Title 04 Administrative Agencies and Procedures
Chapter 04.32 Office of Police Ombudsman (OPO)
Section 04.32.060 Qualifications
The minimum qualifications for the position of police ombudsman are:
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legal, investigative, or prosecutorial experience within the five years prior to appointment;
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recent or current familiarity with police procedures within the five years prior to appointment;
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demonstrated ability to review investigations to ensure they are thorough and unbiased;
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successful completion of a criminal background investigation consistent with the requirements to become employed as a Spokane police officer;
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demonstrated ability to work with confidential information;
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a record of community involvement;
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an ability to build working relationships with and communicate effectively with diverse groups;
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established reputation for even-handedness in dealing with both complainants and the regulated parties and
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be a resident of Spokane County or become a resident of Spokane County within six months of the beginning of the appointment term and maintain such residency during the remainder of the term.
Date Passed: Monday, May 15, 2017
Effective Date: Thursday, June 29, 2017
ORD C35496 Section 1