What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Chief position at City of Durant?
CITY OF DURANT
EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
OPEN DATE: March 3, 2025
POSITION: Police Chief
SALARY: Pending
CLOSING DATE: March 14, 2025
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Criminal Justice, Accounting, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology or related field;
OR
Graduation from standard four-year high school or equivalent;
AND
Five (5)-Ten (10) years of work-related experience.
Note: In all cases, the applicants must possess a valid certificate of completion from the Mississippi Board for Law Enforcement Standards and Training.
Applicants must have typing skills and have knowledge in using Microsoft Word and Power Point.
Applicants must be 21 years of age or older and Possess a Valid Mississippi Driver’s License.
Applicants must not have been convicted of a Felony charge or convicted of Misdemeanor charges of DUI or Domestic Assault.
Applicants must be able to work alternating shifts. (Day shift is preferred.)
City of Durant has an excellent benefit package including PERS Retirement System; 100% Paid Health Insurance; Vacation Time; and Paid Holidays.
Substitution Statement: Related education and related experience may be substituted on an equal basis.
Applications may be obtained from the City Clerk’s office and should be submitted directly to the City Clerk’s office before the closing date (March 14, 2025).
The City of Durant’s Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Rotating shift
Ability to Commute:
- Durant, MS 39063 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Durant, MS 39063: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $43,000
