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THE COMMUNIT Y
enlo Park is a city of beautiful, tree-lined neighborhoods and active commercial districts. Located conveniently between the major metropolitan areas of San Francisco and San Jose, Menlo Park is home to a little over 32,000 residents in its 18 square miles. The stunning natural surroundings of the city afford views of the San Francisco Bay to the east and the Pacific Coastal Range to the west. Menlo Park’s climate is moderate to warm, with an average of 265 sunny days a year. Menlo Park’s residents reflect a range of backgrounds and interests who tend to be well-educated and actively engaged in community life. Its many young families are served by excellent public and private schools, while residents of all ages enjoy the City’s numerous parks and recreational facilities. The city’s close proximity to Stanford University and Menlo College provide a multitude of academic, cultural and athletic event opportunities. The arts and leisure activities of the major urban areas of San Francisco and San Jose are close by. These and many other amenities contribute to Menlo Park’s outstanding quality of life. Located in the heart of Menlo Park is a downtown featuring unique and upscale shops and restaurants. Set in a pleasant, pedestrianoriented atmosphere, Menlo Park’s downtown area attracts locals and visitors alike. Known worldwide as the “Capital of Venture Capital,” Menlo Park is well-situated to benefit from and help shape new technologies and markets originating from the Silicon Valley. The city hosts such major employers as SRI International, the U.S. Geological Survey, Facebook, Pacific Biosciences, TE Connectivity and CS Bio Co.
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CIT Y GOVERNMENT
ncorporated in 1927, Menlo Park is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Five City Council Members are elected to four-year staggered terms. The Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem each serve one-year terms and are selected annually by the City Council at its first regular meeting in December. Menlo Park is currently exploring transitioning to a form of district elections for the November 2018 elections as well as considering becoming a Charter City. There are currently no term limits in Menlo Park.
The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Attorney as well as members of the City’s numerous Citizen Commissions and Committees. The City is organized across seven departments – Administrative Services, City Manager’s Office (includes City Clerk, Housing & Economic Development and Sustainability divisions), Community Development, Community Services, Library, Police and Public Works. Fire protection and sanitary services are provided by separate special districts. The City is supported by 278 FTE and total budget of $117 million. As evidence of the City’s sound fiscal stewardship and solid financial standing, Menlo Park is one of the few cities in California that consistently maintains an AAA bond rating. The City has earned a reputation as a stable, well-managed municipality that supports innovation. Over the past 57 years, Menlo Park has had only five City Managers. The current City Manager, Alex McIntyre, was appointed in January 2012.
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P O L I C E D E PA R T M E N T
full-service police agency, the Menlo Park Police Department has worked for over 80 years to enhance and ensure public safety by protecting lives and property, preventing crime, maintaining public order, thoroughly investigating crimes, enforcing codes, and connecting with the community. The Department provides the following services: • Patrol Services includes traffic and parking enforcement, community service and community safety police officer programs, code enforcement, special events coordination, SWAT, field training, traffic collision investigation, and crisis intervention; • Investigations handles all general criminal investigations and assists patrol services at major crime scenes or with other complicated cases and includes the Special Investigations Unit, a flexible unit which conducts street-level enforcement focusing on narcotics and gang violence as well as any other crime trends that may emerge in the City;
• Dispatch operates 24/7 to receive service calls from the public and other agencies and to support officers via radio communications. The dispatch center is a state Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) for 911 calls; and • Administration consists of department command staff, records, police training, and emergency preparedness. MPPD handles approximately 11,000 911 calls each year, over 98% of which are answered in 10 seconds or less. The department also handles approximately 40,000 calls for service, and 20,000 vehicle and pedestrian stops yearly. The Department received numerous awards for its community policing efforts over the last few years. Most recently, the International Association of Chiefs of Police recognized the Department in 2016 with the Cisco Community Policing Award for departments serving populations between 20,000 and 50,000. The Department is supported by a FY17-18 budget of $18.4 million and 76 FTE (54 sworn) and has historically been well-resourced and supported. MPPD operates efficiently across two divisions: Special Operations and Patrol Operations. Specialty assignments include K-9, Narcotics, SWAT, Special Investigations Unit, Beat-4, Detectives, and Motor Officers. The agency demands the highest level of professionalism from its employees and maintains that employee contact with the public should inspire respect and generate cooperation and approval from the public it serves. The structure of the police department is Chief, Commander (2), Sergeant (9), Corporal (4), and Officer (38), along with 22 professional staff members. The Commander position is an at-will position.
