an Investigator for Juvenile Justice; a Teacher's Assistant; and self-employed. He also served in the United States Marine Corps. No. 2 Mr. Jeffery Cavender of Momence, Illinois who has a Masters in Public Administration from Governors St. University and a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from St. Leo University. He holds a Law Enforcement Officer certificate in Illinois. He has been employed as the Police Chief of Momence since 2013 and is an Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University. He was previously employed as Chief for the Village of Grant Park and Officer for the Orland and Momence Police Departments. No. 3. Mr. H. Brent Coates of Interlachen, Florida has a Bachelor's Degree from Barry University in Professional Studies and is a certified Florida law enforcement officer. His is currently the Head Softball Coach at Palatka High School. Previously he was the Police Chief of the City of St. Albans. He was employed by the Florida Highway Patrol from 1983-2011 making rank from Officer to Major, Academy Director, and Chief -in -Training. No. 4. Mr. Marty Faulkner of Okeechobee has an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice from Vincennes University and holds a Florida Law Enforcement certificate. He has been a Senior Detective with the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office since 1995. Additionally, he is a retired Sergeant Major in the United States Army Reserves. No. 5. Mr. Alfredo Ferrer of Cutler Bay, Florida has a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from Florida International University and is a Florida certified Law Enforcement Officer. He is currently employed as the Senior Executive Director of Security and Public Safety for National Harbor and a Reserve Special Agent with the U.S. Coast Guard since 1984. He was previously employed as a Security Director for Swire Properties, Senior Investigator for American Airlines Corporation. From 1989 to 2016 he was with the Miami Dade Police Department making rank throughout the years from Officer, Detective, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and Major upon retirement. No. 6 Mr. Alexander Freeman of Riviera Beach, Florida has a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration from Barry University and is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer. He is recently retired from the City of Riviera Beach Police Department, having served since 1993. His ranks included Patrol Officer, Detective, Sergeant, Inspection Section Commander, Administrative Lieutenant, Internal Affairs, and Major. 60 NOVEMBER 22, 2016 - SPECIAL MEETING - PAGE 3 OF 7 AGENDA I COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE 11 III. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED A. Review the Twenty-four (24) applications for the position of Chief of Police and approve which applicants will be offered an interview continued. No. 7 Mr. Dale LaFlam of Okeechobee has an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice Technology from Indian River State College and is a Florida certified Law Enforcement Officer. He is currently employed with the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office as a Deputy and has worked in this capacity with this agency from 1977-1997, 2001-2008, and since 2010 with plans to retire in 2017. Additionally, he has worked as a Deputy for the Highlands County Sheriff's Office . No. 8 Mr. Kenneth Leedham of Port St. Lucie, Florida has a Bachelor's Degree in Public Safety, an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, and an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice Technology all from Indian River State College; he is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer. He is currently an Officer 2 and Field Training Officer for the City of Stuart Police Department; he previously was employed from 2001 to 2011 as a Deputy for St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office. No. 9 Mr. Thomas Levins of Okeechobee as a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from Mountain State University and is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer. He is the Director of Security for Correct Care Recovery Solutions and a Reserve Deputy for Glades County Sheriff's Office 2003-2016. He was previously employed as the Chief of Security for the Florida Department of Corrections from 1985-1998, and Officer for the Lantana Police Department. No. 10 Mr. Daryl Lewis of Okeechobee graduated from Okeechobee High School and is a Florida certified Law Enforcement Officer. He retired in January 2016 from the Glades County Sheriff's Office as a Captain. He was employed with them since 2004, and previously as a Corrections and Communications Officer 1984-1990. He worked at the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office as an Investigator, Road Patrol Deputy, Sergeant and K-9 Deputy. No. 11 Mr. William Markham of Okeechobee is a graduate of Okeechobee High School and