Description The Police Chief works under direct supervision of the City Manager, the Chief supervises a staff of 54 sworn and 19 non-sworn staff members with budget responsibility of $4.5 million. The successful candidate must have dedication to internal communications and employee involvement. Community participation, analytical thinking and problem solving are essential. Preferred qualified candidates will possess a Bachelors or higher education degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in police science, criminal justice, public administration or a related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience equal to the above. Plus, a minimum of ten years of recent, related work experiences, to include service, as chief or assistant/deputy chief or equivalent.

Requirements The ideal candidate will demonstrate a history of success in the following areas: budgeting and cost savings; public relations; implementing community policing programs; implementing technology in police operations; and customer service programs. The Chief will be expected to be involved in initiating and maintaining active relationships internally with other City departments and externally with neighborhood groups, business and community leaders, and civic organizations. Candidate must have a current Oklahoma certification or ability to qualify by reciprocity. Preference will be given to a candidate with managerial experience in a department that had a collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits Vacation, holidays, health care insurance, dental insurance, retirement plan, vehicle, long term disability and life insurance, and more.

Other Information A completed application will be required prior to offer of employment and may be obtained from the above address or www.ardmorecity.org . Excellent pay and benefits. A comprehensive background investigation, medical examination (per Police Pension Board) and drug test is required. To apply submit a cover letter, salary history and resume to address below.

Apply To   Human Resources Department City of Ardmore 23 South Washington Street Ardmore, Oklahoma 73401 580-319-2487 * FAX: 580-226-5554 bhill@ardmorecity.org www.ardmorecity.org The City of Ardmore is an EEO employer as well as a smoke and drug free workplace.

Closing date for application      December 7, 2009