Deputy Police Chief

City of Deerfield Beach•Usa, FL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Assists and supports the Chief of Police in the overall management, administration, and strategic direction of the Police Department. Performs advanced executive-level supervisory and administrative work overseeing departmental operations including patrol services, criminal investigations, professional standards, support services, and community engagement. Serves as second-in-command and assumes full authority of the Department in the absence of the Chief of Police.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
Twenty (20) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience.
Minimum of ten (10) years of command-level experience (Captain, Major, Deputy Chief, or equivalent).
Must possess and maintain Florida Law Enforcement Officer Certification.
NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 certifications.
Valid Florida driver’s license with acceptable driving history or ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.
Comprehensive knowledge of modern policing principles and law enforcement best practices.
Ability to analyze operational data and implement strategic improvements.
Strong financial acumen for budget development and fiscal management.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with elected officials and community stakeholders.
Demonstrated ethical leadership and adherence to professional standards.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
Executive-level leadership training (FBI National Academy, PERF SMIP, Senior Management Institute for Police, or equivalent).
Experience as a Police Chief or senior executive within a law enforcement agency.
Experience in department startup, transition, restructuring, or accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

Assists in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating all police department operations.
Oversees daily operations and ensures effective deployment of personnel and resources.
Provides executive-level leadership in policy development and operational strategy.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and accreditation standards.
Analyzes crime trends and operational data to guide strategic decisions.
Assumes command of major incidents and critical events as required.
Participates in labor relations and collective bargaining processes.
Oversees internal investigations and professional standards functions.
Assists in preparation and administration of departmental budget.
Promotes a culture of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and community engagement.
Represents the Department at public meetings and official functions.