a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer. He is currently employed at Gilbert Outdoors and is an Auxiliary Deputy for Glades County Sheriff's Office. He was previously employed as a Site and Equipment Manager for WSI Progressive Waste Corporation; Supervisor for Highlands Solid Fumigation. He was employed with the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office from 1991-2008 serving from Deputy, Corrections Officer, Road Patrol Corporal, Sergeant, Investigator, Public Information Officer, Communications, and Administration Lieutenant. No. 12 Ms. Deborah McCray of Loxahatchee, Florida has a Master's of Science from Palm Beach Atlantic University, a Bachelor's Degree from Florida A&M, and an Associate's Degree from Miami Dade Community College. She is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer currently employed as a Sergeant with Highland Beach Police Department and previously employed as an Officer with the Palm Beach School District as well as the Miami Dade Police Department from 1981-2004. NOVEMBER 22, 2016 - SPECIAL MEETING - PAGE 4 OF 7 61 AGENDA III. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED A. Review the Twenty-four (24) applications for the position of Chief of Police and approve which applicants will be offered an interview continued. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE No. 13 Mr. Paul Miles of Okeechobee has a Master's of Science in Criminal Justice from Lynn University and a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration from Barry University. He is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer having worked with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office since 2005 serving in the ranks of Deputy, Corrections, Lieutenant, Captain, and Commander for Districts 1 and 9. He is currently an Adjunct Professor at Kaplain University, a previous Adjunct Professor for South University and Palm Beach State College. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1979 to 2007 retiring as a Master Sergeant. No. 14 Mr. Robert Owens of Fredericksburg, Virginia has an Associate's Degree in Data Processing from Germanna Community College and is a certified Virginia Law Enforcement Officer. He recently retired as an Administration Lieutenant with the Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office. He previously worked as a Senior, Assistant, and Special Agent for the Virginia Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control; Officer for the City of Fredericksburg 1987-2002; and Volunteer Rescue Squad/EMT for Fredericksburg Rescue Squad. No. 15 Mr. Robert Pastula of Alva, Florida has a Master's of Science from the University of Alabama in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor's Degree in Social and Behavioral Science from University of South Florida. He is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer currently employed as a Captain/Reserve Officer for the Lee County Port Authority Police Department. He was previous employed as a Police Chief for the University of North Alabama from 2009-2015; Assistant Chief and Supervisory Deputy with the US Marshal Service 1981-2009; FHP Trooper, Deputy for the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office and Officer for the Keego Harbor Police Department. No. 16 Mr. Robert Peterson of Okeechobee is the City's current Interim Chief. He has served as the Police Major since 2004; he has served in the ranks of Detective Sergeant, Sergeant, and Officer upon employment on December 27, 1996. He was previously employed with the Department from 1983-1987 as an Officer. He has also worked at the Glades County Sheriff's Office as a Deputy and Chief Deputy and the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office; and as an Officer with the Seminole Police Department. He has an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice from Indian River State College and is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer. He was enlisted and served in the U.S. Coast Guard. No. 17 Dr. Thomas Santarlas of Riverview, Florida has a PHD from Capella University, Masters of Science from the University of Baltimore, and Bachelor's Degree from Grand Valley State University in Criminal Justice. He has a Florida Law Enforcement certificate and currently is employed as a Professor at the University of Tampa, Instructor for the loth Judicial Circuit Court, President/CEO of SG, Inc., as well as a Magistrate for Hillsborough Board of County Commissioners. Previously he was Deputy Chief for Colemen and Officer for Leesburg Police Departments. President/CEO of Investigative Analysis and Tampa Processing Services, Professor for University of Phoenix and St. Leo University. 62 NOVEMBER 22, 2016 - SPECIAL MEETING - PAGE 5 OF 7 AGENDA III. