Coastal Police Chief: Strategic, Community-Driven Leadership

TOWN OF WRIGHTSVLLE BEACH; Wrightsville Beach (NC); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Town of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina invites experienced law enforcement leaders to serve as its next Police Chief. This role shapes public safety strategy for officers, residents, and businesses while building strong community relationships.

The Chief will lead a CALEA-accredited department, advance professional standards, and balance seasonal demand with year-round safety needs. The incumbent will engage with residents and officials to foster trust and accountability.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Law Enforcement Administration, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field with 5+ years of related experience.
• Advanced degree and FBI National Academy or similar leadership training preferred.
• Certification as a NC law enforcement officer or eligibility to obtain it.
• Valid NC driver’s license or eligibility to obtain one.

Aufgaben

• Provide strategic direction for the Police Department in partnership with Town leadership.
• Lead a coastal department through seasonal and tourism-driven demand.
• Align staffing, training, equipment, and budget with mission and community needs.
• Mentor officers and supervisors with a focus on recruitment, retention, and accountability.
• Establish a vision that builds public trust through professionalism and transparency.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Personnel development

Interagency collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in LEA/Criminal Justice/Public Admin

Advanced degree and executive leadership training preferred

North Carolina certification for law enforcement officer

Valid driver’s license

Jobbeschreibung

The Town of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina invites experienced law enforcement leaders to serve as its next Police Chief. This role shapes public safety strategy for officers, residents, and businesses while building strong community relationships.

The Chief will lead a CALEA-accredited department, advance professional standards, and balance seasonal demand with year-round safety needs. The incumbent will engage with residents and officials to foster trust and accountability.