SLED Opportunity · CALIFORNIA · CITY OF VALLEJO
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City of Vallejo seeks an Independent Police Auditor to oversee police incident investigations, review reports, advise on policies, and assist with public safety accountability. Requires advanced degree and experience in law enforcement practices and human resources. Due May 22, 2026.
The following scope of work is intended to cover the range of tasks the IPA may address over the course of the contract with the understanding that the amount of time spent on any one task may vary over time.1. The IPA shall receive timely notification of Serious Incidents (as defined in section 18.02.010D of the POA Ordinance) to enable them to report to the scene of Serious Incidents for the purpose of first-hand observation. The IPA and the Chief of Police shall develop necessary protocols for notifying the IPA about the Serious Incident and granting scene access.2. The IPA may be present during the interviews of witnesses and subjects during any investigation of a Serious Incident or other incidents assigned to an Independent Investigator or Internal Affairs.3. The IPA shall review all final Investigatory Reports, whether by an Independent Investigator or Internal Affairs, associated with Serious Incidents and provide a recommendation concerning the findings thereof to the Commission and/or the Chief of Police.4. The IPA shall review all final Investigatory Reports, whether by an Independent Investigator or Internal Affairs, relating to a Bias Incident (as defined in section 18.03.050C of the POA Ordinance) and may provide a recommendation concerning the findings thereof to the Commission and/or the Chief of Police.5. The IPA may review all Investigatory Reports resulting from any investigation by either an Independent Investigator or Internal Affairs as may be referred to the IPA by the Chief of Police or the Commission. The IPA may provide a report with findings and recommendations on any such Investigatory Report to the Commission, the City Manager, the City Council and the Chief of Police.6. The IPA shall stay up to date concerning Vallejo Police Department policies and training and shall advise the Commission, the City Manager and the Chief of Police in writing when, in the opinion of the IPA, a change or modification of policy or training is needed. The IPA shall set forth in writing the policy or training that the IPA recommends be added, changed or modified and shall provide an analysis of the reasons they believe the change, modification or addition of policy or training is desirable. If a policy or training does not require a change or modification, the IPA shall so state.7. The IPA shall assist the Commission in the preparation of its annual report required in section 18.03.050R of the ordinance.8. The IPA may also prepare reports on the IPA’s other activities for review by the Commission.9.The IPA shall have subpoena authority for records and other relevant material concerning any matter before them. No subpoena shall be issued, however, unless 30-days have elapsed since any such records were requested by the IPA and they have not been provided. Any such subpoena may be enforced in the Solano County Superior Court and the City Attorney or their designee shall take the necessary steps to enforce such a subpoena. Pre-Bid Meeting Information: No Online Q&A: No Location Information: Department: City Manager's Office Address: 555 Santa Clara St.3FL - CMO DepartmentVallejo, California94590 County: Solano Other Details: Pursuant to the POA Ordinance, the IPA must have the following minimum qualifications:1.A graduate degree in criminal justice, criminology, law, a juris doctor or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Appropriate and relevant experience may substitute for the education requirement;2.Experience in police practices, policy and training;3.A demonstrated understanding of the Public Safety Officers Procedural Bill of Rights Act and other applicable laws related to sworn police officers; and4.Experience in human resources.In addition to the above minimum qualifications, there are additional mandatory requirements set forth in the Police Oversight and Accountability Ordinance which is attached to this RFP as an exhibit. Proposers are directed to refer to section 18.04.020 of the POA Ordinance to ensure they meet all qualifications. In addition, Proposers should refer to section 18.04.030 to review the complete duties of the IPA.Before appointment, the IPA shall be subject to a full background check. The IPA will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement.
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