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED A. Review the Twenty-four (24) applications for the position of Chief of Police and approve which applicants will be offered an interview continued. COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE No. 18 Mr. Bill Saum of Okeechobee has been employed with the City Police Department since 1983. He has served as a Dispatcher, Officer, and Detective. Previously he was employed with the City Maintenance Department from 1981-1983 and a Laborer for Black Industrial Buried Cables. He is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer and a graduate from Fort Pierce Central High School. No. 19 Mr. Mark Shireman of Okeechobee has a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management from Florida International University, an Associate's Degree from Indian River State College and is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer. He is currently a Detective with the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office. Previously he was employed at the City Police Department from 2002-2007 as an Officer and Detective. He worked in many positions for the Largo Police Department, 1994-2001 from Officer, Sergeant, and Crime Scene Technician; Police Aid, Clerk and Dispatcher for the FIU Public Safety Division and a Dispatcher for the Belle Glade Police Department. No. 20 Mr. Keith Stripling of Okeechobee has an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice Technology from Indian River State College and is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer. He has been employed with the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office since 1999 as a Deputy and Sergeant as well as an Adjunct Instructor at IRSC. Previously he was a Corrections Officer for the Florida Department of Corrections, in Okeechobee, New River, and for Martin County Sheriff's Office. He was enlisted and served in the U.S. Army Reserves. No. 21 Mr. Ted Van Deman of Okeechobee has a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology from Florida State University and an Associate's Degree from Indian River State College. He is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer and has been employed with the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office since 1992 serving in the ranks of Deputy, Corporal, and Detective. No. 22 Mr. John Webb of Loxahatchee, Florida is recently retired from the Miami Dade Police Department where he has served since 1981 as an Officer, Corporal, Sergeant, Lieutenant for the Juvenile Assessment Center, Intracoastal District, Carol City District, Narcotics Bureau, Midwest District, and Captain of Kendall and Intracoastal Districts. He is a certified Florida Law Enforcement Officer with an Illinois general education diploma. No. 23 Mr. Dwayne Wheeler of Kincaid, Illinois is currently enrolled at Lewis University and is employed as Chief for the Kincaid Police Department since 2015. Previously he was an Investigator for County County Medical Examiner; Finance Leasing for Sullivan, Inc; and a Sergeant for the Maywood Police Department. He is an Illinois certified Law Enforcement Officer and served in the U.S. Air Force. No. 24 Mr. Lester Yeates of Okeechobee is currently enrolled at Barry University working toward his Bachelor's Degree. He has an Associate's Degree from Indian River State College in Criminal Justice. He has been employed with the Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office since 1992 serving from Deputy, Correctional Officer, Corporal, Sergeant, Road Patrol Lieutenant to Administrative and Training Lieutenant. He was previously employed as a Radio Repair Technician for CML Communications. NOVEMBER 22, 2016 - SPECIAL MEETING - PAGE 6 OF 7 63 AGENDA 11 COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE III. NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED A. Review the Twenty-four (24) applications for the position of Chief of Police and approve which applicants will be offered an interview continued. Mayor Kirk asked each Council Member to write a list of their top ten applicants in no particular order. The tally was Applicants No. 4 and 13 were on all five of the lists. No. 16 was on four of the lists. No. 1, 2, 3, 5, 18, and 23 were on two of the lists. No. 6, 7, 8, 11, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, and 24 were listed only once. However, Council Member Chandler only provided three names, Council Member O'Connor only four and Council Member Watford provided nine. At this time the consensus was that Applicants No. 4, 13, and 16 would be interviewed. The Mayor then asked each to pick four from Applicants No. 1, 2, 3, 5, 18, and 23. Council Members Chandler and O'Connor chose not to participate as the applicants they wished to interview were already selected. Applicants No. 2 and 5 were on all three lists. No. 3 and 23 were on two of the lists. No. 1 and 18 were listed only once. It was agreed to add Applicants No. 2 and 5 to be interviewed. Applicants No. 1, 4, 5, 13, 16, 20, and 23 claimed Veterans Preference. Of those, No. 4, 5, 13, and 16 were selected to be interviewed based on their qualifications. However, upon the City Council comparing the advertised requirements against the