City of Minneapolis
Police Compliance Specialist
City of Minneapolis, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Position Description
This position provides quality, objective, and comprehensive audits and reviews of Minneapolis Police Department operations, internal controls, and systems to determine whether personnel comply with MPD’s policies and procedures from a qualitative and quantitative perspective. Compliance findings are shared internally for follow‑up and remediation and externally as summary data for transparency and to fulfill requirements of a settlement agreement with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and potentially with the United States Department of Justice.
Salary Anticipated salary range:
$74,353 - $102,313 , depending on qualifications.
Work Location This position is onsite.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Under the direction, plans, methodologies, and metrics established by MPD’s Compliance Subject Matter Expert, conduct internal performance audits and reviews to determine compliance with MPD policies and procedures.
Develop and design audit work plans, project scopes, methodologies, and compliance testing instruments to facilitate internal audits and compliance reviews in consultation with a Compliance Subject Matter Expert.
Review police department data and records to accurately determine audit results and compliance reviews against MPD policy and training standards. Examples of data and records include body‑worn camera videos, in‑squad camera videos, police reports, dispatch records, and data from all other police databases and systems.
Participate in developing, implementing, and maintaining MPD policies, objectives, projects, and short‑ and long‑term planning/ goals.
Conduct field work investigations, data analysis, and interviews required to produce audits and reviews.
Create, maintain, and manage an audit tracking system using tools such as Excel and Smartsheet.
Communicate audit results to other personnel for follow‑up.
Identify deficiencies; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations.
Provide technical assistance and instruction, and explain policies, procedures, ordinances, and laws pertinent to audits and compliance reviews.
Participate in and observe departmental training, as necessary.
Review draft reports and provide recommendations on areas that need analysis.
Stay informed of policies and procedures, current developments in auditing professions, and changes in applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Attend meetings, prepare correspondence, memorandums, documentation, and presentations for meetings, and disseminate information to staff.
Identify methods for improving the department’s operations and prepare correspondence documenting recommendations.
Analyze independent monitor reports and provide data for requests from independent monitors and other stakeholders.
Engage with the Independent Evaluator and other oversight entities as necessary to evaluate and communicate compliance with reform requirements.
Use advanced writing skills to prepare complex audit reports independently, presenting relevant, complete, and transparent data in meetings.
Write reports and work papers that are clear, concise, and organized for the intended audience.
Working Conditions Office environment with some fieldwork.
Required Qualifications
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social science, economics, public administration, business‑related field, public policy, computer science, information technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum experience: At least three years working in compliance, auditing, or analysis, 4 years of law enforcement experience or equivalent work experience.
Licenses/Certifications: None.
Selection Process The selection process will consist of a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). Candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list.
Background Check A thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is required. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position.
Drug and Alcohol Testing All applicants must pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants who do not consent to undergo testing will not be considered.
Eligible List Statement The list of eligible candidates will expire three months after it has been established.
Union Representation This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Objectivity, integrity, and professionalism.
Knowledge of auditing procedures.
Ability to create a collaborative team environment, set standards, and hold people accountable.
Experience working with a variety of computerized data systems.
Adapting to new technology and learning new skills.
Leading business process improvement projects.
Troubleshooting technological problems.
Using technology to increase productivity.
Self‑starter and willingness to challenge the status quo.
Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication.
Problem‑solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
Interpreting and applying laws, policies, regulations, and procedures.
Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
Maintaining confidentiality.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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Salary Anticipated salary range:
$74,353 - $102,313 , depending on qualifications.
Work Location This position is onsite.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Under the direction, plans, methodologies, and metrics established by MPD’s Compliance Subject Matter Expert, conduct internal performance audits and reviews to determine compliance with MPD policies and procedures.
Develop and design audit work plans, project scopes, methodologies, and compliance testing instruments to facilitate internal audits and compliance reviews in consultation with a Compliance Subject Matter Expert.
Review police department data and records to accurately determine audit results and compliance reviews against MPD policy and training standards. Examples of data and records include body‑worn camera videos, in‑squad camera videos, police reports, dispatch records, and data from all other police databases and systems.
Participate in developing, implementing, and maintaining MPD policies, objectives, projects, and short‑ and long‑term planning/ goals.
Conduct field work investigations, data analysis, and interviews required to produce audits and reviews.
Create, maintain, and manage an audit tracking system using tools such as Excel and Smartsheet.
Communicate audit results to other personnel for follow‑up.
Identify deficiencies; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations.
Provide technical assistance and instruction, and explain policies, procedures, ordinances, and laws pertinent to audits and compliance reviews.
Participate in and observe departmental training, as necessary.
Review draft reports and provide recommendations on areas that need analysis.
Stay informed of policies and procedures, current developments in auditing professions, and changes in applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Attend meetings, prepare correspondence, memorandums, documentation, and presentations for meetings, and disseminate information to staff.
Identify methods for improving the department’s operations and prepare correspondence documenting recommendations.
Analyze independent monitor reports and provide data for requests from independent monitors and other stakeholders.
Engage with the Independent Evaluator and other oversight entities as necessary to evaluate and communicate compliance with reform requirements.
Use advanced writing skills to prepare complex audit reports independently, presenting relevant, complete, and transparent data in meetings.
Write reports and work papers that are clear, concise, and organized for the intended audience.
Working Conditions Office environment with some fieldwork.
Required Qualifications
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social science, economics, public administration, business‑related field, public policy, computer science, information technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum experience: At least three years working in compliance, auditing, or analysis, 4 years of law enforcement experience or equivalent work experience.
Licenses/Certifications: None.
Selection Process The selection process will consist of a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). Candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list.
Background Check A thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is required. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position.
Drug and Alcohol Testing All applicants must pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants who do not consent to undergo testing will not be considered.
Eligible List Statement The list of eligible candidates will expire three months after it has been established.
Union Representation This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Objectivity, integrity, and professionalism.
Knowledge of auditing procedures.
Ability to create a collaborative team environment, set standards, and hold people accountable.
Experience working with a variety of computerized data systems.
Adapting to new technology and learning new skills.
Leading business process improvement projects.
Troubleshooting technological problems.
Using technology to increase productivity.
Self‑starter and willingness to challenge the status quo.
Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication.
Problem‑solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
Interpreting and applying laws, policies, regulations, and procedures.
Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
Maintaining confidentiality.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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