Strategic Police Chief & Community Leader

The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental

Deferred Compensation Plan 457(b)

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Equipment, Uniforms, and Vehicle

Job summary

City of Quincy seeks an experienced Chief of Police to lead the department with integrity and a forward-thinking approach. The new chief will be a visible advocate for public safety, actively building trust within the community and guiding the agency through change with a practical, inclusive leadership style.

Ideal candidate has deep law enforcement leadership experience, strong budgeting and personnel management skills, and a commitment to collaboration with internal staff and external

Qualifications

• 15 years of law enforcement experience and a minimum of three years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with budgeting, HR functions, grant writing, and organizational leadership.
• Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board certification or certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all Department operations, personnel, divisions, and special assignments, ensuring effective deployment of resources and personnel.
• Develop and establish the Department's vision, goals, policies, and operational priorities and implement strategies to continually improve police services and organizational effectiveness.
• Embrace modern policing principles, law enforcement best practices, and responsible use of technology.
• Supervise and develop Department personnel, including performance management, training, career pathing, and leadership development.
• Responsible for Labor-Management relations, contract negotiations, and disciplinary process and procedures.
• Manage the Department's fiscal and operational resources, including budget development, expenditures, financial reporting, purchasing, and accountability for departmental property and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, policies, and professional standards, including responsibilities established by Quincy Municipal Code and state and federal law.
• Foster effective partnerships and interagency cooperation with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, governmental organizations, and community partners.
• Promote professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the Department while maintaining high standards of service to the community.
• Maintain ultimate responsibility and accountability for the Department's management, conduct, and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Community relations

Public safety knowledge

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Advanced leadership training programs

FBI National Academy / Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command / PERF Senior Management Institute

Tools

Budgeting

Job description

City of Quincy seeks an experienced Chief of Police to lead the department with integrity and a forward-thinking approach. The new chief will be a visible advocate for public safety, actively building trust within the community and guiding the agency through change with a practical, inclusive leadership style.

Ideal candidate has deep law enforcement leadership experience, strong budgeting and personnel management skills, and a commitment to collaboration with internal staff and external