JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

TACTICAL REVIEW SPECIALIST

Chicago Police Department

Number of Positions: 20

Under supervision, the class is assigned to the Tactical Review and Evaluation Division of the Chicago Police Department and reviews use of force incidents to determine whether the use of force conforms to department protocols in order to identify opportunities for improvement; and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Reviews documented incidents of use of force, firearm pointing, foot pursuits, investigatory stops, and search warrants.
• Analyzes tactics, trainings, policies, and procedures and compares the facts of each incident with protocols which have been established by Department policy and training standards.
• Utilizes various software to view, flag, and retain video and audio recorded with Department-issued recording devices.
• Accesses CLEARNET system to obtain basic officer information and print out TRRs, arrest reports, and related case reports.
• Identifies any patterns, trends, or emerging concerns relative to the use of force incidents.
• Evaluates whether or not each reviewed incident was tactically sound and consistent with Department General Orders.
• Drafts advisements or debriefing recommendation(s) for enhancements to existing department trainings or modifications to policies, tactics, equipment or Department practices and submits to commanding officer for final review.
• Attending annual in-service training.

NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class.

LOCATION: Chicago Police Department

Public Safety Headquarters

3510 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60653

SHIFT/HOURS: Monday-Friday 20 hours per week/Part Time

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree, plus five (5) years of work experience in law enforcement; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Previous experience working in law enforcement.
• Knowledge of the Department’s policies, reports and systems of reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing, if applicable.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview and a writing assessment. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the interview and writing assessment will be selected.

NOTE: Candidates must pass a background investigation, drug screen and other pre-employment procedures as determined by the Chicago Police Department.

Residency Requirement: All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 or disabilityaccommodations@cityofchicago.org. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

City of Chicago Department of Human Resources

Lori Lightfoot, Mayor Christopher Owen, Commissioner

Please note, all positions with the City of Chicago close promptly at 11:59pm Central Daylight Time (CDT). Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59p.m. CDT on 05/16/2023. No exceptions will be made.