Sheriff/Police Chief jobs in Richland, WA

Sheriff/Police Chief enforces the law on a town, city, or county level. Responsibilities include police service planning, organizational development, personnel management, community policing, and community relations. Being a Sheriff/Police Chief may also be involved in administrative, financial/budgetary, and operations/labor relations tasks. Requires a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. Additionally, Sheriff/Police Chief typically reports to an elected official. The Sheriff/Police Chief manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Sheriff/Police Chief typically requires at least 10 years of law enforcement experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Chief of Police
  • City of Richland, WA
  • Richland, WA FULL_TIME

  • General Summary

    THE OPPORTUNITY
    The City of Richland, Washington offers an unparalleled career opportunity to collaborative, progressive law enforcement leaders as it seeks to identify its next Police Chief. The Richland Police Department enjoys a trust-based relationship with its residents and the internal organizational culture is widely viewed as healthy. Richland is seeking a Police Chief that will position the organization for success through continual improvement, innovation, and dedication to staff development.

    ABOUT RICHLAND
    Richland is located at the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima Rivers in southeastern Washington in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Richland and its sister cities of Kennewick, Pasco, and West Richland make up the Tri-Cities MSA with a population of 312,000. Richland is the third largest city in the region with a population of approximately 62,500 residents.

    The city and its citizens are proud of the community’s excellent quality of life, which includes educational opportunities, outstanding health care providers and facilities, cultural and recreational amenities, and municipal services that consistently score very high in community surveys. In addition, Richland receives wide recognition for the beauty of its integrated parks, river-shore, commerce centers, living spaces, and economic opportunities, making it a desirable place to live, work and play.

    THE DEPARTMENT
    The Richland Police Department is organized into four divisions, each led by a Police Commander or Professional Staff Manager: Administrative Services, Investigations, Operations, and Professional Staff. The Department receives added support from the Richland Police Department Foundation which supports the community and staff through the Community Care and Professional Development funds.

    The Police Department is staffed with 73 commissioned officers and 22.5 professional staff focused on community service and safety. Reporting directly to the Police Chief is the Deputy Chief and an Executive Assistant. The FY 2024 budget for the Richland Police Department, including all divisions, is approximately $21.8 million. The Operations Division responded to nearly 68,000 calls for service last year.

    THE POSITION
    Under the direction of the City Manager, the Police Chief manages, plans, and directs all activities, operations, and personnel of the Richland Police Department to enforce federal, state, and municipal laws and ordinances in the prevention of crime and protection of life and property. The Police Chief advises the City Manager and City Council regarding public safety issues, establishes work priorities, and develops and monitors the department budget. As a member of the City’s Executive Leadership Team, the Police Chief is expected to actively partner and support peer department directors to solve citywide issues and help guide the city’s vision and direction.

    The ideal candidate for the Chief of Police will be a committed, decisive leader who can support and enhance the positive direction that currently exists in the department; be a personable, approachable leader who is highly visible inside the department and community; be committed to succession planning by mentoring, developing, and recognizing future leaders within the department; and have deep experience in all levels of modern municipal law enforcement to include administrative expertise.

    To learn more about the position and the City of Richland, click here.

    Minimum Qualifications

    QUALIFICATIONS
    Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is qualifying. The most qualified candidates will possess the following:
    • Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Public Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree and/or advanced leadership training such as the FBI National Academy are strongly preferred.
    • Experience: Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in police services, with a minimum of six (6) years in a senior management capacity and must be a current law enforcement officer. Applicants separated out of law enforcement for more than 24 months will not be considered for this position.
    • Certification: Must meet all requirements of RCW 43.101.095, Washington State Peace Officer Certification, and obtain certification within six months of employment as well possess a valid driver’s license. Additionally, candidates must meet eligibility requirements mandated by State law to hold the position of Police Chief (RCW 35.21.333).

    All candidates will be subject to a comprehensive background investigation (which includes, but is not limited to: driving record, work history, credit check, criminal history, personal history), polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, and pre-employment physical evaluation commensurate to the position, to include drug and alcohol screening.

    Supplemental Information

    RECRUITMENT PROCESS
    Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive résumé and compelling cover letter here no later than Monday, May 13, 2024.

    This recruitment will be handled with strict confidentiality until finalists have been identified. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.

    Confidential inquiries are welcomed to:
    Chief Bryan Noblett (ret.) |bryan@mosaicpublic.com | (916) 550-4100
    Chief Greg Nelson (ret.) | greg@mosaicpublic.com | (916) 550-4100


    Summary of City of Richland benefits for unaffiliated staff (non-represented employees):

    Note: Unaffiliated staff (non-union employees) may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on the Compensation Plan For Unaffiliated Employees (Comp Plan) with the City; consult the Comp Plan for specific information about position benefits.

