Executive Officer

City of Deerfield Beach•Usa, FL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Officer serves as the Chief of Police’s principal executive coordinator and Chief of Staff. This position provides high-level administrative leadership, strategic planning support, organizational assessment, and executive workflow management. The role ensures operational continuity, strengthens accountability across divisions, and enhances the efficiency of the Chief’s Office through expert oversight of administrative systems, policy development, personnel coordination, and interdepartmental collaboration.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in conjunction with the professional experience listed below.
An actively certified law enforcement officer in the State of Florida.
A minimum of 15 years of supervisory law enforcement experience at the rank of Sergeant or higher.
Demonstrated experience leading and supervising major investigations.
Experience conducting professional compliance investigations involving both criminal and administrative matters of sworn and non-sworn personnel.
Graduate of an industry recognized command officer school, including: Southern Police Institute – Command Officer Development Course (CODC) Northwestern University SPSC, FBINA, or SMIP (equivalent programs accepted)
Certification as a Law Enforcement Inspector / Auditor.
Demonstrated experience in: Administrative leadership and support services management Budget oversight, procurement workflows, and vendor coordination Policy development, SOP revision, and accreditation alignment Internal Affairs / Professional Compliance investigations Special event planning, emergency deployments, and operational coordination.
Interagency and federal collaboration
Proven ability to manage complex administrative systems, personnel operations, and multi-unit coordination.
Ability to obtain and maintain all required law enforcement certifications and clearances.
A valid driver’s license equivalent to a State of Florida Class E may be utilized, and the ability to obtain and maintain with an acceptable driving history, a State of Florida license within thirty (30) days from the date of employment

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

Directs the daily workflow, priorities, and administrative operations of the Chief’s Office.
Advises the Chief on organizational issues, strategic initiatives, and administrative matters.
Prepares executive reports, Commission agenda materials, and high-level briefings.
Represents the Chief at internal meetings, executive sessions, and community engagements as directed.
Supervises clerical and administrative personnel assigned to the command staff.
Manages attendance records, leave requests, and personnel scheduling.
Oversees personnel assignments, hiring processes, and deployment in accordance with staffing guidelines.
Ensures administrative systems operate efficiently and in compliance with Department standards.
Develops the agenda for internal staff meetings and ensures critical items are followed-up on.
Conducts organizational assessments and evaluates policies, procedures, and protocols for efficiency and compliance.
Coordinates with the Policy Manager to maintain compliance with accreditation standards and best practices.
Performs Staff Inspector functions, ensuring accountability, alignment of actual procedures with current policies and adherence to professional standards.
Applies certified auditing and inspection methodologies to strengthen internal controls and compliance.
Oversees the generation of crime statistics, administrative reporting and data-driven performance tracking.
Prepares purchase orders, manages procurement workflows, and ensures fiscal accountability.
Conducts periodic inspections of records, files, and administrative systems.
Supervises the preparation, review, and routing of official reports and communications.
Serves as Chief’s liaison to HR, IT, Facilities, Fleet, and other City departments.
Coordinates with external agencies, community partners, and stakeholders to support Department initiatives.
Represents the Chief or Command Staff at community meetings and public forums when directed.
Represents the Chief's Office with the City Professional Standards Department
Develops and manages community outreach initiatives.
Strengthens relationships with residents, businesses, and civic organizations to support public safety goals.
Oversees the Community Engagement Team and ensures the Chief’s Community Policing Strategies and specific events and scheduled and implemented.
Develops the agenda for internal staff meetings and ensures critical items are followed-up on.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.