Deputy Police Chief: Public Safety Leader

Town of Hamden; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Hamden seeks a Deputy Police Chief to lead planning, directing, and reviewing Hamden Police Department operations. This role oversees patrols, investigations, records, and training, ensuring protection of life and property and adherence to CT laws and town ordinances.

The incumbent provides strategic leadership, manages the departmental budget, and ensures ethical conduct, accountability, and community trust. Strong supervision and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, police administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Eight (8) years of experience as a police officer, including four (4) years of progressively responsible supervisory/management experience.
• Must possess POSTC certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Must possess valid Connecticut driver’s license or obtain within 90 days if relocating to CT.
• Candidate must pass background, medical, psychological, and polygraph exams, and be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct departmental activities including personnel training and management.
• Oversee patrols, investigations, records, and arrest operations.
• Manage departmental budget, grants, and capital funds.
• Provide leadership, ethical governance, and community safety initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and agency rules.

Skills

Leadership

Public safety knowledge

Budget management

Communication skills

Decision making under pressure

Ethical conduct

Education

Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Town of Hamden seeks a Deputy Police Chief to lead planning, directing, and reviewing Hamden Police Department operations. This role oversees patrols, investigations, records, and training, ensuring protection of life and property and adherence to CT laws and town ordinances.

The incumbent provides strategic leadership, manages the departmental budget, and ensures ethical conduct, accountability, and community trust. Strong supervision and organizational skills are essential for success.