Chief of Police

Clyde Hill Police Department; Clyde Hill (WA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The Clyde Hill Police Department is seeking a Chief of Police to lead a close-knit, community‑minded agency. Applicants must be U.S. citizens; out‑of‑state candidates certified elsewhere must complete the Washington Equivalency Academy.

This leadership position offers a 2026 salary in the range of $145,000 to $190,000 DOQ and a $1,126/month Flexible Spending Program. Excellent benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement/deferred compensation, and more.

Job description

Chief of Police Job Announcement

The City of Clyde Hill Police Department is accepting applications for a Chief of Police. Out of state candidates who have previously certified in another state must pass the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Equivalency Academy. All applicants must be US citizens.

The Clyde Hill Police Department is a close-knit, family oriented agency with a strong belief in fostering an environment of trust between the officers and the community. The City of Clyde Hill is located across Lake Washington from Seattle and the Puget Sound, and a short drive to the Cascade Mountains. The City of Clyde Hill is consistently rated as one of the safest cities in Washington.

Job Description

2026 Salary: $145,000 - $190,000 DOQ plus ~$1,126/month Flexible Spending Program.

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement/deferred compensation, and more.