Command Series Level 1: Developing First-Line Supervisors

$595.00

First-line supervisors face many challenges. New supervisory officers, as well as, seasoned first-line supervisors need to consistently adapt to the ever-changing environment within our community. Whether it is officers getting ready to transition to supervision, newly promoted supervisors attending this course as their indoctrination into their new role, or seasoned leaders continuing their leadership training, this four-day class has it all.  Supervisors will learn the most up-to-date trends in leading, documenting, counseling, mentoring, communicating and more.

LOCATIONS/DATES/TIMES

Course Times Each Day: 0830-1630

Target Audience:

  • Field Training Officers
  • Senior Officers often acting in the role of a first-line supervisor
  • Senior Officers often acting as the OIC for a shift
  • Officers getting promoted to the rank of Corporal or Sergeant
  • Newly promoted Corporals or Sergeants
  • Seasoned First-Line Supervisors
  • Middle Managers
  • Internal Affairs Officers
  • Command Level Officers & Executives

Dates & Locations

 2024 Dates

  • April 9-12: Passaic County Public Safety Academy, 300 Oldham Road, Wayne, NJ(Host: Passaic County Sheriff’s Office).
  • June 3-6, 2024: Southington Police Headquarters, 69 Lazy Lane, Southington, (HOST: Southington PD)
  • June 11-14: IDAHO Chubbuck City Hall, 290 W Linden, Chubbuck Idaho 83202 (Host: Chubbuck Police Department). This course is POST certified.
  • August 26-29, 2024: Wethersfield Police Headquarters, 250 Silas Deane Highway,Wethersfield, CT (HOST: Wethersfield PD)
  • September 16-19: Robbinsville Fire Dept. 1149 US-130, Robbinsville, NJ 08691 (Host: Robbinsville PD)
  • September 17-20, 2024: Saint Albans Police Department, 613 MacCorkle Ave, Saint Albans, WV, 25177. (Host: St. Albans PD. ) Discounted Room Rates ($85 per night) Available at Mardi Gras Casino and Resort. Contact Capt Bass at pbass@saintalbanspolice.com to obtain the rate)
  • September 23-26: Passaic, NJ: Hilton Garden Inn, Wayne, NJ (Host Passaic County Sheriff’s Office)
  • September 23-26: Broomall PA: Marple Police Headquarters, 1001 Sussex Blvd., Broomall PA, 19008 (Host Marple Police Department)
  • October 28-31: IDAHO Kootenai County OEM, 1662 W. Wyoming Ave, Hayden, ID 83835 (Host: Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office). This course is POST certified. Hotel Preference: Staybridge Suites (use code: JHA)- This course is POST certified.
  • November 11-14: Toms River Fire Academy, 1780 Church Rd, Toms River, NJ 08753
  • January 21-24: Garfield Police Department, 411 Midland Ave, Garfield, NJ (Hosted by Garfield PD)

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“As a newly promoted Sergeant, this class was an eye-opening experience. The instructors knowledge was invaluable and the practical application of the various topics made it relatable and easy to understand. The different teaching methods kept the class engaged every step of the way. I highly recommend this class.” – Mary Kate Huff Upper Makefield PD

“Failing to prepare is preparing to fail. This class helped me prepare myself to become a successful supervisor. I highly recommend it for future leaders!” – Steve, Guttenberg PD

“Great class and one of the best that I’ve been to! I am looking forward to more!” – Casey, Morris County Park Police

“This class was tremendous! I had great information and guides on how to be a successful supervisor!” – Adam, Princeton PD

“This class was very informative! The instructors did a great job and were confident in the information they provided. This is my second course with J. Harris and I will continue to take classes as well as recommend them to others!” – Nick, Fair Lawn PD

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Description

No matter if you are a seasoned supervisor of an officer making the transition to leadership, the position of first-line supervisor has many challenges and is constantly evolving. Supervisory officers are, by far, the most valuable leadership position in our agencies. This supervisory development program instructs new supervisors, those soon to be promoted, and/or seasoned supervisory personnel with the essential aspects of real-life aspects of the position. The class is specifically designed to move beyond theory and provide practical application of critical skills and abilities necessary for agency supervisors to have to protect themselves, their officers and their agencies from the liability of ineffective leadership.

POST Certified (Contact Us to Get Certified in Your State)

  • Connecticut
  • Idaho
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico – NM230605 until 8/17/2025
  • Pennsylvania – MPOETC

Day 1

  • The Basics of the Communication Process
  • The Cycle of Positional Development
  • Understanding/Avoiding Supervisory Bias
  • Understanding Generational Differences
  • Written Communication
  • Follow-up & Feedback
  • Communicating with Sub-Groups
  • Meetings: Running or Attending
  • Shaping the Narrative for Impromptu “Media” Encounters
  • The Critical Shift & Your New Perspective
  • Working with your Boss – Being a Good Follower
  • Setting the Baseline of Supervision & Discipline
  • Proactive Supervision & Monitoring Your team
  • Effective Counseling of Employees for Minor Issues
  • Progressive Discipline
  • Documenting Your Actions

Day 2

  • Practical Solutions to Everyday Problems (lateness, attendance, appearance, productivity, etc.)
  • Taking/Vetting Citizen Complaints
  • Handling the “Marginal Employee”
  • Handling the “Problem Employee”
  • Response to Serious Personnel Issues/Problems
  • Early Warning Systems (Understanding & Documentation)
  • Handling Roll Call (Training, Assignments, Direction of Employees, Critiques of Calls, etc.)
  • Effective Report Review
  • Supervisor’s Role in Use of Force Events
  • Supervisor’s Role in Pursuits
  • Managing Civilians & Volunteers

Day 3

  • Basics of Incident Command & Crime Scene Management
  • Critical Incident Mitigation
  • Incident Command – An Overview
  • Basic Scene Management
  • Crime Scenes: Special Considerations
  • Supervisor’s Role in Responding to Calls with Autistic Individuals
  • Supervisor’s Role in Calls dealing with Emotionally Disturbed People
  • Large Gatherings & Civil Unrest
  • Responding to Officer Involved Shootings
  • After Action Debriefs and why they are important, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and Monitoring Your Employees, Employee Assistance (EAP) programs

Day 4

  • Supervisory Overview of Budgets & Purchasing
  • Identification of Future Leaders & Leadership Development
  • Motivation & Morale
  • Evaluating Your Personnel & Conducting Performance Evaluations
  • Understanding Digital Evidence (BWC & In-Car Video Review)
  • Investigation of Police Vehicle Crashes
  • Investigation of On the Job, Work-Related Injuries
  • Due Process for Our Employees (Law Enforcement Officer Bill of Rights, Contracts, & Case Law)
  • Supervisory Role in Building Relationships with Stakeholders
  • Self-Development & Networking for Your Future

Day 5 – Putting It All Together (Optional Day)

  • Practice Labs & Scenarios based on the information provided in the first four days
  • Open Discussion on Critical Issues Facing Law Enforcement

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Additional information

LOCATION

April 9-12: Passaic County Public Safety Academy, May 6-9: New Hanover PD, June 3-6, 2024: Southington Police Headquarters, June 11-14: IDAHO Chubbuck City Hall, August 26-29, 2024: Wethersfield Police Headquarters, September 16-19: Robbinsville Fire Dept, September 17-20, 2024: Saint Albans Police Department, September 23-26: Passaic, NJ, September 23-26: Broomall PA, October 28-31: IDAHO Kootenai County OEM, November 11-14: Toms River Fire Academy, January 21-24: Garfield Police Department

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