Police Chief

Job Description

Application review begins on Monday, August 5, 2024.

The City of Midland (est. pop. 136,000), located halfway between Fort Worth and El Paso, is seeking a Police Chief to oversee an FY2024 budget of $45 million and a full-time staff of 176 sworn and 52 civilian employees. The annual base salary is in the range of $151,060 – $226,591 DOQ/DOE. A bachelors degree and a minimum of 10 years of progressive law enforcement experience, including five years

Midland is seeking a Police Chief to oversee all aspects of crime prevention, investigations, and enforcement, and collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies to address and prevent criminal activities. Additionally, the Police Chief ensures respectful and transparent interactions with the public, implements training programs, and identifies process improvements for departmental efficiency and effectiveness. The Police Chief will be instrumental in maintaining the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) Accreditation program. The Midland Police Department has an FY2024 budget of $45 million and a full-time staff of 176 sworn and 52 civilian employees.

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LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The new Police Chief will have numerous opportunities to make positive, significant, and lasting contributions to the safety and well-being of the department, the organization, and the community. These opportunities include:

Comprehensive Department Evaluation: The Police Chief will lead a comprehensive evaluation of all facets of the Midland Police Department, including current structure, span of control and personnel, operational procedures, and community engagement strategies to assess current practices, and identify strengths and opportunities for improvements based on evidence-based reforms and innovative approaches, laying a robust foundation for continuing the development of a top-tier police department characterized by exceptional service, advanced training, and a deep-rooted commitment to building trust and collaboration with the community.

Departmental Strategic Planning and Organizational Development: Evaluate all aspects of the Midland Police Department, including service delivery efficiencies, effectiveness, and overall responsiveness to identify strengths and areas for improvement to ensure that the department’s operations align with the organization’s strategic plan and to foster a more cohesive and focused approach to policing, enhancing the department’s ability to serve the community effectively while optimizing resources and response times.

Continuously Enhancing Communication, Transparency and Service: Review all department communications and, if necessary, establish clear lines of communication with both internal and external constituents to foster open dialogue within the department and engaging with community members, with a view to increase transparency, cooperation, and service delivery excellence.

Workforce Development, Credentials, and Certifications: Conduct a comprehensive review of staff capabilities, credentials, and departmental certifications. This initiative will ensure that the Department is fully equipped to implement 21st-century policies and strategies, fostering a progressive and skilled police force prepared to address contemporary challenges and uphold the highest standards of public service.

Compensation and Benefits

The City of Midland offers a generous market-competitive total compensation package that includes a base salary in the $151,060 – $226,591 range. The city offers a benefits package that includes a take-home vehicle, city cell phone, two (2) medical plans, a Wellness Center that provides basic medical services to employees and dependents enrolled in the group health plan at no cost, optional dental, optional vision, 457(b) deferred compensation, enrollment in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (7% required contribution, matched 2:1 by the city), Flexible Spending Account, $100,000 basic life insurance at no cost to the employee, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for self and dependents, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, 13 Paid Holidays, eligibility to enroll in the Midland Municipal Employee Credit Union, Longevity Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave Bank, and Midland Municipal Employee Scholarship Fund. Relocation assistance is available.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field, and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive law enforcement professional experience, of which five (5) must have been at the captain, assistant chief or police chief level is required. An Intermediate Peace Officer Certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and a valid Texas Class “C” driver’s license, or the ability to secure both, is required within 30 days of employment. A master’s degree and graduation from an accredited executive level training program, such as Southern Police Institute or FBI National Academy, is a plus.

Special Instructions

Application review begins on Monday, August 5, 2024. Following the first review date, we will review and classify all applications according to the posted requirements and may invite a select number of applicants to complete additional assignments and participate in virtual and/or in-person interviews.

This announcement will remain posted until the city extends an offer to one finalist.

The finalist will be required to complete a comprehensive background check established by the TCOLE. Pursuant to the state or local laws governing access to public records, all information submitted and associated with an individual’s application, including resumes and cover letters, may be subject to public disclosure. For more information, please email edward.williams@bakertilly.com or call (214) 842-6478.