The City of Olney is a rural community in north central Texas located one-hundred miles west of Fort Worth, forty miles south of Wichita Falls, two-hundred miles east of Lubbock and ninety miles northeast of Abilene.  The City of Olney is seeking a servant leader with strong interpersonal skills and an inclusive management style to serve others as its next Chief of Police.  The ideal candidate will be a person of integrity who genuinely cares for others, has a track record of building relationships and a positive organizational culture.  He or she should be a person of great humility and lead by example, both within the department and throughout the community of Olney.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Police Chief reports to the City Administrator for the proper operation of the Police Department. Performs administrative, managerial and technical functions associated with overseeing the activities of the Police Department, enforcing and supervising the enforcement of all City statutes/ordinances and State laws/regulations for which the Police Department is accountable. Duties and responsibilities include planning, coordinating and directing all aspects of department operations; responding to and directing major calls/occurrences; formulating orders/regulations; developing departmental budget and controlling expenditures; supervising assigned employees; and providing information and assistance to the general public.

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC WORK PERFORMED:

1. Assumes management responsibility for all Police Department services and activities, including enforcement of laws, statutes and ordinances, crime prevention, criminal investigation, emergency communications, and other related law enforcement activities;

2. Establish rules and procedures to be followed by the Police Department as may be necessary for proper law enforcement and criminal apprehension;

3. Appoints and removes officers and employees within the Police Department within such limits and bounds as prescribed by the City Personnel Rules and Regulations;

4. Prepare the Police Department’s budget annually and submit the budget to the City Administrator for review and inclusion in the total city budget; responsible for its efficient administration after adoption;

5. Prepare and submit to the City Administrator at the end of each month a report of activities of the Police Department during the month, and other reports as requested;

6. Responds in emergency situations; directs the department’s Emergency Management functions in coordination with the Emergency Management Coordinator;

7. Provides timely, accurate and thorough performance evaluations for Police Department employees;

8. Confer with citizens and City officials on law enforcement problems;

9. Plans and implements Police Department goals and objectives and develops and administers programs, policies and procedures;

10. Coordinates Police Department programs, services, and administrative matters with the City Administrator, including attending meetings with administrative staff and keeping the City Administrator informed of key needs, issues, and support requirements;

11. Works to achieve accreditation in the Texas Police Chiefs Association Texas Law Enforcement Recognition Program;

12. Prepares and coordinates City Council agenda items and work session items, including reviewing agenda material with the City Administrator and attending City Council meetings, public hearings, and related proceedings to represent the Police Department;

13. Delegates work assignments, projects, and programs; monitors work flow; and reviews and evaluates work products and reports, methods and procedures; delegates evidence room responsibility, works shifts for officers as needed and enforces traffic laws.

14. Oversees establishment, planning, and supervision of the police training;

15. Conferring with departmental staff and employees on personnel related issues;

16. Initiates internal investigations when appropriate and directs corrective action as needed;

17. Works with outside agencies and other departments to explain and justify Police Department programs, policies, and activities and to negotiate and resolve sensitive issues;

18. Attends civic, professional, service, and community group meetings at schools, churches, and other places of public gathering to explain the activities and functions of the Police Department and promote positive public relations; participates in National Night Out;

19. Works with a variety of boards and commissions, including attending and participating in professional groups and committees and staying abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement;

20. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have Advanced TCOLE certificate, Master preferred or can obtain within one year.  Must have at least five years of supervisory experience.

Must be able to respond within 15 minutes if needed.

Must promote working relationship with other agencies in the area.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Must have general computer skills with a focus on police department software.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

Directly: All Police Department Personnel, including Communications Department, Animal Control and Code Enforcement.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Indoor and outdoor work. Level of physical activity is moderate to heavy, dealing with uncooperative and combative individuals, and assisting occupants in vehicle accidents. Other hazards include possible exposure to diseases, rabid or vicious animals, bomb threats, dangerous machinery, electrical lines, hostile situations, speeding motorists, various driving conditions and violent individuals endangering life; inconvenience factors such as emergency calls, extra hours, and irregular hours. Ability to bend, stoop, walk, run, crouch, crawl, sit, and stand. Ability to drive a vehicle to and from various sites. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures and adverse weather while performing duties and may be exposed to mechanical and chemical hazards. Ability to lift materials weighing up to 30 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally. Ability to walk over sloped & uneven terrain. Work could involve getting dirty and wet. Employee will be exposed to dirt, dust, noises, fumes, poor light, and odors

CONTACT WITH OTHERS: Daily contact with City employees, the general public, state and local officials, and news media

SALARY: DOE/DOQ

TO APPLY:

Send Cover Letter, Resume and References to:

City Administrator, Neal Welch at nwelch@brazosnet.com or by mail to P.O. Box 546, Olney, Texas 76374.  The position is open and resumes will be accepted until filled.  You may make inquiries or ask questions by calling City Hall at 1-940-564-2102.