[CC 1988 §21.700; Ord. No. 779 §1, 11-4-1991]
The office of Marshal is hereby abolished. The duties of the Marshal are hereby assumed by the Chief of Police, appointed by the City Administrator with the approval of the Board of Aldermen.
[CC 1988 §21.710; Ord. No. 779 §1, 11-4-1991]
The approval of the Board of Aldermen shall be required for the appointment of the Chief of Police by the City Administrator. The Chief of Police shall perform all duties previously required to be performed by the City Marshal and such additional duties as the City Administrator shall prescribe.
[CC 1988 §71.080; Ord. No. 779 §1, 11-4-1991]
The position of Chief of Police shall be an administrative and ministerial position where the employee consults with the City Administrator of the City of Lake Saint Louis in determining plans and policies to be observed in the conduct of Police operations. The Chief of Police is the chief executive of the Lake Saint Louis Police Department and as such is responsible for the administration of the department. He/she is administratively responsible to the City Administrator for the suppression of crime, protection of life and property, the preservation of law and order, the enforcement of the criminal laws of the State of Missouri and the laws and ordinances of the City of Lake Saint Louis, the detection and apprehension of offenders.
[CC 1988 §71.090; Ord. No. 779 §1, 11-4-1991]
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The Police Chief shall be responsible for all resources, manpower, material, equipment, money assigned to the department and their efficient and economical utilization toward the accomplishment of the Police mission.
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The Police Chief shall be responsible for planning and executing the programs designed to suppress crime and accidents, detect and apprehend criminal and traffic offenders, protect and recover property.
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The Police Chief shall be responsible for the discipline, safety, conduct, work performance, assignment, promotion and demotion of all employees of the department.
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The Police Chief shall be responsible for the preparation and execution of a proposed department budget and administration of the fiscal affairs of the department in a manner calculated to convert available resources into maximum effective Police service with the highest degree of economy. Such responsibility shall be within guidelines established by the City Administrator. Departmental budgeting information and procedures shall be prepared and conducted in accordance with the guidelines established by the City Administrator with final budget authority and approval coming from the Mayor and Board of Aldermen. Departmental expenditures shall be made in accordance with the purchasing guidelines established by the City Administrator and Mayor and Board of Aldermen.
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The Police Chief shall be responsible for and have the authority to formulate, promulgate and enforce department policies, procedures, regulations, personnel and equipment specifications not inconsistent with the laws or ordinances of the Missouri State Statutes and Federal laws as they apply and subject to the approval of the City Administrator.
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The Police Chief shall be responsible for and see that all Police Department personnel receive the necessary training to enable them to effectively and efficiently perform their job duties and responsibilities within budgetary limits set by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen. In addition, he/she shall be responsible for the development and execution of the training programs designed to prepare the employee for promotion.
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The Police Chief shall prepare and issue to each subordinate commander this authority and responsibility guide.
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The Police Chief or his/her designated representative shall attend upon the Municipal Court during the sittings of such court, preserve order therein, and execute such orders and process as may be given or directed to him/her by the court.
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The Police Chief or his/her designated representative shall attend all meetings of the Board of Aldermen and preserve order therein. Any other provision of the City Code to the contrary notwithstanding, he/she may execute such direct orders of the Mayor or other Presiding Officer at the meeting as may be given or directed to him/her when in compliance with the law and the constitutions of the United States and the State of Missouri.
[Ord. No. 3933, 11-19-2018]
[CC 1988 §71.100; Ord. No. 779 §1, 11-4-1991]
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Residence Requirement. Not required but must live within thirty (30) miles of the City of Lake Saint Louis within one (1) year after appointment.
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Education. Must be a college graduate or equivalent with a specialization in Police administration, criminology-related subjects or its equivalent in professional experience.
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Professional Experience. Must have served in active Police service a minimum of four (4) years and long enough to possess high degree of technical competence in investigative work, law enforcement and patrol; must have served in a supervisory and administrative capacity for a minimum of four (4) years and long enough to possess a working knowledge of the principles of administration and supervision;and must be a certified Missouri Peace Officer at the time of appointment or must obtain such certification within one (1) year of the date of appointment.
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Knowledge, Abilities And Skills. Knowledge of and the ability to effectively apply the principles of Police administration, personnel management and supervision. Ability to plan, direct and coordinate the work of others. Knowledge of the standards by which the quality of Police service is evaluated. Ability to interpret statistical data in terms of its significance and identify areas of needed action. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City Officials, State and Federal authorities, civic leaders and the general public. Ability to provide effective leadership for and maintain harmonious relationships with personnel in the department. Ability to prepare and present effectively oral and written information material relating to the activities of the Police Department. Ability to analyze situations accurately and to adopt an effective course of action. Ability to plan, prepare and execute a proposed budget.
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Personal Characteristics. Good health, satisfactory record as a responsible, law-abiding citizen, reliability, integrity, progressive attitude, pleasing personality, neat personal appearance.