Chief of Police

Summary

Chief Of Police

The Chief of Police shall serve as the chief executive officer of the Police Department and be responsible for providing strategic and executive-level leadership, administrative direction, and operational oversight for all departmental functions; ensure the delivery of professional, ethical, and effective police services while maintaining public trust, organizational accountability, and compliance with applicable laws and professional standards; exercise sound judgment and risk management oversight in guiding a complex law enforcement organization within a dynamic legal, operational, and community environment; embody a servant-leader philosophy, prioritizing approachability, accessibility, visibility, and responsiveness while promoting collaboration and a relationship-based policing philosophy within the department and the community; embrace innovative policing methods, prioritize community engagement, and create a department culture that reflects the values of respect, integrity, and service; and inspire its members to serve as exemplary guardians of the community, fostering safety and security for all. This is an exempt position.

Interviews are anticipated to take place in October, with the specific date to be determined. Interviews will be in-person only.

The City of Caldwell offers a complete benefits package to full-time (30 or more hours per week) employees including health care, dental, vision, PERSI retirement, 401k with City match, deferred compensation plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO). The City is a qualifying employer for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, public administration, criminology or a related field.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, police science or a closely related field is preferred.
• Fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience
• At least five (5) years in a command or executive leadership role in municipal police department or related agency.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Must currently serve as a certified law enforcement officer.
• Possession of a valid and current Idaho driver's license or be able to obtain by time of hire.
• Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification, or the ability to obtain Idaho POST certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, including testing for prescription medications.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and physical.

Job Description

Chief Of Police

The Chief of Police shall serve as the chief executive officer of the Police Department and be responsible for providing strategic and executive-level leadership, administrative direction, and operational oversight for all departmental functions; ensure the delivery of professional, ethical, and effective police services while maintaining public trust, organizational accountability, and compliance with applicable laws and professional standards; exercise sound judgment and risk management oversight in guiding a complex law enforcement organization within a dynamic legal, operational, and community environment; embody a servant-leader philosophy, prioritizing approachability, accessibility, visibility, and responsiveness while promoting collaboration and a relationship-based policing philosophy within the department and the community; embrace innovative policing methods, prioritize community engagement, and create a department culture that reflects the values of respect, integrity, and service; and inspire its members to serve as exemplary guardians of the community, fostering safety and security for all. This is an exempt position.

Interviews are anticipated to take place in October, with the specific date to be determined. Interviews will be in-person only.

The City of Caldwell offers a complete benefits package to full-time (30 or more hours per week) employees including health care, dental, vision, PERSI retirement, 401k with City match, deferred compensation plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO). The City is a qualifying employer for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, public administration, criminology or a related field.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, police science or a closely related field is preferred.
• Fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience
• At least five (5) years in a command or executive leadership role in municipal police department or related agency.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Must currently serve as a certified law enforcement officer.
• Possession of a valid and current Idaho driver's license or be able to obtain by time of hire.
• Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification, or the ability to obtain Idaho POST certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, including testing for prescription medications.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and physical.