qualifications listed for Applicants No. 20 and 23, it was determined they did not meet the minimum qualifications. As advised by Attorney Cook, Clerk Gamiotea was instructed to notify Mr. Stripling and Mr. Wheeler of the City Council's determination and that they would not automatically be entitled to a personal interview under Veterans Preference. However, should they disagree with this determination, the City would, include their application for a personal interview so long as they supplied a written response to the City Clerk in a timely manner. Attorney Cook further explained that since Applicant No. 1 claimed Veterans Preference and met the minimum advertised requirements he would be entitled to an automatic interview. The Mayor and Council instructed Clerk Gamiotea to extend an invitation for an interview to No. 2 Mr. Cavender, No. 4 Mr. Faulkner No. 5 Mr. Ferrer No. 13 Mr. Miles No. 16 Mr. Peterson and No. 1 Mr. Alexander being sure he understood he made the interview list specifically due to his Veterans Preference; to be conducted at a Special City Council Meeting on Monday, December 12, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. The Council further agreed that applicants will not be reimbursed any expenses to attend the interviews. In regards to the interview questions, the Mayor and Council would be provided a copy of the questions used during the City Administrator interviews along with other information from the Clerks Office. Council Members were also instructed by the Mayor to forward any specific questions they want to include to the Clerk so that she can coordinate with Mayor Kirk for the final version In regards to salary negotiations, the Mayor and Council determined to use the amount Chief Davis was making at the time of his retirement as a maximum. NOVEMBER 22, 2016 - SPECIAL MEETING - PAGE 7 OF 7 AGENDA IV. ADJOURN MEETING — Mayor Please take notice and be advised that when a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, he/she may need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. City Clerk media are for the sole purpose of backup for official records of the Clerk. Dowling R. Watford, r., Mayor ATT T: Lane amiotea, CM ; City Clerk COUNCIL ACTION - DISCUSSION - VOTE There being no further discussion, nor items on the agenda, Mayor Kirk adjourned the meeting at 10:03 A.M. STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF OKEECHOBEE Before the undersigned authority personally appeared Katrina Elsken, who on oath says she is the Publisher of the Okeechobee News, a three times a week Newspaper published at Okeechobee, in Okeechobee County, Florida, that the attached copy of advertisement being ac in the matter of �3 l in the 19th Judicial District of the Circuit Court of Okeechobee County, Florida, was published in said newspaper in the issues of Affiant further says that the said Okeechobee News is a newspaper published at Okeechobee, in said Okeechobee County, Florida, and that said newspaper has heretofore been published continuously in said Okeechobee County, Florida each week and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in Okeechobee, in said Okeechobee County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first publication of the attached copy of advertisement, and affiant further says that she has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, commission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in the said newspaper. Katrina Elsken Sworn to an scribedde me this ��,U day of �/ - AD Notary Public, State of Florida at Large =�. •`.; ANGIEBRIGGES AID' CGA4MIS.SIiiN # Ff= 97E145 =" :* EXPIRES: Apd!ZOO, 2020 Bonded Thfu Notary Public: UndefvYdter , tho FILC Okeechobee News 107 SW 17th Street, Suite D Okeechobee, Florida 34974 NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING BY THE CITY COUNCIL ICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Okeechobee City Council will a Special Meeting, on November 22, 2016, 9 AM, or as soon the as possible at City Hall, 55 SE 3rd Avenue, Council Chambers Re The discussion shall be confined to reviewing the 24 applications osition of Chief of Police and approve which applicants will be offe led to attend. The agenda may be or by calling the Office of the City ANY PERSON DECIDING TO APPEAL any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceeding is made and the record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal will be based. In accor- dance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), any person with a disability as defined by the ADA, that needs special accommodation to par- ticipate in this proceeding, contact the City Clerk's Office no later than two business days prior to proceeding, 863-763-3372. BE ADVISED that should you intend to show any document, picture, video or items to the Council in support or opposition to any item on the agenda; a copy of the document, picture, video, or item MUST be provided to the City Clerk for the City's records. or James E. Kirk ON 11/18/2016 