DPS Director

Summary

The Director of Public Safety (Director) will provide guidance and leadership in all aspects to the Soboba Department of Public Safety.  The Department is primarily responsible for the safety and security of Tribal members and others living and working on the Soboba Reservation.  The Director implements, enforces and monitors compliance with all Soboba Tribal laws, resolutions and policies.  

Duties and Responsibilities

Although other duties may be assigned as necessary, the essential duties include the following: 

• Ensures proper staffing levels and monitors work schedules and allocation of duties for all shifts.
• Supervises all DPS personnel and ensures the highest degree of professionalism is maintained within the Department.  
• Compiles and submits routine reports as well as investigates and submits incident reports as required.
• Prepares, implements, and monitors Department budget. 
• Establishes and implements training programs. 
• Coordinates and communicates with local, state, and federal regulators and law enforcement officials.
• Drafts, updates and monitors Department operations manuals, policies and protocols. 
• Develops forms and procedures for the implementation of Tribal Codes and ordinances.
• Provides backup or fill-in of vacant shifts when needed or when staffing levels fall below minimum levels.
• Reviews, monitors and approves Daily Activity Report.
• Prepares narrative and incident reports as required.
• Prepares routine reports for submission to the Tribal Executive Officer.
• Evaluates the job performance of subordinates in accordance with the requirements established by the Team Member Handbook. 
• Protects all Tribal Assets.

Performance Requirements

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to satisfactorily perform job duties, demonstrate excellent work habits, deliver superior service to Tribal Members, residents, and guests, exhibit the highest degree of professionalism, ethics and integrity while complying with all governing policies and procedures.

• Capacity to work flexible schedules, including holidays and weekends.
• Interact with all Tribal Departments, enterprise counterparts, and outside agencies diplomatically and professionally.
• Interact with Tribal Members in a friendly and customer-service oriented manner.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a State or Federally recognized police academy.
• Knowledge and experience with Native American Tribes and Tribal communities is desired.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong technological skills, including computer, radio, email, etc.  
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Effective writing skills and previous grant development and reporting preferred. 
• Excellent leadership skills. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in managing law enforcement and emergency response operations and services.
• Possess investigative skills and the ability to conduct thorough investigations.
• Ability to develop and adhere to department budgets.
• Provide superior service to Tribal Members and others within the community. 
• Knowledge of the Indian Civil Rights Act and the U.S. Constitution as they relate to the Reservation

Education

• High School Diploma at minimum required.
• Bachelor Degree preferred; experience will be considered in lieu of education.

Physical Demands

• Work is done in a variety of environments. Some minor lifting may be required (10-25 pounds).

Experience

• Preferred law enforcement and or general executive level security management experience. High rank related Military experience may be considered/substituted for general executive level experience.
• Five (5) years work experience in in a management role in a Tribal Police, Tribal Security or other law enforcement type of agency.

Other

Demonstrates a strong commitment to cultural beliefs and values of the Soboba Band and the governing Tribal Council. Practices cultural sensitivity at all times, recognizing the respective diverse work styles within the organization and the Soboba community. Must be flexible to travel for business purposes. Must submit to a drug test prior to commencing employment and random testing thereafter. As an employee of the Tribe, he/she will be subject to the Policies and Procedures of the Soboba Band. 

**Note: This description incorporates the most typical duties performed. It is recognized that other duties, not specifically mentioned, may also be performed. The inclusion of those duties would not alter the overall scope of this position.

REQUIRED

• Current California Driver’s License 
• All applicants are required to complete the pre-screen Background Clearance and Drug Testing, Physical Assessment Test
• Native American preferable and an Equal Opportunity Employer