Chief of Police
The City of Bristol, Virginia (pop. 17,219) is seeking applications for the position of Chief of Police. The Chief of Police reports to the City Manager.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a Criminal Justice related field preferred. Successful candidates must possess at least 15 years’ experience in related law enforcement with administrative and progressive management experience in law enforcement or public administration. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be used to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Virginia law enforcement certification, or eligibility for certification, required.
Excellent benefits package includes paid time off, participation in the Virginia Retirement System, health/dental/and vision insurance, and other optional benefits.
The City’s Police Department is made up of 59 sworn officers and 21 civilian employees with a $7.9 mil budget. All members of this Department set high standards and strive to deliver professional police services to all citizens. The Department provides a full range of services including:
- Alarm Procedures
- Bicycle Rodeo
- Bike Patrols
- Citizens Police Academy
- Communications (911 Dispatch)
- Community Resource Officers in Public Schools
- Crime Prevention
- Employee Safety Training
- Holiday/Halloween Safety Tips
- ” HALT” (Halt Auto Break-ins Today and Safe-Way Home Program)
- Investigations
- National Night Out
- Neighborhood watch
- Patrol
- Personal Safety Training
- Police Department Tours for Youth
- Safe Kids
- Shoplifting Training
- Special Operations
The City has a relatively low crime rate compared to state and national standards and the department takes great pride in a relatively high clearance rate for reported crimes.
The City of Bristol, Virginia is a growing community with a low cost of living and high quality of life.
Please submit application and resume by applying online on our City website at https://www.bristolva.org/jobs.aspx or by emailing our HR Director, Angela Blevins, at angela.blevins@bristolva.org.
Deadline close of business November 8th, 2024.
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