Police Chief job in Toppenish, Washington

POLICE CHIEF
City of Toppenish, Washington
Salary: $81,960 - $102,444

The City of Toppenish is located in the agricultural center of the fertile Yakima Valley in central Washington. Home to 9,010 residents, Toppenish offers 300 days of sunshine per year, a low cost of living, and a strong sense of community. Toppenish has preserved its beginnings as a rugged western town through restoration and beautification efforts that make it a popular tourist attraction today. The area has many golf courses, breweries, wineries, walking trails, forests, lakes, rivers, and a multitude of parks nearby. Toppenish is about two miles from the south bank of the Yakima River where residents and visitors enjoy fishing, boating, white water rafting, picnicking, and more.

The City of Toppenish operates under the Council-Manager form of government. The Toppenish Police Department provides a wide range of services, including citizen outreach, collaboration with schools and the Yakama Nation Police, crime prevention programs, as well as investigating major felony crimes. Divisions of Toppenish’s Police Department include: Administration, Patrol Operations, Investigations, Communications, and Animal Control. The department has 20 FTEs, operates on a 2021 budget of $2.3 million and responds to approximately 5,000 calls for service each year. Under the direction of the City Manager, the Police Chief plans, directs, manages, and oversees the activities and operations of the Police Department.

A bachelor's degree in law enforcement, public administration, or a related field and a minimum of five (5) years of command or management-level experience in a medium sized police department supervising both sworn and civilian staff members is required. Experience working in the Northwest or similar labor climate is preferred. Candidates must meet all requirements of RCW 43.101.095, Washington State Peace Officer Certification, and obtain certification within six months of employment, and must have a valid Washington State driver license by time of hire. Applicants who have been separated from commissioned law enforcement activities for two (2) years or longer will not be considered for this position.

For a complete position profile/full job description and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/, click on "Open Recruitments" and then click the position title. To apply, click on "Apply Online" and follow the directions provided. For questions, call 206-368-0050. The City of Toppenish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First review of applications: March 21, 2021 (open until filled).