The City of Richmond Is Now Accepting Applications for the Position of Police Chief

After taking some time to receive feedback from residents, community partners, and stakeholders about what they would like to see in the next Police Chief, the city

With that in mind, the city, in consultation with POLIHIRE, has created a detailed job description and posting for the Police Chief position.

The qualified applicant will have demonstrated mastery of the following knowledge areas, skills, and abilities:

• Emergency management operations

• Crime prevention and deterrents

• Community policing

• Constitutional law

• Human resources management

• Public presenting and reporting

• Communication and engagement with diverse audiences

• Urban environments

The city is looking for someone with a history of implementing 21st-century policing strategies. Understanding what Richmond has to offer, the applicant must be an effective and inspiring leader who is approachable, technologically savvy, and solutions driven.

The salary ranges from $155,234 to $247,986, and the posting will remain open until filled.

To read the full description and job posting, click here.

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