Police Chief

The City of Gretna, Florida is seeking a broad-minded law enforcement professional to assume the duties of Police Chief. The successful candidate must be a decision-maker and understand that the person filling this position will be a working chief, not someone who sits behind a desk and issues orders. The successful candidate must be strong leader and outstanding manager. The successful candidate will be pro-active and achievement oriented. The individual must have a proven track record of accomplishment and will see high quality customer service as a necessity. He/She will have exceptional communication skills and high ethical standards. The successful candidate must possess the ability to build strong and lasting relationships with the Department’s staff, other area law enforcement agencies, and most importantly the community.

To be considered, a candidate must: (1) meet minimum qualifications for employment as stipulated in F.S. 943.13, (2) hold a current certification as a law enforcement officer as defined within the Florida statutes, (3)The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice/public administration or related field. A master degree can substitute for 2 years of the required experience.

The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice/public administration or related field and have at least 10 years of law enforcement. A master degree can substitute for 2 years of the required experience. The successful candidate must have a proven track record of effective internal and external relationships, be skilled in budget development and manage resources efficiently, have a strong commitment to diversity in the department and community, be an effective communicator, play an active role with community groups and have acute awareness and experience in community policing. The successful candidate must also have a working knowledge of the requirement of the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation.

Salary range: $70,000 - $85,000. Our benefits package includes health, life insurance, vacation, sick and paid holidays and retirement through the Florida Retirement System (FRS).