Police Auditor Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/eugene/jobs/newprint/4710124) Apply  Police Auditor Salary $125,798.40 - $169,811.20 Annually Location Eugene, OR Job Type Full-Time Job Number 04031 Department All City Departments Opening Date 10/28/2024 Closing Date 1/1/2025 5:15 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions General Statement of Duties The Police Auditor is an employee of the City of Eugene and is one of three directly supervised employees of the City Council. The Police Auditor provides independent, external oversight of investigations and complaints involving police department employees. The Police Auditor's responsibilities include receiving and classifying complaints, monitoring or participating in internal investigations to ensure objective, thorough and high-quality investigations, and preparing reports on complaint trends and police practices in general. The office processes approximately 300 cases annually. The Auditor promotes organizational changes to improve police services and community relations by identifying , analyzing, and making recommendations regarding the complaint investigation process and policies, practices and training. The Police Auditor provides staff support to the all-volunteer Civilian Review Board appointed by the City Council. The Police Auditor's Office has an annual budget of approximately $1 million and a staff of four. The Auditor receives general supervision from the City Council and exercises exclusive authority to hire, supervise, and to make all other employment decisions regarding the Police Auditor's support staff. This position is open until January 1, 2025 . Salary Range: $125,798-$169,811 annually Upon eligibility, the City will contribute an employee contribution of 6%, as well as the employer contribution to a retirement program administered by the Oregon Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). The competitive benefit package includes comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life and Long-term Disability insurances, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays. More information can be found here: Independent Police Auditor (https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/5OPRA1TGjfewc) Living & Working in Eugene For more information on living in Eugene, how the City of Eugene operates , and more, visit thi s page. (https://eugene-or.gov/4913/Living-Working-In-Eugene) Examples of Duties Performed - Duties may include but are not limited to the following Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following: + Plans, implements and oversees the operations of the Police Auditor's Office, which receives complaints about police employee conduct; establishes program priorities and procedures; manages the implementation and evaluation of work programs to achieve program objectives . + Unilaterally classifies and routes external and internal complaints based on established criteria, including identification of cases suitable for mediation, and acts as liaison to complainants on case status and resolution. May initiate a complaint based on reported public statement, news report, or other feedback of police activity. + Identifies "community impact cases" and refers these cases, and other cases the Police Auditor determines are appropriate , to the civilian review board and assists them in the review of these cases. + The Auditor and Deputy Auditor actively monitor internal affairs investigations for thoroughness and fairness; reviews evidence and may attend witness and employee interviews; recommends additional investigation and/or contacts and outside investigations as warranted ; can hire outside investigators; may recommend case disposition to the Chief of Police and may review discipline administered for consistency. + Researches and analyzes problems identified through the monitoring of investigations and reviews of risk and tort claims; makes recommendations to the Police Department or the Police Commission regarding training, policies, procedures and best practices to prevent future complaints and allegations of misconduct and improve performance. + Responds to the scene of critical or major incidents, such as field force deployment, or use of force incidents to be a first-hand observer; participates in the review of use of force as a member of the use of force review board. + Oversees the development and implementation of a management information system to track complaints in coordination with the Police Department's internal affairs section; uses data from the system to report case statistics and trends and provide performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of the Police Auditor's Office and Police internal investigations. + Conducts public outreach in tandem with the Civilian Review Board to educate the community on the role of the Police Auditor's Office and the process for police complaint intake and investigation. + Prepares and delivers reports to the Civilian Review Board, City Council, Police Commission and the public on the status and resolution of complaints, trends and patterns analysis, recommendations for system improvements, and other performance indicators. + Provides staff support to the all-volunteer Civilian Review Board. Develops procedures for the operation of the Civilian Review Board, including establishing standards of professional conduct, ensuring confidentiality, and implementing a comprehensive training program for board members. + Supervises Police Auditor's Office staff, including hiring and evaluations; scheduling and work assignments; monitoring and directing activities; coaching and training. + Ensures implementation of, and adherence to the City's diversity initiatives. Facilitates staff development on such issues as diversity and creating a respectful working environment. + Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications This high-visibility position is characterized by the Police Auditor's ability to provide fair and objective oversight of the police complaint process, build credibility among diverse audiences, and instill public confidence in the complaint system. The responsibilities of the Police Auditor are broad in scope and require the highest degree of professional, independent judgment, personal integrity, and accountability. The Police Auditor performs work that is highly complex , and often involves issues that are sensitive and confidential. The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics and abilities: + Model the highest standards of honesty and integrity. + Make sound and well-informed decisions affecting multiple stakeholders. + Commit to action when dealing with pressure and ambiguity of complex, controversial issues and situations. + Communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of cross-cultural audiences. + Creatively solve problems using superior analytical ability. + Respond in an objective , professional, and credible manner in highly-charged situations. + Apply impartiality and demonstrate fairness and diplomacy under the most difficult of circumstances. + Establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. The Council is seeking a candidate who is willing to make a long-term commitment to Eugene. Minimum Qualifications: The Police Auditor must have five years of progressively responsible experience overseeing and performing administrative investigations and performing program development, analysis, and complex professional staff support, preferably in the public sector and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. A Juris Doctorate is preferred. Candidates must also possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate , valid, Oregon driver's license, and respond to incidents within a reasonable amount of time. Fluency in Spanish is desirable. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferrable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. Additional Requirements: Candidates for this position are subject to a background investigation , including a thorough assessment of personal, employment, educational, and criminal history is required prior to employment. Candidates for this position may not have worked for the Eugene Police Department as an employee within the past twenty years. In addition, candidates should have no other prior relationship with the Department that might create actual or perceived bias for or against the Department or Eugene Police Officers. Candidates will be required to disclose prior employment, contracts, and affiliations with the Department. Supplemental Information Application and Selection Process Please submit the following with your online application: A cover letter in which you highlight any specific experience in law enforcement oversight, what challenges or barriers you might anticipate in providing civilian oversight and why you are interested in the position. A resume that clearly outlines your experience in performing administrative investigations and/or program development and analysis. Each candidate's background will be evaluated on the basis of information submitted at the time of application to determine the level and scope of the candidate's preparation for this position. Only the more qualified candidates, as determined by the screening process, will be invited to participate in the selection process. Candidate screening will take place on an ongoing basis. This position closes on January 1 , 2025 and we anticipate that interviews will occur in February 2025. Questions and inquiries may be directed to: Keri Beraldo, Employee Resource Center Interim Co-Director kberaldo@eugene-or.gov (541) 682-5765 The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we desire to welcome, respect, and create a sense of belonging for a wide range of identities and experiences in our workforce. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 . Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at (541) 682-5061. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 , the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States. If a job posting indicates this position is temporary (not limited duration) then the employee serves at will. Temporary employees do not receive benefits through the City of Eugene unless required by City, State or Federal code/statute. Salary and Benefits The normal starting salary is the first step shown on the posting. Other placement in the salary range may be considered depending on qualifications and experience. Periodic advancement through the salary range is dependent upon merit. The City provides a full range of benefits, including holidays, vacation, sick leave, retirement benefits, deferred compensation, physical examination, life insurance, and long-term disability. Health, dental, and vision benefits are available. 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