The City of Terrell, with a diverse population of nearly 20,000 and a trade area population of over 250,000, is located 30 miles east of Dallas along Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 80. Residents of Terrell enjoy a small-town atmosphere with convenient access to all the amenities the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area has to offer.
The City of Terrell is seeking a seasoned leader and natural team builder with a servant’s heart to serve as its next Chief of Police. Candidates should value community engagement and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to lead a proactive police department, ensuring the safety and well-being of a diverse community. City leadership is searching for wisdom and experience in the next chief, preferably with a proven record of success in a similarly sized city. This includes extensive knowledge of modern police administration and law enforcement methods, local, state, and federal criminal codes, and the use of police records, paired with exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. The ability to make sound decisions under pressure and handle complex situations with tact and diplomacy is essential.
This position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field, with a master’s degree preferred. Candidates should also have ten (10) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including at least five (5) years in a leadership role.
A master’s level Peace Officer License issued by the Texas Commission on Law enforcement and a valid Texas driver’s license are also required. Graduation from an advanced leadership development program such as the FBI National Academy, Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas or Senior Management Institute for Police is preferred.
Any combination of education, experience, and training that would provide the candidate with the required knowledge and skills for this position may be considered. Please note that the successful candidate will be asked to reside in the City limits or within a short drive from the City limits to facilitate operations during emergencies or other unexpected situations.
The City of Terrell offers a competitive salary depending on qualifications, education, and experience, with the midpoint for this position set at $151,340.
For more information on this position contact:
Margie Rose, Senior Vice President
MargieRose@GovernmentResource.com
361-813-8599
https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employers/open-recruitments/terrell-tx-police-chief
