Police Commander

City of Chandler; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 210,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chandler Police Department is seeking a Police Commander to oversee a division, plan and supervise staff, and ensure efficient operations. This position reports to the Police Chief or Assistant Chief and has latitude for independent judgment.

Minimum qualifications require a Bachelor's degree, at least five years as Lieutenant or higher with a department of 100+ sworn personnel, AZPOST certification, and a valid Arizona driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• At least five years of experience at Lieutenant or higher rank.
• AZPOST certification is required.
• Valid Arizona driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and review activities of all personnel assigned to a division.
• Work under the direct supervision of the Police Chief or Assistant Chief.
• Supervise Lieutenants, Sergeants, Officers and other non-sworn staff.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic planning

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a job-related field

Tools

AZPOST Certification

Arizona Driver's License

Job description

SALARY: $210,267.20 - $220,771.20 Annually

OPENING DATE: 10/01/26

CLOSING DATE: 10/22/26 11:59 PM

Chandler Police Department

2026 Police Commander Recruitment Process

The Chandler Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of Police Commander. This position has full responsibility to plan, supervise and review the activities of all personnel assigned to a division of the Police Department. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Police Chief or Assistant Chief, but considerable latitude is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Supervision is exercised over the work of employees in the class of Police Lieutenants, Police Sergeants, Police Officers and other non-sworn support personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a job-related field; and
• At least five (5) years of experience at the rank of Police Lieutenant, or higher, with a law enforcement agency with 100 or more sworn personnel; and
• AZPOST Certification; and
• Valid Arizona Driver's License with acceptable driving record.

Hiring Process

The 2026 Commander process will be as follows:

Date TBD: Panel Oral Board

Date TBD: Chief Interview - The Police Chief will conduct final interviews prior to promotion. The Chief will be given the names of the recommended candidates after the oral interview and presentation. The Chief has the right to select any candidate interviewed. If the Chief fails any candidate(s), the candidate(s) will be removed and notified.

The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is an Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Employer.