Chief of Police

Malvern; Malvern (AR); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Malvern seeks a Chief who leads with integrity and devotion to the community. This role commands the patrol, investigations, and support divisions, shaping policy, training, and morale.

You will work closely with the Civil Service framework to uphold high standards in policing and public safety. Responsibilities include strategic budgeting, equipment procurement, and fostering proactive relations with residents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Public Administration, or related field.
• Active Senior Officer Certificate from Arkansas CLEST for in-state applicants.
• Out-of-state applicants must have equivalent senior-level certification and pursue Arkansas CLEST reciprocity within 6 months.

Responsabilités

• Exercising full authority over deployment, strategy, and daily operations of patrol, investigative, and support divisions.
• Mentoring, leading, and managing a professional police force within Civil Service framework.
• Designing and executing a municipal police budget with resource allocation and fleet management.
• Implementing community-first policing programs to maintain safety and strong local ties.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Community engagement

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Public Administration, or related field

Description du poste

We are looking for a Chief who does more than simply serve our community-we want someone who becomes a meaningful part of it. A leader who is invested in our people, committed to our future, and dedicated to the quality of life in our community, demonstrating that commitment through their actions every day.

Essential Job Functions:

• Executive Command: Exercises full authority over the deployment, strategy, and daily operations of the patrol, investigative, and support divisions.
• Leadership & Professional Development: Mentors, leads, and manages a professional police force, working collaboratively within Malvern's Civil Service framework to maintain high morale and excellent training standards.
• Strategic Fiscal Management: Designs and executes a modern municipal police budget focused on resource allocation, specialized equipment procurement, and fleet management.
• Proactive Community Relations: Implements visible, community-first policing programs that keep Malvern a safe, tight-knit place to live, work, and visit.
• Key Skills: Strong leadership and integrity; active involvement in the community; effective communication; the ability to manage personnel with fairness and accountability; and the ability to responsibly oversee municipal budgets and resources.

Minimum Qualifications & Education Requirements:

• Must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Public Administration, or another field directly related to law enforcement, public safety, or municipal administration.
• In-State Applicants: Must hold an active Senior Officer Certificate issued by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST).
• Out-of-State Applicants: Must possess a current, equivalent senior-level law enforcement certification in good standing and meet all eligibility requirements for Arkansas CLEST reciprocity. The selected candidate must complete all requirements necessary to obtain Arkansas CLEST certification within six (6) months of appointment.
• Experience: Minimum of 9 years of progressive law enforcement experience, including at least 3 years in a command or supervisory role (e.g., Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, or higher).

The City of Malvern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.