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T H E I D E A L C A N D I DAT E
eporting directly to the Chief, the Commander will have responsibility for a division of the department with rotation opportunities determined by the needs of the organization.The ideal candidate will be a high energy professional who embodies the principles and values associated with the community oriented policing philosophy. Bringing diverse experience to Menlo Park, he/she will be well-equipped to handle a broad range of crime and quality of life issues and bring an impressive history of success in crime prevention.
The ideal candidate will be an exceptional mentor who is energized by the opportunity to develop team members. He/ she will take pride in helping others build their careers and be especially attentive to assisting those who are relatively new in rank or position. Previous experience with designing and implementing succession planning activities will be considered favorably. The ideal candidate will be known for being a quick study which is amplified by the demonstrated ability to get quickly acclimated to his/her new department and hit the ground running. A gifted critical thinker, he/she will not be constrained by traditional approaches to peace keeping. To that end, the individual selected must be comfortable with healthy debates and passionate discussions around issues as creative solutions are encouraged and supported in Menlo Park. A reputation for maintaining a cohesive, open and positive work environment is necessary for consideration. In addition, the ideal candidate will have the proven ability to lead high performing teams and be well-versed in managing resources and budgets responsibly. Familiarity with effective employee wellness strategies and practices is also desirable. The individual selected will be an excellent communicator and superior writer. MPPD Commanders have opportunities to prepare and deliver City Council reports and other important documents, and present before community groups on a regular basis. Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to easily develop rapport and build relationships will be expected. At least three years of supervisory experience with a California municipal or county law enforcement agency at the rank of Sergeant or above, a Bachelor’s degree, and California POST certification are required. A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is preferred. Graduation from Command College, the FBI National Academy, Supervisor Leadership Institute or comparable program is preferred. Previous experience serving a highly engaged and educated community will be advantageous to the candidate selected.
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C O M P E N S AT I O N & B E N E F I T S
he salary range is $147,663 - $215,426*. Salary is supplemented by a competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:
• Subject to annual budget appropriations, the City Manager may award employees a bonus of up to $10,000 each fiscal year • Subject to annual budget appropriations, employees may be reimbursed up to $3,600 per year for tuition expenses and/ or student loan payments
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A P P L I C AT I O N & SELECTION PROCESS
he closing date for this recruitment is midnight on Sunday, June 10, 2018. To be considered for this opportunity, upload cover letter, resume, and list of six (6) professional references using the “Apply Now” feature at www.tbcrecruiting.com.
• CalPERS Retirement: 3% at 55 formula for Classic Members; 2.7% at 57 formula for all others • Deferred Compensation: City matches employee contribution up to 4% of salary for employees with the retirement formulas listed above • Assigned take home vehicle • Uniform Allowance: $40 a pay period/$1,040 a year
Teri Black • 424.296.3111 Bradley Wardle • 650.450.3299 TERI BLACK & COMPANY, LLC www.tbcrecruiting.com
• Medical: City-paid coverage for employee and dependents • Dental: City-paid coverage for employee and dependents • Vision: City-paid coverage for employee and dependents • Health Reimbursement Account: $2,500 per year city contribution • General Leave: 338 hours of leave accrual each year • Administrative Leave: 80 hours of annual leave granted every October, pro-rated based on date of hire • Holidays: 11 official paid holidays • Life Insurance: City-paid policy equal to 1-1/2 times regular annual wage • Long term disability and AD&D insurance: City-paid coverage • Employees are provided with access to an onsite gym at no cost *Salary range to increase 3% July 2018 and 2.5% July 2019.
Following the closing date, resumes will be screened in relation to the criteria articulated in this brochure. Applicants with the most relevant qualifications will immediately be granted preliminary interviews by the recruiters. Candidates deemed to be the best qualified will be invited to interview in Menlo Park by early summer. A smaller group of candidates will be invited back for follow-up interviews and meetings. The City anticipates making an appointment shortly thereafter following the completion of POST compliant background and reference checks. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process and, at that time, will be done so in close coordination with the candidate impacted.