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Village of Richton Park

Richton Park, IL 60471

E-mail: dseewood@richtonpark.org 
Website: www.richtonpark.org

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000

Sworn Officers: 30 

Application Deadline: 8/6/10

The Village of Richton Park has an opening for a Police Chief due to retirement of current Chief.  This position is responsible for financial and resource management, direction, development and accountability for all functions within the police department, including but not limited to:  cost/benefit analyses of all police operations; preparing and recommending the department budget; providing background and informational data in written and oral form on police, safety, and civil defense related issues; recommending and implementing public safety policies and procedures; and developing and directing a public safety program to prevent crimes, protect lives, enforce laws and ordinances, and maintain public order for the citizens of the Village of Richton Park. This position reports directly to the Village Manager.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Completion of the FBI Academy or similar academy training.

• Masters degree in criminal justice or public administration.

• Experience with collective bargaining agreements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or combination of experience and education in police administration, criminal justice studies, law enforcement, public safety, or related field.

• Ten (10) years of responsible progressive experience in a police department, with a minimum of five (5) years in a supervisory position such as lieutenant, captain, deputy chief, chief, etc.

• Eligible for Certification with The Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board (ILETSB)

• Physical and psychological capabilities to function as chief of police.

• Possession of a valid Illinois driver’s license or the ability to obtain.

All applicants must submit a resume and letter of interest to:

De’Carlon Seewood, Village Manager

Village of Richton Park

4455 W. Sauk Trail

Richton Park, Illinois 60471

OR

dseewood@richtonpark.org

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