Police Chief

KLC Utilities Partnership; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 92,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Vacation & sick leave

Student loan repayment

KY stipend

Job summary

Hopkinsville Police Department in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, seeks a Police Chief to direct all operations and forecast annual and long-term funding for a budget exceeding $12 million. You will lead short- and long-range planning for all department functions and oversee daily operations.

Responsibilities include supervising more than 70 officers, 20 dispatchers, and 20 support staff, establishing policies, and ensuring community-oriented policing at every level.

Qualifications

• 12 years of law enforcement experience, including five years in a supervisory role.
• Graduated from the FBI National Academy, Southern Police Institute, or similar command-level training.
• Must be a graduate of the Kentucky Law Enforcement Academy (KLEC) or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervising more than 70 police officers, 20 emergency dispatchers, and 20 support staff
• Establishing policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and organizational structures
• Ensuring community-oriented policing services are provided at every level

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice management or a related field is preferred

Job description

The police chief directs all operations of the Hopkinsville Police Department and the Hopkinsville/Christian County Emergency Communications Center. The Chief forecasts annual and long-term funding needs for a budget exceeding $12 million and leads short- and long-range planning for all department functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising more than 70 police officers, 20 emergency dispatchers, and 20 support staff
• Establishing policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and organizational structures consistent with applicable guidelines and restrictions
• Ensuring community-oriented policing services are provided at every level

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice management or a related field is preferred
• Candidates must have 12 years of law enforcement experience, including five years in a supervisory role and at least two years of equivalent experience as a police captain or higher
• Candidates must also have graduated from the FBI National Academy, the Southern Police Institute, or a similar command-level training program
• Must be a graduate of the Kentucky Law Enforcement Academy (KLEC) or an equivalent academy recognized by KLEC
• A valid driver’s license is required

Benefits include:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 8 floating holidays per year are offered
• Federal student loan repayment program available for eligible employees
• Certified KY Police credentialing receives an additional $4,300 annual state stipend
• Compensation based on experience and education

Salary Information: $92,236-$121,052
Application Deadline: 11/13/2026