National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE)
Deputy Police Chief-Garner Police Department (NC)
National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), Garner, North Carolina, United States, 27529
Overview
The Garner (NC) Police Department is seeking a Deputy Police Chief to serve a rapidly growing community and police department. Responsibilities
Assist the Police Chief with departmental management; assist with decisions in unusual situations as circumstances permit; act as Police Chief in his absence. Manage daily departmental operations; coach command staff on personnel and other problem-solving; observe field performance and provide feedback; consult with Police Attorney and Human Resources as needed; review records and reports; investigate citizen concerns about department policy and performance. Plan, organize, schedule, and direct departmental staff; participate in hiring and promotional processes; provide coaching and counseling to subordinate supervisors on personnel matters, and public interactions; ensure proper motivation, communications, training, teamwork, mentoring, conflict resolution, performance excellence, and staff readiness. Research, draft, develop support for, and recommend new and revised departmental policies and procedures. Lead the overall budget development and administration for the department; perform and/or coordinate grant development and administration; oversee the purchase of a wide variety of equipment, supplies, weapons, and ammunition; coordinate the maintenance and repair of facilities, vehicles, and equipment. Participate in major criminal investigations, strategic tactical applications, and other law enforcement activities of the department; perform, oversee, or evaluate the results of internal investigations and make recommendations to the Police Chief. Represent the Police Department and the Police Chief at community events, Town functions, and with local, state, regional, and federal law enforcement and public safety agencies. Perform related work as required. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university, preferably with major coursework in criminal justice, criminology, or a similar field. At least twelve (12) years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer. At least seven (7) years of responsible police supervisor experience at the rank of sergeant or higher. Completed at least one long-term management school such as FBI National Academy, Administrative Officers Management Program (AOMP), Police Executive Research Forum Management Institute, Southern Police Institute, or a substantially similar program. Earned the Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate from the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission (or equivalent certification). Possess a valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, criminology, public administration, or a similar field. At least one (1) year of experience in an executive command-level role. Additional Information
To ensure consideration, employment applications must be received by October 26, 2025. Select applicants will be invited to participate in a multi-faceted assessment center. An external candidate who is issued a conditional offer will be required to qualify with Garner Police-issued handgun, submit to a background investigation, CVSA (truth verification) exam, drug screening, medical exam, psychological exam, and an interview with the Police Chief. If the selected candidate is a current member of the Garner Police Department, this process will be modified. Equal Opportunity Employer For more information, please visit the recruitment site of the organization.
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The Garner (NC) Police Department is seeking a Deputy Police Chief to serve a rapidly growing community and police department. Responsibilities
Assist the Police Chief with departmental management; assist with decisions in unusual situations as circumstances permit; act as Police Chief in his absence. Manage daily departmental operations; coach command staff on personnel and other problem-solving; observe field performance and provide feedback; consult with Police Attorney and Human Resources as needed; review records and reports; investigate citizen concerns about department policy and performance. Plan, organize, schedule, and direct departmental staff; participate in hiring and promotional processes; provide coaching and counseling to subordinate supervisors on personnel matters, and public interactions; ensure proper motivation, communications, training, teamwork, mentoring, conflict resolution, performance excellence, and staff readiness. Research, draft, develop support for, and recommend new and revised departmental policies and procedures. Lead the overall budget development and administration for the department; perform and/or coordinate grant development and administration; oversee the purchase of a wide variety of equipment, supplies, weapons, and ammunition; coordinate the maintenance and repair of facilities, vehicles, and equipment. Participate in major criminal investigations, strategic tactical applications, and other law enforcement activities of the department; perform, oversee, or evaluate the results of internal investigations and make recommendations to the Police Chief. Represent the Police Department and the Police Chief at community events, Town functions, and with local, state, regional, and federal law enforcement and public safety agencies. Perform related work as required. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university, preferably with major coursework in criminal justice, criminology, or a similar field. At least twelve (12) years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer. At least seven (7) years of responsible police supervisor experience at the rank of sergeant or higher. Completed at least one long-term management school such as FBI National Academy, Administrative Officers Management Program (AOMP), Police Executive Research Forum Management Institute, Southern Police Institute, or a substantially similar program. Earned the Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate from the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission (or equivalent certification). Possess a valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, criminology, public administration, or a similar field. At least one (1) year of experience in an executive command-level role. Additional Information
To ensure consideration, employment applications must be received by October 26, 2025. Select applicants will be invited to participate in a multi-faceted assessment center. An external candidate who is issued a conditional offer will be required to qualify with Garner Police-issued handgun, submit to a background investigation, CVSA (truth verification) exam, drug screening, medical exam, psychological exam, and an interview with the Police Chief. If the selected candidate is a current member of the Garner Police Department, this process will be modified. Equal Opportunity Employer For more information, please visit the recruitment site of the organization.
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