Date Posted: 4/9/2019 9:05:00 AM
Description:
The City of West Buechel is Seeking Applicants for Position of Police Chief
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Job Description: To: oversee and direct the operations of the Buechel Police Department; develop, implement, and evaluate the agency’s goals, policies, programs, and budgets; provide direction and guidance to members of the police force; represent the department at state conferences, regional meetings, and local events; coordinate policing efforts with external agencies and with community organizations; perform patrol, traffic and/or criminal investigations; attend required training programs and ensures that all officers attend mandatory training; attend regular and special Council meetings and City staff meetings as scheduled; provide a clear, attainable mission and strategic plan for the department.
Education or Training: Bachelor’s degree in Police Administration, Criminal Justice, or other relevant field is preferred but not required; High School diploma or equivalent required.
Experience: Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in police work; supervisory experience in law enforcement or related field is preferred. Prior years of experience in supervisory position and managerial experience may also be considered.
Special Skills and Personality Traits: Leadership team building, interpersonal, problem-solving, organizational, self-management, communication, writing, public speaking, and public relations skills; must be fair, open-minded, accessible, friendly, ethical, trustworthy, decisive, analytical, flexible, innovative, creative, and inspirational; must have demonstrated a capacity to be visible within the department and in the community.
Certification & Licensing: Candidate must be POPS certified or able to obtain such certification through DOCJT/KLEC within 1 year of appointment to the position. (For more information, including information on out-of-state certification, see www.jocjt.ky.gov). Must possess and maintain a valid drivers’ license issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Deadline to apply is 4:00 PM, Eastern Time, May 8, 2019. Resumes or applications should be mailed to:
City of West Buechel
Attn: City Clerk Debbie Batliner
3705 Bashford Avenue
Louisville, KY 40218
The City of West Buechel is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Salary Information: $72,800
Application Deadline: 05/08/2019
Deadline to apply is 4:00 PM, Eastern Time, May 8, 2019. Resumes or applications should be mailed to: City of West Buechel Attn: City Clerk Debbie Batliner 3705 Bashford Avenue Louisville, KY 40218
Debbie Batliner
City Clerk/Treasurer
3705 Bashford Ave
Louisville, KY 40218