CITY OF OKEECHOBEE 55 SE 3RD AVENUE ♦ COUNCIL CHAMBERS ♦ OKEECHOBEE, FL 34974 NOVEMBER 22, 2016 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OFFICIAL AGENDA PAGE 1 OF 1 CALL TO ORDER — Mayor: November 22, 2016, City Council Special Meeting, 9:00 a.m. ( I l ) F\ Cl l\ k `� MAYOR, COUNCIL MEMBERS, AND STAFF ATTENDANCE - City Clerk Mayor James E. Kirk ✓ Council Member Noel Chandler ✓ Council Member Mike O'Connor Council Member Gary Ritter ✓ Council Member Dowling R. Watford, Jr. v� Administrator Marcos Montes De Oca Attorney John R. Cook Clerk Lane Gamiotea III. NEW BUSINESS A. Review Twenty -Four (24) applications for the position of Chief of Police and approve which applicants will be offered an interview. IV. ADJOURN MEETING .Cil_tM U-J/ PLEASE TAKE NOTICE AND BE ADVISED that if any person desires to appeal any decision made by the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this proceeding, such interested person will need a record of the proceeding, and for such purpose may need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. City Clerk recordings are for the sole purpose of backup for official records of the Clerk. 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In that instance, the code requires in the case of veterans, that a higher level that has authority to overturn that decision, in this case the city council, shall review the decision to ensure that the determination was correct. So, at our meeting on November 22, if any veteran applications have been determined to not meet minimum qualifications, the council must review the application, compare the advertised qualifications, and either confirm or reverse the decision, and notify the applicant accordingly. While not set out or required in the code, if a veteran applicant still contests the decision and demands an interview, the better practice would be to permit the applicant to make his or her case in the interview process along with all the others. Regardless, a rejected veteran still retains the right to pursue a grievance procedure directly to the veterans administration. 6k JCook �- City Attorney 55 S.E. Third Avenue • Okeechobee, Florida 34974-2903 • (863) 763-3372 • Fax: (863) 763-1686 55A-7.011 Employment Preference When Numerically Based Selection Process Is Not Used. (1) When open positions are not filled based upon examination scores or numerically -based selection, and are .not among the exempt positions described in Section 295.07(4), F.S., Veterans' Preference in appointment, employment, and retention requires that a preference -eligible applicant be given special consideration and priority at each step of the selection process. (2) Preference -eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the open position shall be considered for selection and shall be granted an interview in all cases. (3) When two equally -qualified preference -eligible applicants are considered for an open position, selection preference shall be awarded first to paragraphs (a) and (b) of this subsection, and second to paragraphs (c) through (g) of this subsection: (a) Those disabled veterans who possess the minimum qualifications necessary to discharge the duties: 1. Who have served on active duty in any branch of the United States Armed Forces, have received an honorable discharge, and have established the present existence of a service -connected disability that is compensable under public laws administered by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs; or 2. Who are receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension by reason of public laws administered by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and the United States Department of Defense. (b) The spouse of a person who has a total disability, permanent in nature, resulting from a service -connected disability and who, because of this disability, cannot qualify for employment, and the spouse of a person missing in action, captured in line of duty by a hostile force, or forcibly detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power who possesses the minimum qualifications necessary to discharge the duties. (c) A wartime veteran as defined in Section 1.01(14), F.S., who has served at least 1 day in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, including any armed forces expeditionary medal or the global war on terrorism medal, or during one of the specified periods of wartime service. (d) The unremarried widow or widower of a veteran who died of a service -connected disability. (;,) The mother, father, legal guardian, or unremarried widow or widower of a member of the United States Armed Forces who died in the line of duty under combat -related conditions, as verified by the Department of Defense. (f) A veteran as defined in Section 1.01(14), F.S. (g) A current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard. (4) At each stage of the hiring process, if a preference -eligible applicant meets minimum qualifications necessary to discharge the duties of