Chief of Police

Village of Lake in the Hills

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.lith.org

Phone:

• 847-960-7423

Email:

• vsamdani@lith.org

Application Deadline:

• 02/25/24

Salary:

• $161,250 - $189,469

  Benefits:

  The Village of Lake in the Hills offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit which includes generous contributions to medical, dental, vision, life insurance and the Lake in the Hills Police Pension Fund, as well as paid vacation, personal, sick and holiday time.

Sworn:

• 41

Population:

• 28,982

Position Details

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Management or related field with a minimum of seven (7) years (twelve preferred) of law enforcement experience, of which five (5) years include progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience.
• Management level program completion through the FBI National Academy, Northwestern University Center for Public Safety or equivalent program is preferred.
• Must be a certified Police Officer in the State of Illinois in accordance with Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.
• A valid driver's license is required. 

Expertise:

• Expertise and ability to train, mentor, and supervise staff , delegate tasks, set priorities, and hold staff accountable for achieving goals and objectives.
• Ability to promptly and effectively respond to critical emergencies, demonstrating sound decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of both Federal and local laws and ordinances, staying consistently informed about any updates or modification regulations.
• Strong knowledge and experience in the preparation and oversight of the department's operation budget and capital needs.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly.
• Experience in labor relations, including contract negotiations, grievances and unions and demonstrate exceptional negotiating skills.
• Proficient in computers and current police technology, with the flexibility to accommodate new technology into the operation.
• Expertise in the research, development and implementation of policies and procedures to further streamline and professionalize Department operations. 

Leadership and Management Style:

• The ability to provide a steady and professional presence within the Department, the Village, and the community at-large.
• Be an excellent communicator, a person capable and committed to discussing Police matters, policies and practices with various stakeholders openly and on a level they can understand, recommending change where appropriate.
• Have a background of leading by example, demonstrating experience in employee motivation on and discipline.
• Exhibit an inherent sense of professional and personal ethics.
• Be a highly motivated and self-starting leader who compliments both the Department's team and the Village's team of Directors.

To Apply:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lakeinthehillsil/jobs/4365457/chief-of-police?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

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