Police Chief | Public Safety Leader & Operations Executive

KENTON COUNTY FISCAL COURT; Independence (KY); On-site; USD 121,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Kenton County Police Department in Independence, KY seeks a dynamic Chief to direct departmental operations, supervise sworn staff, develop budgets, and oversee public safety programs. This executive role requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with county officials and regional partners.

You will ensure compliance with laws, manage training, and drive performance, accountability, and community relations while maintaining professional standards and

Qualifications

• Proven command experience in a law enforcement agency.
• Demonstrated leadership ability; decisive and responsible.
• Ability to supervise people effectively and maintain discipline.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates the operation of the police department and assists in budget preparation.
• Supervises payroll, hiring, training, promotion, scheduling, and discipline; works with merit board.
• Ensures compliance with state requirements for peace officers and maintains departmental records and reports.
• Reports to county officials and merit board and communicates department activities.

Skills

Command experience

Leadership

Supervisory ability

Communication skills

Budget management

Public relations

Education

Criminal justice degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Kenton County Police Department in Independence, KY seeks a dynamic Chief to direct departmental operations, supervise sworn staff, develop budgets, and oversee public safety programs. This executive role requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with county officials and regional partners.

You will ensure compliance with laws, manage training, and drive performance, accountability, and community relations while maintaining professional standards and