Chief of Police - City of Lincolnton, NC
Law enforcement executives are invited to join the slow-paced, unique community of Lincolnton, NC – just outside of the Charlotte metropolitan area, as the next Chief of Police (Chief). The Chief manages the department’s $4.3M budget and leads a team of nearly 40 employees (one direct report – a Major) with integrity, accountability, and humility.
Qualifications: The City seeks a law enforcement leader with a minimum of 10 years of progressive law enforcement experience and 3-5 years of cross-functional and progressively responsible experience including administrative and command work. A BA/BS degree is required while a master’s degree is preferred. Executive law enforcement training (e.g. FBI National Academy, SMIP, FBI LEEDA, Administrative Officers Management Program, etc.) is highly preferred. Candidates must have current certification as a municipal or local government law enforcement officer by his/her respective state or with no more than a three-year break in full-time sworn service at time of appointment. NC law does not recognize nor have a reciprocal relationship with Federal law enforcement certification. A valid NC driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain a valid NC driver’s license within 60 days of relocating to NC. For transfer information, view the full job posting via the link below.
Salary and Benefits: The hiring range for the Chief of Police is $85,069 - $127,604. The City of Lincolnton offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance. There is no residency requirement but after-hours response to emergencies is expected for the role.
To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/developmentalassociates and click on the Chief of Police – City of Lincolnton, NC title. All applications must be submitted online via the Developmental Associates application portal – NOT the City Employment Application portal, nor any other external website. Resumes and cover letters must be uploaded with the application. Applicants must apply by July 5th, 2023. Successful semi-finalists will be invited to participate in virtual interviews and skill evaluation on August 8th – 9th, 2023. Candidates should reserve these dates for virtual meetings should they be invited to participate. Direct inquiries to: hiring@developmentalassociates.com. The City of Lincolnton is an EOE. The recruitment and selection process are being managed by Developmental Associates, LLC.
Lincolnton, NC 28092
United States
Visit the link below to learn more and apply:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/developmentalassociates/jobs/406…