Chief Of Police

Chief of Police

The City of Firebaugh is located northwest of Fresno off Highway 33. In 1914, Firebaugh has grown from a ferry crossing to a small agriculture‑based city. Before the railroad, the San Joaquin River was the major thoroughfare to upstream communities. The City of Firebaugh operates as a general law city with a City Council/City Manager form of government.

The City of Firebaugh Police Department is committed to providing excellent police service to those who live in, work in, or visit the city. Under the general direction of the City Council, the Chief of Police performs highly responsible administrative and professional work organizing, planning, coordinating, and directing all activities of the Police Department. Currently, the department has 12 sworn officers, 4 full‑time dispatchers, one records supervisor, and 2 part‑time dispatchers who work hand in hand with the community to ensure the quality of life in Firebaugh is maintained and enhanced.

The department operates on a general fund budget of $2.7 million, in a new police station.

The City of Firebaugh is seeking an innovative, community focused, and dynamic law enforcement professional to serve as its next Chief of Police. The ideal candidate should have:

• Ten (10) years of responsible law enforcement experience; five (5) years of management or supervisory experience in a municipal police department or county sheriff organization.

The ideal candidate will be a visible, approachable leader who is deeply committed to community engagement and upholding the highest standards of integrity and ethics. The new chief will build meaningful relationships with residents, elected officials, and community partners. A strong advocate for transparency and trust. The new chief will champion an inclusive, service‑oriented culture throughout the department, ensuring that every member of the community feels seen, heard, and protected.

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or equivalent (preferred)
• Minimum age of 21 years
• Valid California Driver's License
• Ten (10) years of responsible law enforcement experience
• Five (5) years of management or supervisory experience in a municipal police department or county sheriff's organization
• P.O.S.T. Advance, Supervisory, or Management Certificate

The selection process may include application screening, panel interviews, background investigation, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and other assessments as determined by the City.

• Take‑home use of city‑owned vehicle
• City‑issued cell phone
• CalPERS Medical:
  If one of the (4) least expensive medical plans, the City pays 80% and the employee pays 20% of the monthly premium for the employee and dependents. Employees with health insurance coverage from a non‑city source may elect to receive payment in lieu of coverage in the amount of $350 per month.
• Dental Coverage:
  City will pay 90%, and employee pays 10% of the monthly premium.
• Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• CalPERS Retirement
• Vacation leave - begins 100 hours per year
• Paid Holidays - 15 days per year
• Sick leave - 12 days per year
• Admin leave - 80 hours per year
• Employee Assistance Program available for employees and eligible family members

Application can be obtained at City Hall, or website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

City of Firebaugh
1133 P Street
Firebaugh Ca. 93622
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