What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Chief position at CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE?
Chief of Police
The City of Stockbridge in Henry County is seeking professional, innovative, and self-motivated candidates interested in serving as the Chief of Police. Stockbridge is a diverse and progressive city of approximately 35,475 residents located just 15 minutes south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The Police Department will have approximately 67 sworn officers and 16 civilian employees. This City has a combined operating and capital budget of $22 million. The city serves an
area of 19.1 square miles. The Police Chief is confirmed by the Mayor and Council and reports to the City Manager. The City is financially healthy, has no city property taxes and is funded primarily through local option sales tax revenues and other tax revenues and fees. The Chief of Police must have strong leadership and communications skills, who is familiar with creating a police department from its inception and must be committed to a team-oriented inclusive management
style, a visionary leader, with strong budgetary skills and a proven history of building successful partnerships within the community. Candidates must have experience in strategic planning, performance measurements/standards, and community engagement. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Criminology, Criminal Justice or related field desired; Master’s degree preferred; ten (10) to twelve (12) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience to include five (5) years at a supervisory level; Certified Peace Officer under regulations of Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.). Exceptional candidates will have completed advanced training through agencies such as the FBI National Academy, Southern Police Institute, Georgia Command College or equivalent. Must possess
or be able to obtain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Residency in the City is not required. The Mayor and council, via the City Manager, may at its discretion, choose a third-party agency in the performance of some or most of the vetting process.
This is important administrative, professional, and managerial work responsible for planning, directing and leading the operations of the Police Department. Work involves general responsibility for the planning, development, and directions of all programs and policies. Some administrative duties include budget development and administration, policy development, and personnel administration. The incumbent represents the department in working with other legal authorities, governmental agencies, and the media. Work is performed under the general supervision of the City Manager.