Town of Norwich - Police Chief
Classified Details
- Classified ID
- 454
- Description
TOWN OF NORWICH
CHIEF OF POLICE
The Town of Norwich is seeking a highly qualified, community-service-minded police chief with a proven record of collaborative leadership. The chief manages three full-time sworn officers, one part-time crossing guard, and one full-time administrative assistant. Norwich is a town of around 3,600 people and is comprised of approximately 45 square miles.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and financial management skills, integrity, well-developed interpersonal communication skills, and experience with unionized personnel. They will have the ability to anticipate issues and trends and to effectively engage in community dialogue, with an approachable and accessible demeanor and the ability to think beyond the walls of the police department and understand the community in general.
Minimum qualifications include seven to ten (7–10) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience with a minimum of three (3) years at the command level (Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Deputy Chief, or Chief). A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. Completion of a master’s degree and leadership training at institutions such as the FBI National Academy are desirable. Must have, or obtain within one year, Level III Vermont law enforcement certified police officer status. Must have, or obtain within 60 days, a valid Vermont driver’s license.
After a thorough interview process, review of qualifications, and background check with associated testing, the chief will be appointed by and report to the Town Manager.
The Town of Norwich offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package. Prospective candidates should send a letter of interest with salary expectations, resume and three (3) professional references to:Town of Norwich, P.O. Box 376, c/o Brennan Duffy, Town Manager, or email those items to bduffy@norwich.vt.us by December 15, 2023 A full job description is available on the town’s website Careers | Official Website of the Town of Norwich, Vermont
- Title
- Town of Norwich - Police Chief
- Application Deadline
- 12/16/2023
- Location
- Town of Norwich, VT
- Application URL
- www.norwich.vt.us
Contact Information
- Name
- Bergmeier, Miranda
- Phone Number
- (802) 649-1419
- mbergmeier@norwich.vt.us
- Best Method of Contact