Chief of Police
CHIEF OF POLICE
Centralia, Illinois
Job Description – The City of Centralia with a population of 13,000 is accepting applications for the position of Police Chief. The City of Centralia is located approximately 70 miles east of St. Louis, MO. The Police Department consists of 24 sworn officers, 6 telecommunication officers and 2 support staff. The Chief oversees an annual budget of over $3,000,000.00 for their department and performs a variety of administrative responsibilities and supervisory activities in the Police Department, including the operation of a 911 Telecommunication Center (PSAP). The Police Chief reports to the City Manager. The Chief works closely with other local, state, and federal agencies. The Chief is expected to be a visible community involved Chief and will have a working relationship with the Fire Department and other City Departments. The current Chief is retiring after a career of 30 years with the Centralia Police Department.
Background – Candidates that possess a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice, Political Science or Public Administration with a minimum of 5 years of mid-level management or higher are preferred.
Salary Range - $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 +
Plus an excellent benefit package.
Interested applicants should send a resume with references to
dramey@cityofcentralia.org
or mail by October 18, 2019,
however, will continue accepting until filled at:
City Manager
101 S. Locust PO Box 569
Centralia, Illinois 62801