Police Chief

Role and Responsibilities

Specific duties of the Chief of Police shall include but are not limited to the following:

• Supervise, develop, and train direct reports of the police department

• Maintain direct report work schedules to achieve adequate coverage

• Carry out administrative duties such as responding to inquiries, attendance at meetings, completion of various reports, and approval of invoices and department payroll

• Prepare and monitor annual budget for the department

• Ensure department work is planned, assigned, and supervised adequately

• Make certain assigned equipment and vehicles are in good working order and operated efficiently

• Responsible for the documentation and accounting of all activities of the department

• Knowledge of all police department rules and regulations, policies, and procedures

• Ensure a positive attitude and goodwill among personnel, various community agencies, and citizens

• Prepare period reports concerning activities of the department for the City Manger for the Village as well as the Property Owner’s Association (POA) manager

• Ensure communication process with the police department and POA is effective

• Respond timely to complaints and provide necessary solutions to community challenges

• Uphold city ordinances and building permitting

• Responsible for code enforcement by patrolling to identify violations (including building permitting), and issue warnings and citations

• Provide safety training to the community through boater’s safety courses

• Participate in community events and positively interact with members, guests, and minor children

• Patrol community on land and water working to keep the peace, ensure proper safety protocols are enforced including speeding, unsafe boating operations and following POA membership rules

• Other duties as determined by the Village of Lake Tanglewood Mayor

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, or related field

• Ten years of relevant experience as a certified officer in law enforcement and five years of supervisory experience

• In lieu of bachelor’s degree, fifteen years of experience in police work as a certified officer with minimum of ten years of supervisory experience in law enforcement, preferably in a municipality

• Applicant must have a class “C” driver’s license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record

• Must possess a Texas Peace Officer’s License

• Must possess, or can acquire, a TCLEOSE/TCOLE Advanced certificate. TCLEOSE/TCOLE Master Certification preferred

Preferred Skills

• Strong communication skills, to write and speak fluently in English

• Knowledge of computers including software skills in Word, Outlook, and Excel

• Ability to keep relevant certification, licenses, and all in-service requirements current

• Strong ability to develop and maintain cordial relationships with residents and other Village departments

• Excellent knowledge of all relevant laws, including Town, State, and Federal laws for effective enforcement

• Strong knowledge and ability to implement methods, practices, and principles of police investigation, organization, and administration

• Strong decision-making to be able to make the right decision quickly within established guidelines and protocols

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $65,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Law Enforcement: 10 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License Class C (Required)
• TCLEOSE/TCOLE Master (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Amarillo, TX 79118: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000