Chief of Police
Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc, Carbondale, Illinois, United States, 62901
The City of Carbondale is seeking an experienced and dynamic police leader to be their next chief of police. The city desires a visionary, progressive, forward-thinking leader who embraces the best practices of 21st century policing, along with a demonstrated commitment to community engagement and collaborative team building. The candidate must be a proven leader with excellent managerial skills and have a history of ethical decision making and effective management of complex organizations.
Requirements Special Requirements: Valid Illinois Driver’s License and certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board, or the ability to obtain certification within six months of appointment. Must reside within the city’s corporate limits within six (6) months of hire. A six (6) month extension may be granted with the approval of the city manager for extenuating circumstances.
Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in police science, public administration or related field; a master’s degree is preferred. Completion of an advanced leadership and senior management training program such as the FBI National Academy, Northwestern’s School of Police Staff and Command, Southern Police Institute’s Administrative Officers Course, or PERF Senior Management Institute for Police is highly desirable.
Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive supervisory experience in law enforcement with at least two (2) years of experience of senior command-level experience as a Chief, Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief, or similar senior administrative rank in police administration.
Location 501 S Washington Street Carbondale , IL 62901 United States
Please include the following subject line: Chief of Police Recruitment - Carbondale PD
Candidates selected as semi-finalists must be available for virtual interviews on Monday, May 12, 2025.
Upon conclusion of interviews, candidates selected as finalists must be available for an all-day assessment to be held in Carbondale tentatively scheduled for Monday, May 19, 2025.
Questions regarding this opportunity should be directed to ILACP Executive Director Kenny Winslow at kenny@ilchiefs.org or 217-523-3765. The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police is assisting with this search. The City of Carbondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Requirements Special Requirements: Valid Illinois Driver’s License and certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board, or the ability to obtain certification within six months of appointment. Must reside within the city’s corporate limits within six (6) months of hire. A six (6) month extension may be granted with the approval of the city manager for extenuating circumstances.
Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in police science, public administration or related field; a master’s degree is preferred. Completion of an advanced leadership and senior management training program such as the FBI National Academy, Northwestern’s School of Police Staff and Command, Southern Police Institute’s Administrative Officers Course, or PERF Senior Management Institute for Police is highly desirable.
Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive supervisory experience in law enforcement with at least two (2) years of experience of senior command-level experience as a Chief, Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief, or similar senior administrative rank in police administration.
Location 501 S Washington Street Carbondale , IL 62901 United States
Please include the following subject line: Chief of Police Recruitment - Carbondale PD
Candidates selected as semi-finalists must be available for virtual interviews on Monday, May 12, 2025.
Upon conclusion of interviews, candidates selected as finalists must be available for an all-day assessment to be held in Carbondale tentatively scheduled for Monday, May 19, 2025.
Questions regarding this opportunity should be directed to ILACP Executive Director Kenny Winslow at kenny@ilchiefs.org or 217-523-3765. The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police is assisting with this search. The City of Carbondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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