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The City of South Lake Tahoe is looking for a Police Chief who will prioritize the strong rapport that the South Lake Tahoe Police Department has established with community members. The ideal candidate will be an experienced, forward-thinking leader dedicated to building strong relationships with diverse community members as well as visitors. The ideal candidate will have practical knowledge and experience of best practices related to community-oriented policing and will demonstrate a commitment to transparency and trust-building across all demographics. The candidate must have a proven ability to tackle complex issues, including mental health crises, by implementing innovative strategies and collaborating with local resources. Strong communication skills, crisis management abilities, and cultural competency are essential for this role. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will emphasize succession planning within the department, fostering the development of future leaders to ensure stability and long-term success. Overall, their efforts should aim to maintain safety while enhancing the quality of life for both residents and visitors.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE
Located on the California/Nevada border of Lake Tahoe, and surrounded by the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains, South Lake Tahoe offers spectacular scenery and year-round activities. At 6,200 feet above sea level, South Lake Tahoe is “America’s All Year Playground and is home to some of the best winter sports, water sports, bike trails, family fun and nightlife in the US. Cultural and recreational facilities include 32 churches, a library, parks and several playgrounds. Just across the road on the Nevada side are five 24-hr hotel casinos with various gambling games, restaurants, and indoor/outdoor concert events.

THE DEPARTMENT
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) was formed in 1967 and through the years has developed a rich and proud history.

The dedicated employees of SLTPD have contributed to building an honorable standing within our community and a strong legacy for future generations.

The department serves a population of approximately 20,000 full-time residents, which can grow to 100,000 on weekends and holidays. Calls for service average 24,141 per year.

The department has 42 sworn positions and 69 total employees. There are 26 full time patrol officers, 5 Detectives, 1 SRO, 6 Sergeants, 3 Lieutenants and 4 seasonal part-time marine offices. The department also has responsibilities for the Joint Dispatch Center, Community Services Officers, Parking Enforcement, and Police Administration.

The South Lake Tahoe Police Department is committed to providing professional services to the residents, businesses, and visitors of South Lake Tahoe.

Education/Training: Candidates should have experience in administration, budget, management, strategic planning, succession planning, and community outreach. A Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Law, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field is required; a Masters's Degree is preferred. P.O.S.T. Command College and/or the California Police Chiefs Executive Leadership institute are desired, but not required.

Experience: Ten (10) years of increasingly responsible supervisory/administrative experience in Law enforcement, including at least four (4) years of management responsibility at the level equivalent to that of Lieutenant or higher. Experience as a Chief of Police is desired but not required.

License or Certificate: Must satisfy all California P.O.S.T. minimum employment standards and possess, or be able to obtain, a P.O.S.T. Management Certificate.
Possession of a California or other state-issued driver's license

The City offers a comprehensive benefit package including: additional 5% of salary deposited in a 401a account, Matching 457 contribution after 1 year of employment, PTO leave, Holidays, life insurance and disability insurance. The City offers a City sponsored health insurance plan for employees including family (Blue Shield HDHP) with a City contribution into an HSA (Employee Only $2,500 Employee +1 or Family $4,200 annually) as well as a City-sponsored dental and vision insurance plan.

Recruitment Schedule:

• Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and responses to supplemental questions, and all materials must be received by the closing date of March 28, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
• Candidate Interviews in person on April 18, 2025
  • Community Panel
  • Executive Team Panel
  • City Manager

The UCLA Police Department is a leader in providing 21st Century law enforcement services to our campus and surrounding community. The UCLAPD team is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment to those who teach, learn, work, play, or visit UCLA. We do this through patrol, rapid response to calls for service, investigations, education and implementation of preventative strategies.

UCLA is conducting a national search for its next Chief of Police, offering a unique opportunity to lead public safety and policing at the nation's #1 public university. Serving a dynamic and diverse campus community of 90,000 students, faculty, and staff, the Chief will provide strategic leadership in patrol operations, emergency response, investigations, and safety education initiatives.

Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Campus and Community Safety, the Chief will play a critical role in maintaining a safe and inclusive environment while preparing UCLA to host the world's athletes during the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

This is a career-defining opportunity to lead at one of the world's premier institutions. To learn more about the role and the UCLA Police Department click on the link below

