Chief of Police

As the leader of the department, the Chief of Police is responsible for the overall leadership and vision of the Police team. Work involves leading the organization and providing high‑level professional expertise and advice on all areas of responsibilities. This position is responsible for developing and implementing long term strategies that will shape the growth of the organization. Work is performed under the general direction of the Mayor.

This position is a key member of the City Leadership Team and is expected to serve in both leadership and management capacities.

The position is responsible for participating in and supporting the ongoing strategic planning process for the City. It will also lead the development and implementation of the Police Department Strategic Plan. In addition, the Chief of Police will be responsible for evaluating the departmental structure and resources to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

In addition to playing a leadership role, this position must also serve a tactical, hands‑on administrative role for the City. It oversees budgets, operations, and performance metrics for all areas of the Police Department.

• Supervises and directs all Police Department operations and administrative functions.
• Makes final hiring and promotional decisions from Police and Fire Commission approved candidate list.
• Establishes departmental goals and objectives and sets priorities for completing various projects.
• Mentors staff and promotes career development.
• Participates in labor negotiations, administers labor agreements, addresses grievances and maintains dialog with the union leadership.
• Approves purchasing requests and contracts.
• Reviews and approves development and revision of policies, procedures and work rules.
• Develops and oversees program development, both within the department and in related agencies.
• Coordinates or directs coordination of department activities with other governmental agencies.
• Determines long‑term strategy of department and oversees long and short‑term goals.
• Determines staffing, service levels and budgetary needs for future considerations.
• Identifies problems and the extent of problems within the community and develops plans of action.
• Approve prepared preliminary budgets.
• Review personnel performance records and evaluations.
• Participate in public safety and city council meetings.
• Consults with and advises the Mayor and City Council members on issues related to the Department. Attends meetings with various groups both internally and externally to the organization.
• Promotes Department Image and educates public through presentations and speeches.
• Reviews, reports, memos, correspondence and investigations prepared by subordinate staff.
• Maintains regular punctual and predictable attendance, works overtime and extra hours as required.

• Provides consultation to other departments in regard to police services.
• Performs routine administrative duties (telephone, written correspondence, e‑mail, etc.).
• Assists in assessment centers.
• Participates in and performs field observations of departmental programs.
• Prepare agendas for the conduct of internal and external meetings.
• Prepare for presentation and committee meetings.
• Attends training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Public Administration or related field is required, with a Master's degree desired and at least eight to nine years broad and extensive municipal police management and administrative experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
• Knowledge of modern principles, practices and methods of police operations & administration.
• Knowledge of labor relations and contract administration.
• Ability and desire to lead by influencing, motivating and enabling individuals to contribute to the success of the department.
• Ability to delegate authority to appropriate staff subordinates monitoring adherence to established police policies, rules and regulations…