    Regular Full-Time (35 to 40 hr/week) Employee Benefits

    • Excellent open access (preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution
    • City-paid dental and vision plans
    • City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)
    • City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
    • Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • 10 Paid Holidays
    • 4% City-match deferred compensation with ICMA-RC 457 and 401(a) plan options
      • Senior Management Level = additional 4% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
      • Management Level = additional 3% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
      • Supervisors or Exempt Level = additional 1% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
    • Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
    • Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
    • City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Annual Performance Assessment System
    Regular Full-time (30 to 34/hr week) Employee Benefits
    • Essential Plan health coverage (High Deductible PPO Plan)
      • City pays 50% of the premium for Employee & Child/dren only, Employee pays 100% of Spouse premium
    • Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Paid Holiday Leave
    • 4% City-match deferred compensation; ICMA-RC 457 and 401 (a) Plan options
    • Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
    • Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
    • Annual Performance Assessment System
    Regular Part-Time (20 to 29/hr week) Employee Benefits
    • Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Paid Holiday Leave
    • 4% City-match deferred compensation; ICMA-RC 457 and 401 (a) Plan options
    • Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
    • Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
    • Annual Performance Assessment System
    Limited Term, Temporary & Provisional Employee Benefits (Full-time) -
    Must meet eligibility requirements
    • Essential Plan health coverage (High Deductible PPO Plan)

    Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
    Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates. (The accrual rates for full time (30-34hr) and part-time positions is pro-rated based upon the position's budgeted hours.)
    Years of Continuous Service / Maximum Hours Per Month
    0 months through 6 months / 13.33 hours per month
    6 months through 9 years / 20.33 hours per month
    10 years through 15 years / 22.33 hours per month
    16 years through 20 years / 24.33 hours per month
    Over 20 years / 26.33 hours per month

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Chief of Police
  • City of Richland
  • Richland, WA FULL_TIME
  • THE OPPORTUNITYThe City of Richland, Washington offers an unparalleled career opportunity to collaborative, progressive law enforcement leaders as it seeks to identify its next Police Chief. The Richl...
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Chief Financial Officer
  • Telare Law PLLC
  • Richland, WA FULL_TIME
  • We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Chief Financial Officer to join our fast-growing team. Our law firm desires to expand its operations into rural areas within several states/jurisdiction...
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Deputy Chief Financial Officer
  • Ben Franklin Transit
  • Richland, WA FULL_TIME
  • This working Manager role will support the Chief Financial Officer to plan, organize, direct, and administer the functions of the Finance Department, including all Financial and Procurement functions....
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CL21369: Summer School Security - Southridge
  • Kennewick School District
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Position #21369: Summer School Security Personnel Posting Dates: 4/10/2024 - 4/16/2024 (Or Until Filled) Location: South...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Police Officer (Entry-Level)
  • City of Kennewick, WA
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Salary : $92,976.00 - $109,140.00 Annually Location : Police Department City of Kennewick, WA Job Type: Full-time Job Nu...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Event Investigator/Cause Analyst (2959)
  • Navarro Inc.
  • Richland, WA
  • Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting for an Event Investigator/Cause Analyst in Richland, WA. Navarro Research...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Police Officer - Entry Level
  • City of Richland
  • Richland, WA
  • General Summary The City of Richland currently has vacancies to fill and will be holding oral board processes on a month...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Police Officer - Exceptional Entry Level
  • City of Richland
  • Richland, WA
  • General Summary The Richland Police Department is seeking Exceptional Entry Level Police Officer applicants. If you are ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Police Officer - Entry Level
  • City of Richland, WA
  • Richland, WA
  • Salary: $45.00 - $56.12 Hourly Location : Richland Police Department: 871 George Washington Way - Richland, WA Job Type:...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Police Officer (Entry-Level)
  • City of Kennewick (WA)
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Description CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY Under general supervision, performs the full range of Police work as a sworn officer ...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Police Officer - Entry Level
  • City of Richland, WA
  • Richland, WA
  • Salary: $45.00 - $56.12 Hourly Location : Richland Police Department: 871 George Washington Way - Richland, WA Job Type:...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Richland, Washington

Richland (/ˈrɪtʃlənd/) is a city in Benton County in the southeastern part of the State of Washington, at the confluence of the Yakima and the Columbia Rivers. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 48,058. July 1, 2017, estimates from the Census Bureau put the city's population at 56,243. Along with the nearby cities of Pasco and Kennewick, Richland is one of the Tri-Cities, and is home to the Hanford nuclear site. Richland is located at 46°16′47″N 119°16′53″W / 46.27972°N 119.28139°W / 46.27972; -119.28139 (46.279657, -119.281377). According to the United States Census Bureau, t...
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