The Police Chief provides administrative direction for the Police Department functions, operations, and personnel through supervision of subordinate staff and review of their activities. Responsibilities include formulating policies and regulations governing activities, and preparing or directing the preparation of proposals concerning department activities for consideration by the Assistant County Administrator - Public Safety. Work involves the selection, training, assignment, and discipline of all departmental personnel. Administrative duties include: directing the preparation of annual budget estimates and controlling the expenditures of departmental appropriations; developing short- and long-range plans and objectives to improve department services; directing the development of in-service training programs to increase department efficiency and prepare employees for advancement; resolving citizen complaints which cannot be handled by division managers; and coordinating department activities with those of other County departments and law enforcement agencies. The incumbent serves as the primary County authority on matters pertaining to department programs and law enforcement, and speaks before public groups on the plans, programs and goals of the Police Department. This employee reports to, and may consult with the Assistant County Administrator - Public Safety in determining plans and policies to be observed in police operations, but works independently in overseeing and carrying out the functions of the Police Department. This class performs other related duties as required or assigned. This class is FLSA nonexempt.