Must have at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including four (4) years of management responsibility at a command staff level, preferably in a municipal law enforcement department. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in criminal justice, public administration, or a closely related field is required. A Master’s degree is highly desirable. The candidate must possess a valid California Class “C” driver’s license and a Peace Officers’ Standard and Training Management Certificate.
Under the general administrative direction of the City Manager, the Chief of Police performs highly responsible administrative and professional work organizing, planning, coordinating, and directing all activities of the Police Department. They are responsible for law enforcement, crime prevention, and administrative support services and activities with a departmental budget of $24.3 million (Personnel, $18.6M). Emphasis is placed on community-based policing, familiarization between law enforcement and community residents, and collaborative problem-solving while de-emphasizing the paramilitary aspects of the job; and performing other duties as assigned.
The Chief of Police assumes full management responsibility for all Police Department services and activities, including preserving order, protecting life and property, and enforcing laws and municipal ordinances. They work with the City Manager to develop, implement, and monitor long-term plans, goals, and objectives to achieve the City’s mission and City Council priorities. The Chief advises the City Manager, City Council, and other managers on issues pertaining to crime prevention and law enforcement. The Chief represents the City in such matters before civic groups, the media, the public, and other agencies.
The Chief establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with other law enforcement agencies, property owners, community groups, businesses, City staff, and the public; promotes public awareness and understanding of law enforcement within the community. The Chief is instrumental in building and fostering cohesive and collaborative departmental working relationships and encourages employee development through staff training and succession planning.