Police Inspector

Marketing Statement

Under the supervision of the Vice President of Public Safety, performs complex management duties as the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) Commander of police operations and Inspector of the Public Safety Division (PHAPS); manages investigations, and reviews and approves operational reports.

Annual salary $120,000

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:

Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field; AND five or more years management experience in a law enforcement organization; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Knowledge of:

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania criminal and civil statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures, and applicable Federal rules and regulations; Duties, powers, authorities and limitations of a Police Officer; Modern law enforcement management principles for efficient and cost effective management of allocated resources; Pennsylvania criminal justice and court procedures, and records management requirements; Methods for management and deployment of law enforcement personnel and equipment; Modern law enforcement regulations, including case laws governing arrest, rules of evidence, probable cause, use of force, custody of evidence and property, and search and seizure; Local community issues and regional community resources available to citizens.

Required Skill in:

Interpreting and explaining PHAPS policies, legal standards, and procedures; Analyzing complex public safety and security issues, and developing solutions; Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines; Working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations; Investigating and resolving personnel issues, citizen inquiries, and officer complaints; Effectively managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness, and sound judgment; Prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands; and directing the work of others; Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds; Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers; Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software; Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Driver's License is required.
• Municipal Police Officers' Training and Pennsylvania Act 120 certification is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed indoors and outdoors at PHA facilities; may be exposed to physical attacks, hazardous chemicals, fires, and infectious and communicable diseases; may be required to physically capture and restrain persons; must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet PHAPS standards.

Responsibilities

Manages and coordinates operational and investigative staff and programs for the PHA Public Safety Division (PHAPS); Assists the Chief with development of public safety policies and procedures to meet PHA goals; Exercises independent judgment within broad policy guidelines; reviews and evaluates operations and investigation issues, and develops solutions; Plans and directs the operations of assigned work groups, including investigations, patrol, communications and dispatch; Reviews, approves and analyzes operational reports; develops plans and procedures for deployment of personnel and equipment required to meet a variety of operational conditions; Evaluates and analyzes operational data and trends, and recommends solutions and strategies; Coordinates operations and special investigation programs with local law enforcement agencies; Manages Officers and staff; monitors patrol and investigation operations, and evaluates individual actions and team performance; conducts staff briefings, and communicates special enforcement issues; monitors special projects and assignments for effective progress and timely completion; Assures that Officers and staff are trained and equipped, are held accountable for duties and responsibilities assigned, and follow PHAPS policies and procedures; Prioritizes, assigns, reviews, and evaluates assigned staff and operational programs; manages, coaches, mentors and disciplines subordinate staff; Meets regularly with management staff to discuss and resolve priorities, special assignments, problems, staff development, and technical issues; Stays abreast of trends and innovations in public housing safety and security programs; Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and PHA information; performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How To Apply

All applications will be accepted through the Philadelphia Housing Authority’s Jobs Board at www.pha.phila.gov/jobs

Closing Statement

About the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA)

Established in 1937, and with an employment workforce of over 1,100, the Philadelphia Housing Authority is a municipal agency providing public housing services to over 76,000 residents in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Financial support for Authority operations and capital needs comes primarily from rent payments and subsidies provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). PHA is one of a very select group of housing authorities across the nation that has attained Moving to Work (MTW) status. This designation allows housing agencies the opportunity and flexibility, on a local level, to develop and implement innovative housing and self-sufficiency strategies to benefit public housing residents and Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) participants.

PHA is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of individual qualifications without regard to race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity or ancestry, religion, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.