Chief of Police, Oglesby Ilinois 

Education/Experience/Requirements:

•   10 years' experience as fully commissioned police officer
•   Background in police administration
•   2 years of law enforcement experience in a supervisory or command capacity preferred
•   Degree preferred
•   State of Illinois Law Enforcement Certification required. Command or advanced supervisory training from Northwestern University School of Staff and Command, Southern Police Institute, Police Executive Institute, FBI or similar executive long course preferred. 

Duties:

Responsible for planning, coordinating and providing overall direction for the activities of the Police Department, which include enforcing rules and regulations for the department. The Chief assumes ultimate responsibility for law enforcement services and programs within the City. Maintain overall responsibility for the selection, training and development of personnel within the department; evaluate or oversee the evaluation of subordinates to

ensure proper conduct, adequate job performance, identify and correct deficiencies through appropriate discipline or training; coordinate training programs and activities to facilitate career growth of subordinates. Involved in research, development, implementation and review of programs, policies and procedures required to achieve the City's goals and objectives in a safe, legal, efficient and effective manner. Prepare and administer the department budget. 

Benefit Package:

•   Competitive salary
•   Health insurance
•   Dental insurance
•   Vision insurance
•   Retirement plan 

Resumes, qualifications and letters of reference will be accepted from February 10, 2020- February 21, 2020 at 4:00 p.m.  Please mail or drop off at City Hall 110  E. Walnut Street, Oglesby IL 61348. Attention Carrie Lijewski.