the position, he or she will advance to the next step in the public employer's selection process. (5) If, at any step in the selection process, a determination is made that the preference -eligible applicant is not qualified to advance to a subsequent step in the selection process, a higher level of management having authority to overturn the initial determination shall review such determination to ensure that the determination was correct. (6) Appointments to positions subject to collective bargaining agreements are to be made from the appropriate register or employment list in accordance with these augmented ratings. Rulemaking Authority 295.07(2) FS. Law Implemented 295.085 FS. History -New 3-30-88, Formerly 22VP-1.011, Amended 2-12-90, 7-12-93, 12- 27-98, 12-28-04, 6-11-08, 6-27-16. t POSITION TITLE: CHIEF OF POLICE LAST REVI$ED:V24(%Lc .OF'oKFF(.y Department: Police Type: Full -Time Reports To: Mayor & City Council Annual Salary: $58,455.67 minimum, negotiable o ' Supervision Duties: Yes Opening Date: August 26, 2016 �d FLSA Status: Exempt Closing Date: October 28, 2016 The job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities for the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in thejob. The duties and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. MAJOR FUNCTION: Chief Law Enforcement Officer for the City of Okeechobee is responsible for all operations of the Police Department and all administrative duties including personnel management and staffing, budgeting and fiscal management, and development of policies. The Police Chief directs and guides departmental staff toward achieving established goals and objectives. Work is performed with independence, discretion, and latitude in interpreting and applying policies, rules, regulations, and statutes. Provides professional assistance and coordinates activities with other City Departments and outside agencies in areas of expertise; fosters cooperative working relationships with citizen groups and other agencies on law enforcement matters. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Administrative: a. Performs and oversees departmental planning and develops the outline of work to be done. b. Establishes methods for accomplishing departmental short and long-range goals and daily objectives; ensure departmental goals and objectives are consistent and compatible with those set by the City. c. Maintains regular contact and fosters constructive and productive working relationships with elected and other officials of the City, other municipalities, County, State and Federal agencies, professional and technical groups, community organizations, and the general public in connection with Department activities and services. d. Prepares Department annual operating and capital improvement budgets, submits budget requests, and maintains proper controls of adopted Department budget; performs financial and economic analysis necessary for effective program operation and fiscal management. e. Performs periodic review and offers updates to the City Code of Ordinances, city-wide and departmental manuals, handbooks, and regulations. f. Responds to public and other inquiries relating to law enforcement, public safety, and Department policies and procedures in coordination with the City Attorney and/or City Administrator. g. Monitors intergovernmental actions affecting the Department and takes action necessary to sustain and enhance the ability of the Department to meet the needs of the community. h. Coordinates activities and provides assistance via Department personnel and equipment where required or requested, with other City Departments and/or governmental agencies. i. Oversees research for grant funding opportunities including the application process, project management, and supervision of expenditures made from awarded funds. j. Prepares and presents reports and other necessary correspondences to the City Council, the Technical Review Committee, the Safety Committee, and the various citizen boards. 2. Supervisory: a. Establishes and organizes policies, standards, and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of personnel and operations. b. Supervises personnel either directly or through subordinates; advises/assists personnel in non -routine criminal investigations and difficult situations. c. Determines departmental work priorities; approves work schedules. d. Provides leadership and direction to personnel for the safe and efficient care of the City's facilities, inventory, and Job Description Police Chief - Page 1 of 5 equipment. e. Maintains harmony among workers and resolves grievances. f. Manages functions of personnel for the purpose of hiring, annual performance evaluations, recommending salary increases/transfer/promotion and disciplinary action while coordinating these functions with the City Administrator and City Clerk. g. Ensures the City Personnel Policies and Procedures, Drug Free Work Place Policy, and Workers Compensation Policy are carried out and administered consistently, including filing of proper forms, documentation and notifications to other City Departments. 