Deputy Police Chief, Maize Police Department

Kansas Peace Officers Association • Wichita, KS

293d • $68,240 - $96,421

About The Position

The Maize Police Department is seeking a qualified leader for their position of Deputy Chief. The preferred candidate possesses superior leadership skills along with excellent oral and written communication skills. Applicants should embrace the community-orientated policing approach while maintaining excellent relationships with staff, city departments, and the community.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain or hold a Kansas police certification
• Possess and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License
• Minimum of 60 hours of college in Criminal Justice or related field of study.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum of 10 years of law enforcement experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of law enforcement management or supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field of study
• Attendance of a supervisory or command school

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, organizing and directing Police Department operations in the absence of the Chief of Police.
• Responsible for enforcement and compliance of Federal, State, and local laws.
• Responsible for budgetary control and procurement.
• Responsible for evaluating efficiency and effectiveness of police operations.
• Assist with supervision and training of departmental employees.

Benefits

• KP&F Retirement
• Earned Time Leave
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance with 3 options to choose from
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Membership with the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Kansas State At-Large Lodge #55 (Non-Bargaining Unit)
• Paid FOP Legal Defense Plan
• Paid Membership with the Kansas Peace Officers Association (KPOA)
• $600 Uniform/Equipment Allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree