Deputy Chief of Police
Salary: $111,616 – $131,864
Position Summary:
The Deputy Chief of Police is part of the City’s management team and reports directly to the Chief of Police. The Deputy Chief provides supervision and leadership for police department staff, and budgetary management and oversight. The selected Deputy Chief will possess grant seeking and oversight capabilities, provide strategic planning, have excellent interpersonal skills, and possess strong oral and written communication skills.
Requirements:
- An associates degree in police science, public administration or closely related field with a bachelor’s degree preferred OR training and experience
that equates to an AA - Five (5) years of experience with a law enforcement agency at the rank of Sergeant or above.
- Demonstrated increasingly responsible law enforcement supervisory/management experience.
- Must hold Washington State Police Officer Certification or have graduated from an out of state basic academy meeting equivalency requirements for the State of Washington and obtain Peace Officer Certification through the equivalency program within six months of hire. This requires having been employed as a police officer within the past two years.
- Must pass a complete background investigation which includes a polygraph examination, psychological examination, medical examination, and credit check.
- Must be a US Citizen (RCW 35.21.333)
- Must have a valid Washington State Driver’s License and driving record acceptable to the City’s insurance carrier and the Ocean Shores Police Department.