3. Management: a. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; provides suggestions, advice, and support to personnel, other City Departments, and residents. b. Resolves complaints in a prompt and courteous manner, communicating professionally and effectively, orally and in writing. c. Exhibits behavior consistent with the values of the City through excellent customer service, creative problem solving, decision -making, and stewardship of City resources. d. Provides public information on law enforcement and public safety in coordination with the City Attorney and/or City Administrator. e. Ensures the City Safety Policy is implemented and practiced to ensure the safety of employees and the general public; provides updates and recommends changes to policy as necessary to the Public Risk Manager; serves as a member of the City Safety Committee. f. Responsible for all Departmental official documents and records; coordinates with the City Clerk's Office for appropriate records management and destruction of records. g. Attends and serves as the Sergeant at Arms at City Council meetings. Meeting times may be outside business hours. h. Attends the Technical Review Committee meetings and serves as a voting member. i. Serves as staff on a variety of boards and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence. Boards include, but are not limited to, Code Enforcement Board, Planning Board, Board of Adjustments, Design Review Board, Okeechobee County Emergency Management, and other citizen boards as created by Council from time to time or as directed by Florida Statutes. Meeting times may be outside business hours. j. Facilitates negotiation, preparation, and management of contractual agreements with other agencies and vendors for the Department. Includes, but is not limited to, the annual/bi-annual contracts for vehicle lease/purchase program, Department equipment, software and services, and security for City buildings and facilities. k. Attends seminars and workshops to keep abreast of current methods, technology and supervisory techniques; delegates Department employees' attendance of same for training, continuing education and certifications. I. Provide assistance to neighboring governments per mutual aid agreements. 4. Other: a. Able and willing to work the hours necessary to accomplish assigned duties; attend evening meetings and/or critical events and activities. b. Travel out of town as necessary to attend workshops, conferences, seminars, and meetings during work and non -work hours. c. Ability to maintain security and confidentiality. d. Perform duties as outlined in appropriate Florida Statutes. e. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Job Description Police Chief - Page 2 of 5 1. Knowledge of: a. Principles, practices, and techniques of modern law enforcement, investigation, patrol, community services, and related police services. b. Principles and practices of organization, management, budget development, and personnel administration. c. Occupational hazards of law enforcement work and the necessary safety precautions. d. Criminal laws, ordinances, regulations, statutes, and court interpretations including rights of citizens, apprehension, arrest, search and seizure, and rules of evidence. e. Laws, ordinances, regulations, and statutes to be enforced by the Police Department. f. Community geography and demographics. g. Effective leadership principles and practices. 2. Ability to: a. Plan, evaluate, assign, and coordinate activities performed by the Police Department. b. Motivate, manage, and supervise employees with varying levels of education and work experience. c. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City Departments, public agencies, the news media, and the general public. d. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with the public, elected officials, members of boards and commissions, Department heads, other employees of the City, and employees of other governmental agencies. e. Apply good judgment to effectively and diplomatically deal with subordinates and the public, reacting calmly and quickly in emergency situations. f. Perform job responsibilities in a timely manner in order to meet scheduled deadlines. g. Physically and mentally work independently. h. Coordinate, delegate and negotiate. i. Represent the City in public speaking requests and special events. This may require outside office hours. j. Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate complex programs and operations activities. k. Maintain proficiency in the use of firearms, communications, automotive and other equipment. I. Analyze complex managerial and administrative problems, formulate innovative solutions, and take independent unilateral actions. Licenses, Certificates, Additional Requirements: a. Must meet qualifications as stated and outlined in Florida Statue 943.13. b. Certified by the State of Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as a Police Officer or qualified to be Certified by the State of Florida after appointment. c. United States Citizen or a resident alien of the State of Florida. d. Valid Florida Driver's License. (1) Must possess and maintain a clean driving record. e. High School Diploma or equivalent. f. Within six months of employment, must be a resident of Okeechobee County, Buckhead Ridge area of Glades County, or any areas lying outside the perimeters of Okeechobee County that are issued Okeechobee addresses. g. Complete and pass pre -employment substance screening and FDLE physical. h. Pass background investigation and reference check including a FDLE criminal background check. 4. Education and Experience: a. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University in Police Science, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a closely related field; or b. Minimum of five years' experience in Police Administration, of which three years must have been in high-ranking Job Description Police Chief - Page 3 of 5 command positions; or c. Any equivalent combination of training and significant experience as a Police Chief, Sheriff, Undersheriff, Major, or Captain may be substituted for the education requirements. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: The Police Chief is issued a City law enforcement vehicle and must be capable of operating various models of light duty vehicles, police mobile radios and radio system, radar gun, handgun, taser gun, other firearms and weapons as required and customarily used by law enforcement, side handles baton, handcuffs, breathalyzer, pager, first aid equipment, small hand tools, and small machinery. Proficient in operating a personal computer including word processing, spreadsheets, use of email, and use of the internet-, read digital files such as GIS Maps; capable of operating multi -line telephone system, cell phones, fax machines, 10-key calculator, copy machines, miscellaneous office equipment and accessories customarily used in an office environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land developments, traffic and public safety, crime scenes, or police Department facilities. Hand -eye coordination is necessary to operate computers, office equipment, firearms and weapons, hand tools, and machinery. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, talk, or hear. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell. Must have sufficient physical strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift, move, and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and to repeatedly lift, move, and carry objects weighing more than 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job the employee occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to low, except when the employee is performing outside duties, where the noise level is moderate to loud. EVALUATION PERIOD: Successful candidates will be on a probationary period for three months to allow a period for an evaluation of ability, work habits, and conduct. The Mayor and City Council may task the City Administrator with conducting the probation evaluation of the Police Chief. BENEFITS: In addition to competitive salaries and the opportunity for continuing professional development, the City offers an excellent benefits package. Required Participation Benefits: Health Insurance (city pays 100% coverage for employee and contributes toward family/spouse premiums). Group Life and Disability Insurance (city pays 100% coverage for employee). Payroll Direct Deposit, and Police Officers Retirement System (city and employee contribute; this is a local defined benefits plan, not FRS). Job Connected Injury Benefits. Uniforms or Clothing Allowance. Cell Phone Reimbursement, Leave Benefits (paid annual, sick, civil, funeral, education or training Leave, personal unpaid leave, administrative leave (paid), military leave (paid and unpaid). Additional variety of insurance and memberships may be Job Description Police Chief - Page 4 of 5 obtained at group rates by the employee through payroll deduction. Examples are, but not limited to, legal, cancer, long term illness, vision, dental insurance policies, and credit union memberships. City Vehicle issued. Monthly cell phone reimbursement. Uniforms and duty gear furnished. WORK LOCATION AND HOURS: City Police Department, 50 SE 2nd Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida 34974 Monday through Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM REQUEST AN APPLICATION: Lane Earnest-Gamiotea, CMC, City Clerk/Personnel Administrator 55 Southeast 3rd Avenue, Room 100, Okeechobee, Florida 34974 o(863)763-3372 ext. 215 ®Igamioteac( cityofokeechobee.com Job Description Police Chief - Page 5 of 5 13 j� 1� 16 16 4- 1-7 1 g A ao a� a� .a� a� k� wu W 4 0� s nvvj .9K r 3 bVI 1 icy ra 13 J� NC mo Iq ao cR � �a ol Vc- e Y Ll /L CJv?vlf7%�> / ^ ) We ri- 6t- rs p y if 4 / �5 d %J I VU -e. r O� "t b 12 a