Largo, FL – Chief of Police

Join the City of Largo as our next Police Chief and lead a department ready for continued growth and innovation- advancing modern policing strategies, elevating operational excellence, and strengthening community partnerships to support a thriving and sustainable future.

The Police Chief is responsible for the overall direction, operations, and performance of the Largo Police Department. Reporting to the City Manager, the Chief sets the strategic vision for policing, ensuring alignment with the City’s priorities, community expectations, and long-term sustainability. This role leads a modern, service-oriented police department focused on operational excellence, accountability, and community trust by:

• Developing and executing a comprehensive public safety strategy aligned with the City’s strategic plan and informed by the Police Operational Evaluation.
• Overseeing all police operations and departmental performance.
• Leading, mentoring and inspiring a high-performance workforce.
• Fostering strong internal and regional partnerships.
• Driving innovation and modernization in policing.

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement related area
• Ten (10) years of proven experience in law enforcement; five (5) as major or above
• Valid or Ability to Qualify for Police Officer Certification
• Valid driver’s license

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking public safety leader with experience in a High-Performance Organization (HPO) environment. They bring a balanced leadership style, combining strategic vision with strong interpersonal skills – and serve as a highly effective, collaborative member of the City’s Executive Leadership Team. With high emotional intelligence, they build trust, communicate transparently, and foster a culture where team members feel valued, supported, and empowered.

This individual is an exceptional relationship builder and consensus-driven leader, adept at working across the organization and with community and regional partners. They excel at aligning diverse perspectives around shared goals and demonstrate a commitment to collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate embraces data-informed decision-making and innovation, leveraging performance metrics, technology, and modern policing strategies to enhance service delivery and outcomes. They are committed to developing high-performing teams, strengthening organizational culture, and positioning the Largo Police Department as a model for effective, community-centered policing.

Compensation: $175,000–$185,000 DOE/DOQ