Chief of Police
CHIEF OF POLICE
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Job Summary: The purpose of this position is to manage the needs of Southlake citizens as it relates to police services. This is accomplished by managing and directing the operations of patrol, criminal investigation, traffic functions, public safety related community services and administration of programs; monitoring, reporting, researching and evaluating projects and programs; and providing highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Assistant City Manager / Director of Public Safety and the City Manager.
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration or similar field is required. A Master's Degree in Management, Business Administration or Public Administration is highly desired. Attendance at one or more 3-month command school(s) such as, the FBI Academy, Southern Police Institute, or Southwestern Law Enforcement Institute.
Certificates & Other Requirements:
- Possession of or ability to obtain, a valid Texas Driver's License;
- Texas Peace Officers must be eligible for certification by the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) at the Advanced or Master Level within 30 days of hire. Applicants from outside of the state of Texas must have the equivalent advanced or master certification from their home state and must obtain a Texas Peace Officer License within 30 days of hire.
Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years command and supervisory experience in an organized police department at the level of Police Lieutenant or above.
Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 DOQ
Position Opened: July 25, 2008
Position Closes: August 29, 2008
How to Apply: Please submit the following by close of business August 29, 2008 to the Human Resources Department (via fax, mail, email or in person); a City of Southlake employment application, resume, cover letter, five (5) business references and current salary information.