Police Chief - Live Oak, TX

City of Maypearl; Texas; On-site; USD 137,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Oak seeks a community-oriented Police Chief to lead the department, report to the City Manager, and set the highest professional standards for ethics and integrity. The Police Chief provides strategic direction for all law enforcement operations, oversees a 52-person team, and guides Patrol, Investigations, Emergency Communications, SWAT, and community programs in a growing Texas city.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field, at least 10 years

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field required.
• Ten years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including five years in a command staff position.
• TCOLE Master Peace Officer certification or ability to obtain within 180 days of hire date.
• Valid Texas driver's license required.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in criminal justice or public administration; graduate leadership program credentials such as FBI National Academy.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for all law enforcement operations.
• Lead the Live Oak Police Department (52 employees) and a multi-faceted budget.
• Oversee Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Emergency Communications, SWAT, Crime Victims Assistance, Community Programs, Administration and Records, and Animal Control.
• Set ethics and integrity standards and maintain strong community relations.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Public safety ethics

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

10 years law enforcement experience including 5 in command staff

TCOLE Master Peace Officer certification or ability to obtain within 180 days

Job description

Settled by German families who gave the area its name and incorporated in 1960, Live Oak has grown from its farming and ranching roots into a vibrant community of more than 16,400 residents. The City sits at the high-growth intersection of Interstate 35 and Loop 1604, about 17 miles northeast of downtown San Antonio. Residents love its strong sense of community, convenient location, and quality parks, including Live Oak Park with its lake, walking trails, and community pool.

Live Oak is a home-rule city under the council-manager form of government. The Mayor and five Council members are elected at large to two-year terms, and the Council appoints the City Manager, who appoints the Police Chief. The City has approximately 122 employees with a strong emphasis on public safety, sound financial stewardship, and well-managed growth.

The Live Oak Police Department, in partnership with the community, works to prevent crime, preserve the peace, and enforce the laws with exemplary service. Its vision is setting the highest professional standard and model of policing in Texas. The department's 52 employees and a budget of $5,687,630 cover Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Emergency Communications, SWAT, Crime Victims Assistance, Community Programs, Administration and Records, and Animal Control.

Reporting to the City Manager, the Police Chief provides strategic direction for all law enforcement operations. Live Oak is seeking a community-oriented law enforcement executive who sets the bar for ethics and integrity, is highly visible and approachable, brings a track record of stability and consistency, and inspires a team to achieve a shared vision.

Required Qualifications -

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including five (5) years in a command staff position
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered
• TCOLE Master Peace Officer certification or the ability to obtain within 180 days of hire date
• Valid Texas driver's license

Preferred Qualifications -

• Master's degree in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field
• Graduate of a recognized executive leadership program, such as the FBI National Academy, LEMIT Leadership Command College, or Senior Management Institute for Police
• Experience with the Texas Law Enforcement Best Practices Recognition Program or similar accreditation
• Experience leading community-oriented policing in a suburban community of comparable size

The full salary range for this position is $137,146 – $208,685 with an anticipated hiring range of $137,146 - $189,057 DOQ.