Criminal Investigation Division Captain - Cumberland County

Start Date: November 04, 2024 | End Date: May 03, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Public Safety - Police
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JOB PURPOSE:  Responsible for the overall effective and efficient operation of the Criminal Investigation Division and Internal Affairs.  The position is full-time and non-represented, with a full benefits package. Pay is commensurate with experience, with a salary range of $75,712 to $90,438 per year.   Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.  Applications accepted until position is filled.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of Maine Criminal Justice Academy Basic Police School or a waiver eligible out-of-state equivalent training program for full time law enforcement officers.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances pertaining to police operations and tactics.
• Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred or equivalent supervisory experience and/or training.
• Equivalent related supervisory experience and/or training may be substituted for education on a year-by-year basis.
• Experience in financial management at a management level preferred.
• Ten (10) years of law enforcement experience preferred.
• Progressive managerial experience preferred, the equivalent of Lieutenant or higher rank.
• Experience in the use of Excel/statistical analysis, budgeting, staff development, unions and grievances, and major case management.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Ensures effective Criminal Investigation Division operations by directing the Criminal Investigation Division.
2. Guides Agency decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.
3. Ensures the accurate processing of complaints by determining if complaints are substantiated or unfounded and documenting findings.
4. Assists in hiring personnel by being responsible for pre-employment background investigations of Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office applications.
5. Assists county attorneys by preparing reports and collecting pertinent materials with regard to civil litigation against the county.
6. Meets Agency’s objectives by developing and implementing goals and strategies for CID personnel.
7. Assists the Criminal Investigation Division by responding to major crime scenes to coordinate activities of investigation.
8. Advises Sheriff and Chief Deputy on all law enforcement division promotions.
9. Assists the Sheriff by addressing citizens’ questions regarding Agency services at town meetings and other informal settings.
10. Assist the Investigation assistant with processing FOAA requests and Early Warning Systems (Blue Team and IA Pro).
11. Assist citizens who have complaints against Agency personnel by investigating such complaints and taking corrective action when required.
12. Assist the Sheriff by serving as a member of the Sheriff’s collective bargaining team and in evaluating union proposals.
13. Ensures quality agency by providing recommendations on policy development issues.
14. Ensures accurate database by developing and maintaining data on the progress and productivity of projects and officers within the Division.
15. Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
16. Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
17. Maintains staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.  Review and complete employee evaluations as appropriate.
18. Achieves Financial Objectives by assisting in the preparation of the Sheriff’s Office law enforcement; scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances; initiating corrective action.
19. Ensures quality investigations by reviewing criminal and internal cases being presented for prosecution and determining whether complete and thorough investigations were conducted.
20. Ensures quality training for all CID members by coordinating all required and specialty training.
21. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
22. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
23. Coordinates Bi-Annual Drug Take Back and Annual Document Shredding Events.
24. Supports the county’s safety and health policies by attending required safety training programs; reporting all accidents, and suspected safety hazards to the supervisor.
25. Fulfills job function by participating as an active member in training; participating on county task forces and performing other responsibilities as assigned.
26. Ensures professional/staff career development and department adherence to required standards.

27. Trained in suicide prevention, detection, and procedures annually.
28. On call rotation with other administrators; some on call weekends required.
29. Oversight of evidence property and evidence technicians, the school resource officer program, and digital evidence (body cameras) through the media specialist.
30. Other duties as assigned.

Cumberland County offers an excellent and comprehensive benefits package and is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce.  Come join our team and culture of engaged employees.  Our strong management team is dedicated to providing employees with inspiring leadership, a positive and friendly workplace, support, encouragement and the necessary tools for success.  We offer tuition reimbursement, wellness program, and professional development and training opportunities.

The position is full-time and non-represented, with a full benefits package. Pay is commensurate with experience, with a salary range of $75,712 to $90,438 per year.

Applications accepted until position is filled.

Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.