Top 2 Chief of police Jobs in Mount Dora, Fl

POLICE CHIEF
City Of Mount Dora —Mount Dora, FL
- $104,187.20 - $162,198.40 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Research
11d
Police Captain
City of Casselberry, FL —Casselberry, FL
- $96,876 - $121,095 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Driver's License
- Paid jury duty
- AD&D insurance
13d

More jobs to discover

Find similar jobs that you might be interested in.

Coast Guard Licensed Tour Boat Captain
Rusty Anchor Boat Tours —Mount Dora, FL
Must be friendly with an outgoing personality to interact with guests and team members. Must live close to Mount Dora, FL. Eco Tour: 1 year (Required).
$250 - $750 a week
Quick Apply
6d
Police Captain
City of Casselberry, FL —Casselberry, FL
C. Certificates, Licenses and/or Registrations Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license. Reads and answers police correspondence.
$96,876 - $121,095 a year
13d

I want to receive the latest job alert for chief of police in mount dora, fl

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

chief of police jobs near mount dora, fl

Police Captain jobs in Des Moines, WA

Captain jobs in Florida Keys, FL

Police Captain jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Police Captain jobs in Brunswick, GA

Police Officer jobs in Vermont

Chief Program Officer jobs in Chicago, IL

Chief Of Police jobs in Weston, FL

Chief Of Police jobs in Boston, MA

Chief Of Staff jobs in Maryland

Chief Of Police jobs in Largo, MD

Police Civilian jobs in Orange County, CA

Chief Of Police jobs in Chicago, IL

POLICE CHIEF

City Of Mount Dora -
Mount Dora, FL

Apply Now

Job Details

Full-time
$104,187.20 - $162,198.40 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Leadership training provided

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
Company vehicle operation
Driver's License
Peace Officer Certification
Community relationship building
State-specific police officer certification

Full Job Description

Job Function:

The Police Chief serves as the executive leader of the Mount Dora Police Department, overseeing all functions related to patrol, investigations, and administrative services. This position requires a high level of professional administrative expertise, responsible for planning, directing, and implementing the department's goals, policies, and operations. The Chief ensures the safety of the community through effective crime prevention and law enforcement strategies, while fostering strong public relations between the department and the community. The role also entails close collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies.

Essential Duties:

Plans, organizes, and directs all activities of the Police Department, including patrol, investigations, and administrative services.
Formulates departmental goals, policies, and objectives to address crime prevention and law enforcement needs.
Supervises, directs, and evaluates department staff, taking disciplinary action when necessary.
Responds to major emergency scenes and assumes command as needed.
Develops and implements police programs and activities.
Evaluates crime prevention and law enforcement challenges, adjusting departmental methods as necessary.
Coordinates with educational agencies for formal and in-service training of police personnel
Evaluates and implements new technologies and innovations in policing that enhance department efficiency, improve crime prevention tactics, and modernize communication within the department and with the public
Prepares and manages the departmental budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility
Recommends the purchase of major equipment and evaluates the need for infrastructure improvements
Exercises control over department expenditures and resource allocation
Represents the Police Department in public meetings and media appearances
Serves as the department spokesperson and maintains relationships with civic agencies and other law enforcement bodies
Manages public complaints and ensures transparency in departmental activities
Driving of City Vehicles (A valid Florida Driver’s License is required)
Performs other related duties as required

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

Ability to plan, evaluate, assign and coordinate departmental activities.
Ability to enforce departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to make decisions in accordance with departmental policy.
Ability to meet and work with the general public and interpret and enforce the law.
Ability to present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Extensive knowledge of modern police administration principles, policies, and crime prevention techniques.
Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal laws and ordinances.
Expertise in budget development, administration, and control.
Strong decision-making abilities, particularly in emergency situations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with city employees, government officials, and the public.
Proficiency in conducting research, analyzing crime data, and presenting findings.
Ability to understand and work effectively within the diverse cultural fabric of the community, ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all residents.
Exceptional skills in communicating with the public and the media during crises or high-stakes incidents, maintaining transparency while protecting the integrity of ongoing investigations.
Knowledge of standards by which the quality of public safety is evaluated.
Knowledge of the organization and functions of the City departments and of County, State, Federal law enforcement, regulatory and licensing agencies.
Knowledge of effective management practices.
Ability to plan, assign, direct and supervise the activities of the Public Safety department.
Ability to assess, select and promote quality people.
Good public relations skills.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field, is preferred.
Advanced leadership training, e.g., Command Officer Development Course, Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy, or equivalent military leadership training.
Must posses a Florida Law Enforcement Certification.
Minimum of ten (10) years of law enforcement experience.
Minimum of five (5) years of Police command experience.
Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
Complete the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) training within six (6) months of completion of probationary period.

Essential Physical Skills:

Primarily sedentary work with some light physical effort.
Regular periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
Good manual dexterity, hearing, and visual ability.
Reaching, bending and stooping.
Good hand/eye coordination.
May periodically work in adverse environmental conditions.
Ability to drive a vehicle.
Must be able to operate police equipment, service weapon, vehicle, and general office and computer equipment.

Environmental Conditions:

Work is primarily performed in an office setting but may occasionally require outdoor work
Must be able to respond to emergencies and adverse environmental conditions as necessary

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

Note: Job Descriptions are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties

performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

chief of police jobs in mount dora, fl

POLICE CHIEF

Police Captain

More jobs to discover

I want to receive the latest job alert for chief of police in mount dora, fl

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Function:

Essential Duties:

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

Required Qualifications:

Essential Physical Skills:

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected