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Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
Values:
Integrity:
- Exhibits ethical behavior in all that he/she does
- Is honest and tells the truth in dealing with others
- Avoids both the perception and reality of wrongdoing
- Does not tolerate ethical lapses of others
- Maintains trust and confidentiality
- Keeps commitments, does what he/she says
- When asked to do something, follows through and does it
- Committed to do the right thing, even under pressure
- Dependable, a person you can count on
- Avoids over committing
- Walks the talk, sets a good example
- Adheres to and "lives" Metro’s values
- Supports Metro’s strategic direction, vision, mission, goals
- Acts with a sense of purpose/responsibility for Metro’s success
- Provides clear direction, clarifies goals and expectations
- Explains the relationship between the job and Metro’s mission/goals
- Allocates resources and helps remove obstacles
- Shows leadership, someone you are willing to follow
Courage:
- Does what is right and stands up for what he/she believes in
- Does the right thing even if it is not easy, expedient or popular
- Willing to support others even under difficult circumstances
- Does not play favorites or political games
- Analyzes facts, situations and circumstances effectively
- Exhibits sound judgment, making decisions or taking actions
- Does not allow preconceived views to affect his/her judgment
- Willing to make a tough decision even if it is not popular
- Makes good decisions under pressure or in difficult situations
- Takes corrective action in a timely, responsive manner
- Takes the necessary action when it is needed
- Willing to take a calculated risk
- Speaks up and willing to challenge conventional wisdom
- Stands by others when they take a reasonable risk
- Able to manage effectively when there is uncertainty or ambiguity
- Recognizes that there is often conflicting information
- Deals with change in a positive and professional manner
- Is flexible, adaptable and open to change
Accountability:
- Willing to take responsibility for his/her actions
- Accepts responsibility for his/her subordinates, team or unit
- "Owns" the decision, even if it turns out wrong
- Open to scrutiny and evaluation by others
- Adheres to high standards of conduct and performance
- Recognizes that he/she carries out the public trust
- Communicates expectations and standards to others
- Holds people accountable for their performance
- Is self-directed, knows what to do
- Performs work at a productive and high level
- Shows initiative, does not wait to be told what to do
- Able to achieve good performance even under pressure
- Admits when he/she is wrong or makes a mistake
- Learns from mistakes, problems and other situations
- Does not place blame, point fingers or "pass the buck"
- Is strong enough to admit fault, brave enough to fix it
- Avoids defensiveness and stubbornness
Respect for People:
- Coaches, guides and helps people grow.
- Builds confidence and shows encouragement
- Asks people what they need to do their job better
- Gives people the resources and training to do the job
- Provides recognition and encouragement when performance improves
- Treats others as he/she wants to be treated
- Shows respect and dignity when dealing with others
- Avoids public display of anger or criticism
- Does not condescend or talk-down to people
- Appreciates differences regardless of culture, race, sex, religion, etc.
- Shows respect regardless of level, title, position
- Does not tolerate discrimination or demeaning remarks by others
- Able to deal with conflict in a constructive and professional manner
- Willing to be a good team player
- Encourages and fosters teamwork with others
- Supports collaboration and partnerships across the organization
- Communicates clearly and consistently
- Provides information in an accurate and timely manner
- Approachable, encourages people to speak up
- Asks for and accepts feedback without being defensive
- Willing to listen, makes you feel that what you have to say is important
Excellence:
- Exhibits a positive, can-do attitude
- Tries to make the best of difficult situations
- Avoids complaining, giving excuses and being negative
- Contributes to a positive work environment, encourages success
- Works to the best of his/her ability, gives 100%
- Dedicated and has pride in his/her work
- Exhibits professionalism and high standards
- Cares and wants to make a difference
- Has a focus on service and helping others
- Delivers excellent service in all that he/she does
- Sets high standards, wants to achieve excellent results
- Values creativity, innovation, imagination and fresh ideas
- Willing to think "outside the box" or try something new
- Gives support and is open to new ideas or concepts
- Looks for ways to improve
- Interested in growing and getting better
- Is not satisfied with mediocrity or "it is good enough"
- Shows respect for learning, knowledge and education
- Has an open mind, recognizes there is always a better way
- Monitors and measures progress to enhance performance
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