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Police Chief (20770054)

City of Mill Valley -
Mill Valley, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$15,510 - $20,785 a month
2 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Team leadership
Employee relationship building
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Peace Officer Certification
Basic firearms training
General management
State-specific police officer certification
Stakeholder relationship building
Senior leadership

Full Job Description

Location

1 Hamilton Drive Mill Valley, 94941

Description

The City of Mill Valley is pleased to announce the recruitment for our next Chief of Police.

Surrounded by the picturesque backdrop of Mt. Tamalpais and towering redwood trees, the City is one of the most scenic places to work in Northern California. This position provides the opportunity to lead and develop a team of hard-working, dedicated, and talented law enforcement professionals who are committed to public service and safety. As a part of the City’s senior management team, the Chief will play a significant role in goal-setting and policy-making that addresses safety and quality of life issues in Mill Valley.

ABOUT MILL VALLEY

Incorporated in 1900, the City of Mill Valley is a full-service city operating under a City Council/City Manager form of government. The City Council is elected at-large to four-year staggered terms and includes an annual rotation of the Mayor and Vice Mayor. The City Manager and City Attorney positions are appointed by the City Council.

Surrounded by the picturesque backdrop of Mt. Tamalpais and towering redwood trees, the City is one of the most scenic places to work in Northern California. The City of Mill Valley is just 10 miles north of San Francisco and 40 miles from California’s famous wine country. Mill Valley is a town with rich and eclectic cultural history and a lively and engaged citizenry. Mill Valley is primarily a suburban community with distinctive residential neighborhoods representing the many eras of the town’s growth from a small mill town to the modern full-service City it is today.

The City’s population is approximately 14,000 residents who live in a 4.8 square mile area. Education and income levels are high with around 75% of the population having a bachelor’s degree or higher. The median resident age is 48 years; median household income is approximately $206,000 and the median home price is over $1.7 million.

The City’s nearly 135 full-time staff provide a full range of municipal services to residents and businesses in accordance with the MV2040 General Plan and City Council policy and direction. City staff are committed to delivering those services in an efficient, effective and courteous manner with a high standard of operational excellence.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Chief of Police will be appointed by and report directly to the City Manager. She/he will be part of the senior leadership team that works collaboratively to provide exceptional services to the community and achieve the priority projects set out by the City Manager and City Council. The Chief of Police manages and directs the 30-member Police Department which is involved with all aspects of law enforcement. Constructive and collaborative relationships are essential for working with colleagues, neighboring law enforcement agencies, local school districts, and community groups. This position provides the opportunity to lead and develop a team of hard-working, dedicated and talented law enforcement professionals who are committed to public service and safety.

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Ideal Candidate

The City of Mill Valley is seeking a proven law enforcement professional to lead the Mill Valley Police Department in providing excellent public safety, law enforcement, and community partnership services efficiently, effectively, and equitably. The ideal candidate is one who understands that success starts with trust, relationship, and a genuine commitment to service. They will be an approachable, collaborative, and highly engaged leader who brings impeccable integrity, sound judgement, and an incredible work ethic to the role. They will also be adept at team development, community building, and problem-solving at the highest level.

The new chief will be an effective and respected mentor who can establish a culture of trust, mutual respect, collaboration, innovation, and community service. The successful candidate will have a career characterized by successful recruitment and effective retention. They will bring their considerable law enforcement experience to bear through effective operations in crime prevention, parking enforcement, community awareness and education, emergency preparedness and response, and other public safety services.

The City desires a leader who is known for working with diverse groups and individuals to build and maintain relationships, resulting in constructive compromise and resolution. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to positively influence and advance the community, culture, and connection of Mill Valley. They must have a willingness and initiative to explore, innovate, and create solutions; often in collaboration with other stakeholders.

The ideal chief will successfully balance the daily operational needs of the department with the demands of a highly engaged citizenry. They will be effective an effective communicator and decision-maker who instills confidence in the City Manager and City Council.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university., A Master’s degree or additional postgraduate education is highly desirable.
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in all major phases of municipal police work; with at least five (5) years in a management capacity.
Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid California Driver’s License.
Possession of a Management Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.)
An executive certificate, or equivalent, is highly desirable in addition to completion of the POST Command College, FBI National Academy and/or Senior Management Institute for Police (SMIP Coursework)
Possession and maintenance of firearms qualification.

Benefits

Leave – the City provides a generous leave package:
- 24 holidays, floating holidays/personal days, and administrative leave
- 2 to 5 weeks of vacation leave based upon years of service
- “9/80” work schedule (optional)
Health Insurance – City provides the full premium for the Kaiser Family Plan or the equivalent thereof for employees who elect the Western Health Advantage HMO.
Dental Insurance – City provides the full premium for Delta Dental
Retirement
- New employees with no prior CalPERS service or have a break in CalPERS service of 6 months or more: 2.7% @ 57
- New employees who are “classic” CalPERS members and do not have a break in service of more than 6 months: 3% @ 55
- Retiree Health Savings Account Program
457 Deferred Compensation – the City offers up to $900/year in matching contributions toward deferred compensation
Other – the City also pays the premium for Long-Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance ($50,000)

Special Instructions

This recruitment will be handled with strict confidentiality. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established. Confidential inquiries are welcome.

For questions, please contact:

Seth Allingham, Deputy Director - HR

(415) 384-4835

[email protected]

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the City's official application form via CalOpps, but should accompany the application. All applications and resumes will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position. A limited number of qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the recruitment process, which may include on or more of the following: written examination, performance examination, assessment exercises, oral interviews, and complete background checks. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(415)384-4835

Contact email:

[email protected]

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