Police Chief

The beautiful coastal community of Ventura is considered one of the most desirable places to live, offering miles of beaches and oceanfront recreation.  Incorporated in 1866, the City has a rich history and is home to Mission Basilica San Buenaventura, the ninth of the California missions.  Encompassing diverse art, architecture and cultural heritage, Ventura is known for its friendly people and phenomenal climate. Surfers’ Point and historic Downtown (with shopping, music, and nightlife) are just a few of Ventura’s gems. For seaside fun, the Ventura Harbor offers more shops, restaurants, and family-friendly fun. The City of Ventura is seeking an authentic and skilled leader to serve as its next Police Chief. The ideal candidate will be experienced, competent, and humble. He or she will be someone who encourages transparency, embraces diversity, and believes strongly in community-oriented policing. The City is looking for a leader who will serve not only as an administrator but also as a mentor to staff and a champion for the community. The successful candidate will be a skilled professional with experience working in a large department and a history of successful interaction with diverse communities.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the essential duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical way to meet this requirement would include: a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of criminal justice, police science, public administration, or a related field, as well as possession of an active California Basic Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certification or the ability to obtain active certification, with the ability to obtain POST Management certificate within two (2) years of appointment; a Master’s degree is highly desirable; and a minimum of one (1) year of experience at the Rank of Chief of Police or Assistant/Deputy Chief or equivalent position. Candidates must demonstrate a stable employment history and possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license. The annual salary range for the Police Chief is $227,234.80 - $304,497.44; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mr. Jon Lewis at (916) 784-9080. Filing Deadline: December 15, 2024

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