Deputy Police Chief

West Valley City; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 145,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

West Valley City is seeking an Executive Police Chief with federal/post state certification and extensive command experience to lead the department. The role requires strategic budgeting, policy development, and strong collaboration with city officials and partner agencies.

The position offers full benefits, a competitive starting pay, and at-will employment. Applicants must meet Utah POST requirements and hold a bachelor’s degree in police science or related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in police science or related field required.
• Seven years progressive police experience or equivalent.
• Must have Utah POST certification at hire.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate police department operations.
• Assist in budgeting and administration of department programs.
• Supervise and evaluate police personnel and ensure policy compliance.
• Coordinate with city, county, state, and federal agencies on enforcement and service activities.
• Provide guidance to subordinates and ensure community safety.

Skills

Executive leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in police science

Job description

Description

This is an Executive level leadership position for those that are currently certified as a Law Enforcement Officer and have Police Officer experience with a state or local law enforcement agency or department. This position is Exempt and At-Will. If you do not meet this criteria, please apply to the position you are qualified for or apply at a different time. More information can be found on our website. Please review all of the information below regarding our application and hiring process.

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Chief of Police plans, directs and coordinates the operations of the Police Department.

Starting Pay

$144,982- $199,350 Depending on Experience

Benefits

Full Benefits; health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, parental leave, etc.

Retirement

Utah Retirement Systems, pension and/or 401(k)

Job Posting Close Date

May close any time after November 16th, 2026

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Acts as Chief of Police in absence of Chief of Police.


• Assists subordinate supervisors with planning and organizing programs within the various bureaus of the Police Department.


• Assist the training, evaluating, disciplining and supervision of subordinate employees.


• Aids in the development, and administration of the departmental budget including the various divisional budgets. Prepares recommendations for the use by the Chief of Police for submission to the City Manager, Mayor and City Council regarding budgetary issues.


• Plans, organizes and directs programs, including the provision of patrol, investigative, school crossing guards, emergency dispatching and related services.


• Selects, supervises, trains, evaluates and disciplines employees.


• Prepares and submits annual operating budget requests and administers approved departmental budgets.


• Prepares recommendations for the City Council and implements approved policies.


• Directs the formulation of departmental policy and reviews operations to insure adherence to that policy.


• Coordinates law enforcement and service activities with those of other city agencies and with county, state and federal agencies, as appropriate.


• Advise and assists subordinates in solving highly complex police problems.


• Keeps the Chief of Police apprised of special law enforcement and service needs of the community.


• Establishes and maintains effective communications with community groups.


• Maintains professional association membership and attends meetings, seminars and conventions to represent the city and stay abreast of current trends and innovations.


• The employee performs duties that actively prevent or detect crime and enforce criminal statutes or ordinances of the state of Utah. The employee responds to situations involving threats to public safety and makes emergency decisions affecting the lives and health of others. The employee performs duties that consist of providing community protection.


• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises Police Lieutenants, Police Sergeants, Police Officers and other police personnel including non-sworn personnel as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Graduation from high school or equivalent; plus, a Bachelor’s degree (preferably a Master’s Degree) in Police Science, Sociology, Criminology or other related field; plus seven years progressive experience in a related field; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Language Skills

• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.

Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations

• Possess a valid Utah driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one.


• Current Utah Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification as a Law Enforcement Officer is required at the time of hire.

Other

• Knowledge of the standards by which the quality of police service is evaluated and the use of police records and their application to police administration. Knowledge of the functions of other governmental agencies and authorities as they relate to police work.


• Ability to plan, organize, direct and evaluate the work of subordinates engaged in diversified activities. Ability to analyze complex verbal and statistical reports and to formulate action based on analysis. Ability to analyze complex organizational problems and to determine proper courses of action.


• Ability to prepare and present effectively oral and written informative material relating to the activities of the department. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, other City officials, state and federal authorities, civil leaders and the public.


• Ability to work independently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job places life or personal safety at risk. Comfortable working conditions, handling light weights. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking. Generally pleasant working conditions with some exposure to dangerous situations in extreme emergencies. Intermittent exposure to stress as result of human behavior.

West Valley City is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” and selects, hires, promotes, and compensates employees without regard to race, religion, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, color, national origin, or any other non-meritorious factor. The City evaluates applicants for employment or candidates for promotion based upon their knowledge, skills, experience, education, and potential for job performance consistent with the needs of the position.