Chief of Police-Albemarle County (VA)

Noblenational; Virginia; Presencial; USD 190.000 - 205.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Noblenational is seeking a senior law enforcement executive to lead a Virginia agency, setting strategic direction, overseeing operations, and ensuring excellence in public safety. The role requires a proven track record in administrative leadership and policy implementation, and the ability to work with university and municipal partners.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field, 10+ years in law enforcement, at least 5 years in senior management, DCJS

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field and 10+ years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience.
• At least five years in senior-level management, administrative, and supervisory roles.
• Eligibility to obtain Virginia DCJS certification within one year of appointment.

Conhecimentos

Senior-level management

Administrative leadership

Policy implementation

Formação

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice / Criminology / Police Administration / Public Administration / Business Administration or related field

DCJS certification eligibility within 1 year

Descrição da vaga

Qualifications

Minimum requirements

include any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Police Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field, and 10 or more years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience. Candidates must possess at least five years of senior-level management, administrative, and supervisory experience in a law enforcement agency (e.g., at the rank of Captain, Commander, Major, Deputy Chief, or higher). Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain certification as a law enforcement officer through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) within one year of appointment, and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred qualifications

include a master’s degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Executive Leadership, or a related discipline, alongside executive leadership development credentials from premier institutions such as the FBI National Academy, the Senior Management Institute for Police (SMIP/PERF), the Southern Police Institute (SPI), or Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command. Other preferred experience includes service in a growing, diverse, mixed-density community (suburban/rural balance) and in a department that partners closely with university and municipal law enforcement agencies. Well-rounded supervisory experience in all areas of policing, including working with social service teams, is also preferred.

Residency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is required by County policy after appointment and while serving in the position.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected hiring range is $190,000 – $ 205,000, depending on qualifications, with an excellent benefits package. Albemarle County offers a robust benefit package, including paid vacation and sick leave, an employee health clinic with 2 locations, multiple health insurance options (health, vision, and dental), and Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits. This is a full-time FLSA Exempt position. County-paid life insurance and deferred compensation are available.