Industry-Specific Comptency Modules

Law Enforcement & Corrections Competency Module

The following is a complete list of the performance competencies contained in the Law Enforcement & Corrections Competency Module. These are available in addition to standard performance competencies found in Performance Impact Enterprise™ and Performance Impact Workplace™. As you evaluate performance based on these factors, the software generates clear, effective text to support your evaluation in language appropriate to law enforcement and corrections.

 

Budgeting
Contributes to budget development
Provides accurate estimates
Monitors expenditures
Remains within budget guidelines
Applies cost-saving techniques

Community Policing
Displays responsiveness to community concerns
Involves citizens in problem solving
Implements solutions to public safety problems
Understands cultural background of community
Identifies community resources
Promotes crime prevention

Conflict Resolution
Facilitates communication
Maintains impartiality
Applies negotiation skills
Prevents conflicts from escalating
Brings conflicts to resolution

Court Appearances
Prepares for court appearances
Follows courtroom procedure
Provides effective testimony
Remembers facts accurately

Decision Making
Gathers facts before making decisions
Considers legal and safety factors
Exhibits sound judgment
Shows decisiveness under pressure
Accepts responsibility for decisions

Emergency Response
Assesses emergency situations
Controls critical incidents
Manages emotionally distraught people
Exercises judgment in stressful conditions
Maintains confidence and self-control

Enforcement Tactics
Maintains physical control
Complies with use of force policies
Practices officer safety techniques
Ensures safety of others
Follows arrest procedures

Ethics & Compliance
Adheres to department regulations
Demonstrates commitment to public good
Upholds public trust
Exercises authority impartially
Maintains high standard of personal conduct

Evidence Collection
Applies search and seizure rules
Ensures integrity of crime scene
Collects and preserves evidence properly
Complies with rules of evidence
Maintains chain of evidence

Inmate Control
Supervises inmate activities
Manages difficult behaviors
Uses disciplinary action appropriately
Applies knowledge of inmate rights
Ensures safety of inmates

Interviewing & Interrogation
Maintains control of interview
Obtains pertinent information
Asks probing questions
Adjusts tactics to fit situation
Shows fairness and objectivity

 

Investigative Skills
Develops leads through deductive reasoning
Follows up promising leads
Displays persistence in clearing cases
Maintains thorough case files
Makes use of investigative resources

Job Knowledge
Demonstrates technical skills and knowledge
Knows laws, statutes and codes
Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills
Keeps skills and knowledge current
Completes training activities
Shares knowledge and skills

Patrol
Attends to problem areas
Responds to calls promptly
Recognizes unusual activity
Manages multiple patrol activities
Initiates self-directed activity

Physical Requirements
Meets physical requirements
Presents positive public image
Maintains uniform and protective clothing
Follows grooming guidelines

Prison Security
Maintains order and discipline
Controls contraband
Follows security procedures
Reports incidents and potential hazards

Public Contact
Demonstrates helpfulness
Uses respectful and nondiscriminatory language
Treats people fairly
Displays cultural sensitivity
Exhibits empathy towards victims

Report Writing
Prepares accurate and complete reports
Organizes information clearly
Includes elements necessary for prosecution
Supports conclusions and recommendations
Uses correct spelling and grammar
Submits reports on time

Safety & Equipment Use
Observes safety precautions
Displays proficiency with safety equipment
Demonstrates safe driving practices
Follows radio protocols
Maintains department equipment

Supervision
Provides direction and gains compliance
Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities
Gives performance feedback
Motivates for increased results
Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth
Implements disciplinary measures

Training
Assesses developmental needs
Selects appropriate training methods
Facilitates participant learning
Motivates employees to apply new skills
Evaluates training effectiveness
Meets training requirements and goals

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