About the Role
The Special Law Enforcement Unit is seeking a Chief Provincial Inspector to join their dedicated team in Pretoria. This pivotal role is designed for a skilled leader who will oversee the implementation of operational law enforcement plans, ensuring that the community’s safety and security are upheld. As a Chief Provincial Inspector, you will be at the forefront of public service, working diligently to monitor and enhance law enforcement strategies that directly impact the lives of citizens in Gauteng.
This position plays a crucial role in the community by fostering partnerships with local authorities and enhancing effective communication with community police forums. Your leadership will not only ensure compliance with regulations but also drive performance improvement, making a tangible difference in the public service landscape. Through strategic planning and project execution, you will help shape a safer environment for all.
About the Department
The Special Law Enforcement Unit is committed to maintaining law and order across South Africa. Its mission is to ensure that law enforcement is efficient, effective, and responsive to community needs. Working in this department means contributing to the safety and well-being of the public, making it a fulfilling and meaningful career path within the government sector. By joining this department, you will be part of a team dedicated to creating a safer South Africa for everyone.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and implement operational law enforcement plans tailored to provincial performance objectives.
- Conduct environmental analyses to support planning efforts effectively.
- Facilitate the development and execution of strategic and operational plans in collaboration with station management.
- Maintain regular communication with stakeholders and partner agencies for integrated service delivery.
- Supervise administrative processes to ensure efficient service and accurate record-keeping.
- Lead community engagement initiatives and enhance external communication efforts.
- Ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures in all operational aspects.
- Oversee human resource management within the unit, including performance evaluations and training programs.
- Monitor financial expenditures and assist in budget management discussions.
- Manage asset control and loss prevention measures effectively.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant tertiary qualification (3-year Diploma/Degree or equivalent).
- 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a related field.
- 7-10 years of working experience in traffic law enforcement.
- Valid relevant driving licenses (A and EC) and a clean criminal record.
- Extensive knowledge of traffic management policies, legislation, and regulations.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability in planning, organizing, and project management.
- Proficiency in computer literacy and record management systems.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email [email protected].
Requirements
Relevant Tertiary qualification (3-year Diploma/Degree or equivalent)3-5 years’ supervisory experience.7-10 years working experience in the traffic law enforcement field.
All valid relevant Driving Licenses (A and EC).
No criminal record.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and skills.
Extensive knowledge of Traffic Management policies and regulations, Relevant legislations and traffic management regulations Driving skills, Vehicle inspections/impoundment.
Records management Resource management Customer relationship management.
Planning, Organising, Controlling, Monitoring, People Management, Service delivery, communication skills, decision making skills, Results and quality management, Problem solving, Innovation/ continuous improvement, Analytical, Negotiation, Initiative, Computer literacy, Project management, Mentor and coaching, Leadership skills.
Job Duties
Manage the implementation of operational law enforcement plan: Complete and update environmental analysis to ensure that it is used as a base line for planning.Develop operational plan for station/centre based on provincial annual performance plan and ensure successful implementation.
Plan and monitor the execution of projects relating to the implementation of the Strategy/plan.
Monthly monitoring of the annual performance plan targets.
Communicate regularly with station/centre management and facilitate the development of and participation in a centre strategic / operational plan.
Participate in integrated partnerships with local authorities.
Ensure effective and efficient Leadership: Co-ordinate stakeholder relations with other state departments and Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs).
Management of service delivery improvement: Manage administration systems.
Implement administrative processes to ensure registers are inspected weekly.
Ensure that statistics kept are correct, current and forwarded by due dates and monitored and made available at centres.
Manage and ensure effective external community communication and liaise with local Community Police Forums.
Ensure that Testing Centre Stations (TCS) are operating optimally.
Ensure that prescribed Acts, Policies and Procedures of the Department are implemented and adhered to.
Ensure that all the relevant records and registers thereof are filed properly and always kept up to date.
Management of Human Resources: Manage grievances according to prescribed procedures.
Facilitate at least one team building activity per quarter for the centre.
Ensure that leave is utilized and managed according to the relevant policies and instructions.
Develop and implement in-service training program and monitor formal training needs of the unit.
Manage performance of staff.
Financial Management.
Monitor monthly expenditure and inspection reports from the province and implement corrective action in problem areas.
Regular budget control and management discussions as part of management meetings.
Document overtime planning based on priorities.
Participate in budget planning as required by the province.
Respond to requests from head office regarding outstanding financial queries within provided time limit.
Ensure effective and efficient Asset Management: Monitor vehicle costs for station/centre vehicles (as per worksheet) and identify and monitor members involved in accidents and ensure that motor vehicle fleet is managed properly and that vehicles are in good running order.
Ensure effective loss control measures are in place to address loss of firearms and other related equipment i.
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the relevant equipment that get lost and put measures in place to deal with it.
Manage assets as per inventories of station/centre.