Full Brochure: https://ucla.box.com/s/cy4abyyecx3394o83qajw2e9z3tfat3y

Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of increasing law enforcement responsibility (Required)
• At least 5 years of management and administrative responsibility (Required)
• Achieved the rank of Captain or above (Required)
• Must be a sworn peace officer either with California POST certifications (management and advanced) or with equivalent certifications and the ability to obtain California POST certifications within one year of hire, and with significant experience and demonstrated achievements in managing a law enforcement workforce. (Required)
• Current working knowledge of police management methods and philosophies, law enforcement practices/procedures and legal issues, especially relating to the campus environment. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to lead law enforcement professionals with regards to the principles of community oriented policing, encouraging community involvement and an enhanced working relationship between law enforcement and the community as a whole. (Required)
• Demonstrated skill in analysis and strategic planning to identify key issues in complex situations, evaluate options and initiate strategies for optimal resolutions. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability and skill in acquiring information, including the solicitation of input from others, useful to improving day-to-day operations, strategic planning and crisis management. (Required)
• Detailed knowledge of California statutory codes, case law, civil law and procedures, civil liability issues, labor law, and personnel administration relevant to a Police Department. (Required)
• Working knowledge of policing at an institution of higher education with shared governance between campus constituents. (Preferred)
• Demonstrated and extensive experience with the Incident Command System (ICS), including at the roles of Incident Commander or Operations Chief. This experience should have been gained during the planning, deployment, and response to major events such as sporting contests, public demonstrations, national disasters, or occurrences of a similar scale. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)
• Master's Degree or above (Preferred)
• Other Type of Degree Attendance at an advanced law enforcement executive leadership program, such as the FBI National Academy or the Senior Management Institute for Police (Preferred)
• Ability to drive legally in the state of California Immediate (Required)
• Possession of POST supervisory and management certificates, or the ability to attain them within one year of employment One year (Required)

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The City of Alabaster is continually voted as one of the safest cities in Alabama, is the largest city in Shelby County and boasts an elite school system. Following the retirement of the standing police chief, the Alabaster Police Department is looking for the next strong leader who demonstrates the experiences, skills and abilities described below to lead the department within a Mayor/Council form of government.

The City and the Department expect the new Chief to be an effective leader, able to enthusiastically embrace challenges and opportunities for improvement that may face the department. The successful candidate will be an adept communicator capable of negotiating and resolving conflicts internal and external to a department primed for continued success. A highly skilled developer of talent will be critical in ensuring the department moves forward to meet the future needs of our workforce. Decisions will be required of the new chief demanding a refined ability to identify alternate solutions and garner support throughout the department as well as across city agencies. The new chief must be able to skillfully yet relentlessly drive decisions forward and embrace change when needed. The chief should also be an advocate for the use of metrics and performance outcomes when analyzing problems and making decisions. Finally, the successful candidate will be able to easily navigate within the department, across other departments, and within our diverse community demonstrating the use of his/her interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective relationships.

The chief will have successful demonstrations in strategic leadership, managerial stewardship, community relations, operational readiness, budget and financial management and governmental relations to find success in this position.


Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration or related field. Must be certified by the Alabama Police Officers Standards & Training Commission.
Strongly preferred: FBI National Academy graduate, Certified Law Enforcement Executive Program


Experience: The successful candidate will have at least ten (10) years of experience in police work, five (5) years of experience as a Police Chief in a similarly-sized jurisdiction or as a high level commander/administrator at a rank not less than a lieutenant and show progressive supervisory/management experience with a range of operational and administrative experience. Experience should include leadership responsibility in various management functions such as operations, HR, legal, discipline, hiring, and/or budget. Previous experience working within a Mayor/Council form of government is desired.

Are you a community-focused, integrity-driven law enforcement leader who can strengthen community relationships, enhance department operations, and guide a growing city through its next phase of public safety development? If so, apply to be Evans’ next Police Chief!

We’re looking for an exceptional servant leader who is:
• Skilled in community engagement and relationship-building
• Experienced in strategic planning and staff development
• Forward-thinking in modern policing, recruitment, and technology adoption

Evans, Colorado is a growing city of 23,000 residents with a small-town feel and a dynamic economic foundation driven by energy, agriculture, healthcare, and construction. Known for its diverse and welcoming community, Evans offers a high quality of life with excellent schools, abundant parks, and easy access to both urban amenities and outdoor adventures.

The Evans Police Department oversees records management, community service and outreach. It manages specialized policing units and coordinates with local boards and commissions to ensure transparent governance. Reporting to the City Manager, the new Police Chief will provide executive leadership and manage daily department operations, oversee budgeting, personnel, and resources, develop and implement crime prevention and public safety programs, serve as an organizational representative with regional agencies and the public, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Required qualifications include:
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, criminology, public administration, or related field
• Minimum of ten (10) years of law enforcement experience, with at least five (5) years at the rank of lieutenant or higher
• Valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain within six months of hire
• Possess a Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) certification or obtain within 12 months of employment.

Preferred qualifications include:
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience in the public/municipal sector
• Master’s degree in a related field
• Completion of FBI National Academy, Northwestern School of Police Staff & Command, or equivalent high-level police leadership training

The salary for this position is $143,614 - $201,060 DOE/DOQ.

Please apply online: http://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employers/open-recruitments/evans-co-police-chief

For more information on this position, contact:
Eddie Salame, Senior Vice President
EddieSalame@governmentresource.com
817-239-2930