About this opportunity
Glasgow Police Department lists this Chief of Police opportunity in glasgow, Montana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Chief of Police Position Opening
City of Glasgow, Montana, a community of approximately 3,200 people, is accepting applications for the Full‑Time position of Chief of Police.
Qualifications
U.S. citizen
Legal age to perform duties under MT law
Possess a MT driver's license
Possess MT POST certification, or be able to obtain within 12 months of hire (if holding certification from another state)
Must be able to take the Montana Law Enforcement Physical Abilities Test (MPAT)
Not have been convicted of a crime for which the person could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary; no felony and no domestic abuse convictions
Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation
Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor's degree in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration or a closely related field
Ten (10) years of experience in police work, three years of which must have been equivalent to police sergeant or higher having direct supervision over subordinates
Completion of the basic law enforcement training academy or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrate communication skills, temperament, motivation, and other characteristics necessary to the accomplishment of the duties and functions of a peace officer, as determined through an oral examination
Be able to legally possess firearms
Possess necessary knowledge, skills and abilities typically obtained through education and experience to act as a Police Officer
Possess good verbal/written communication skills (Reference MCA 7‑32‑303)
Responsibilities
Handle several tasks simultaneously
React quickly and effectively in stressful situations
Work nights, weekends, and holidays
Residency in the City of Glasgow is required
Background Check
The City of Glasgow retains the right to perform a criminal background check and a personality evaluation on individuals considered for this position.
Salary & Benefits
Salary is negotiable based upon education and experience.
Benefits include retirement in the MPORS, health insurance or in‑lieu of benefits, vacation, sick and paid holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Glasgow is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Worksite address
glasgow, MT, 59230, US
Who can apply
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