Police Chief job in Blaine, Washington

POLICE CHIEF
City of Blaine, Washington
Salary: $110,000 - $118,500

For a complete position profile, please visit the Prothman Company at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments."

Located between the beautiful Cascade Mountain Range and the Puget Sound, Blaine, (pop. 5,000), enjoys the mild climate of northwest Washington and is situated along the Canadian border, with the metropolitan attractions of Vancouver, BC, 30 minutes away, and Seattle, just a few hours’ drive south. Blaine is home to the third busiest U.S./Canada border crossing, with millions of visitors passing through the city each year. Blaine offers residents an excellent school system, affordable housing, low crime, and a unique community with an abundance of natural beauty. The area offers year-round outdoor recreational opportunities, including numerous hiking and biking trails, camping, skiing, sailing, bird and whale watching, lake and river sport fishing, and much more.

The City of Blaine Police Department performs a variety of duties to promote public safety, prevent crime and enforce the law, including responding to calls for assistance, performing patrol and traffic enforcement, and conducting criminal investigations. The department is dedicated to establishing and maintaining strong, cooperative and supportive relations with the community. The department operates with a 2019 budget of $2.6 million and a staff of 13 commissioned officers, including the Chief, and two professional support personnel.

Working under the general guidance and direction of the City Manager, the Police Chief is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the city’s police services in accordance with the statutes of the State of Washington and the City of Blaine Municipal Code.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field, and ten years of increasingly responsible law enforcement experience, including at least five years of senior command and management experience. A combination of training, including FBI National Academy, Senior Management Institute of Policing, Northwest Law Enforcement Command College or similar courses, and a master’s degree is preferred. Please see the complete position profile for additional requirements.

The City of Blaine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First review: March 24, 2019 (open until filled). To apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Submit Your Application" and follow the directions provided. Application materials will only be accepted electronically via the website. For questions, call 206-368-0050.