Job Description
Chief of the Bureau of Capitol Police The Maine Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking an individual to serve as the Chief of the Bureau of Capitol Police. The Bureau of Capitol Police is a full-service law enforcement agency responsible for the safety of the people and the security of the buildings that make up Maine's seat of government. Capitol Police officers patrol State-owned or controlled properties in Augusta, enforce laws, including parking and traffic regulations, and respond to alarms or other calls for help or assistance on two primary campuses. The Capitol Police also have an office at Riverview Psychiatric Center where they assist staff and individuals receiving care. Capitol Police Security Agents are responsible for keeping weapons and other dangerous items out of the Capitol building. The Bureau's Security Guards provide security for approximately 50 State-owned buildings and properties in Augusta and Hallowell. The Chief is the head of the Bureau of Capitol Police and manages the planning and organization of all Bureau of Capitol Police operations. The Chief manages a budget of approximately $4 Million and is the subject matter expert for the Bureau, testifying in front of the legislative council and at the Legislature on all Capitol Police-related budgetary and legislative issues. This position is responsible for ensuring the efficient operations of the Bureau and oversight of the staff. The Bureau is staffed by a Lieutenant, two Sergeants, one Detective, ten Officers, two Security Guards, ten Security Agents, and two administrative staff. The ideal candidate will be a proven law enforcement leader with strong operational management experience, to coincide with strong project/change management experience, be familiar with the State's budgetary and legislative process, can work and plan beyond the immediate pressures, can adapt to changing priorities and accept new challenges; and have a strong commitment to effectiv