Shenandoah Chief of Police

Clear Career Professionals • The Woodlands, TX

5h • $152,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Chief of Police is Shenandoah's highest-ranking law enforcement executive, providing strategic direction and administrative oversight for a department of 29 sworn officers and one civilian professional. Reporting directly to the City Administrator, the Chief also serves as the City's Emergency Management Coordinator, overseeing preparedness, response, and recovery. The Chief delivers responsive, professional police services while building a culture grounded in integrity, service, and accountability. Through the command staff, the Chief oversees patrol, criminal investigations, K-9, community resource and outreach programs, evidence and records, the Honor Guard, and other assigned functions. Responsibilities include personnel leadership, recruitment and retention, policy, training, technology, fleet and equipment, budget preparation, and long-range planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Twelve years of progressively responsible, full-time law enforcement experience, including four years of command-level or senior management experience.
• TCOLE Master Peace Officer certification and a current Texas peace officer license in good standing.
• Graduate of LEMIT's Leadership Command College, the FBI National Academy, or another nationally recognized executive law enforcement leadership program.
• Valid Texas driver's license and the ability to meet all TCOLE licensing and continuing education requirements.
• Successful completion of background, criminal history, driving record, and drug screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and administrative oversight for the police department.
• Serve as the City's Emergency Management Coordinator, overseeing preparedness, response, and recovery.
• Oversee patrol, criminal investigations, K-9, community resource and outreach programs, evidence and records, and the Honor Guard.
• Manage personnel leadership, recruitment and retention, policy, training, technology, fleet and equipment, budget preparation, and long-range planning.

Benefits

• Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) participation — 7% employee deposit matched 2- to-1 by the City (14%), with 5-year vesting.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Take-home City vehicle.
• Optional short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive