Police Captain

The City of McComb is seeking to fill the position of Police Captain. This is a rewarding career for individuals interested in a career in public service. The Police Captain will perform a variety of complex, administrative, supervisory and professional public safety assistance including planning, coordinating and directing the activities of the Police Department. The ideal candidate will possess police administration experience, with a strong leadership and management background, knowledge of community policing, and personnel and budgeting experience.

The ability to communicate with the Board of Mayor and Selectmen, the City Administrator, the Chief of Police and government and civil leaders as well as the media is essential. A comprehensive benefit package is also offered which includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid vacation time and paid sick time.

• Two (2) years of college with five (5) service years and two (2) years command experience.
• Four (4) years of college may substitute for one (1) year as a lietenant
• Six (6) years of experience with two (2) years as a lieutenant may substitute for two (2) years of college.
• Must be certified by MS Board of Law Eforcement Officer Standards and Training and basic criminal investigative training.
• Completion of 100 hours of supervisory or personnel management training is also required.