City of Justin, TX - Police Chief
About The Position
The City of Justin, Texas, is seeking a forward-thinking law enforcement leader to serve as its next Police Chief. Justin is a rapidly growing North Texas community that values its hometown atmosphere while embracing development and economic growth. The Justin Police Department is responsible for community policing, crime prevention, law enforcement, public safety education, emergency response, and community engagement. The new Police Chief will report to the City Manager and will provide strategic leadership for all police operations. Key priorities include preparing the department for growth, evaluating staffing and facility needs, strengthening community policing, and ensuring responsiveness to the community. The ideal candidate will be an experienced law enforcement executive with strong command-level experience, a commitment to community service, and a proven ability to lead personnel through change. They should be a collaborative team builder who fosters professionalism and service excellence.
Requirements
- Associate degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum five years of responsible law enforcement command staff experience
- Texas Master Peace Officer License
- Licensed Texas Peace Officer
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications
- Valid Texas Driver License
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field
- Seven or more years of command staff experience
- Emergency Management Coordinator experience
- Advanced leadership training such as LEMIT, FBI National Academy, or similar executive programs
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for all police operations.
- Prepare the department for continued growth.
- Evaluate future staffing and facility needs.
- Strengthen community policing initiatives.
- Ensure the organization remains responsive to the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors.
- Guide the police department.
- Build strong community relationships.
- Develop personnel.
- Maintain exceptional public safety services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
