Chief of Police

Village of Bartlett

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.joinbartlettpd.org

Phone:

• 630-837-0846

Email:

• jterrance@bartlettil.gov

Application Deadline:

• 05/09/25
• @ 4:30 PM CST

Salary:

• Range: $150,000 - $195,000 

  Starting salary will be based on candidate's abilities and experience. 

  Benefits:

  Anticipated starting salary of +/- $175,000 and a comprehensive benefits package to include:

  • Pension
  • Health insurance
  • Dental and life
  • Flex spending
  • 457 plan contributions
  • Retirement health savings plan
  • Generous paid leave
  • Cell phone
  • Uniform allowance
  • Vehicle

Sworn:

• 63

Population:

• 42,500

Position Details

The Village of Bartlett is seeking an experienced and visionary law enforcement professional to lead the Bartlett Police Department as its next Chief of Police.

This is a highly responsible, executive-level position that requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to community engagement and policing best practices.

The Village of Bartlett is a growing suburban community located approximately 35 miles northwest of Chicago, within the Chicago metropolitan area.

With a population of approximately 42,500, Bartlett is known for its strong community values, excellent schools, and a commitment to public safety, offering a welcoming environment for residents, businesses, and visitors alike.

The Village spans across three counties: Cook, DuPage, and Kane, with the majority of its territory located in DuPage County. The Bartlett Metra station provides direct access to downtown Chicago, with a travel time of approximately 50 minutes. 

The Police Department strives to provide the highest quality professional services in partnership with the community.

The Department is one of 48 CALEA accredited agencies in the State of Illinois, upholding 462 standards in its ongoing pursuit of excellence. Employees of the Department are entrusted to consistently seek and find ways to affirmatively promote, preserve and deliver a feeling a safety and security while providing service and problem resolution for all people within the Village of Bartlett.

The Police Department includes 82 full and part-time positions with 63 sworn personnel and 19 civilian employees. The Department also employees school crossing guards. DuPage Public Safety Communications (DuComm) provides emergency communication services for the Department and dispatched over 14,000 calls for service in 2024.

Duties:

The Chief of Police is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and administration of the police department, which includes sworn officers, civilian personnel, and support staff. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to professionalism, integrity, accountability, and transparency while fostering a culture of collaboration within the department, the organization and the community.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide strategic leadership and management of the police department, ensuring efficient and effective law enforcement services.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures consistent with modern policing practices and legal requirements.
• Engage with community stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and ensuring trust between law enforcement and the public.
• Lead efforts to enhance public safety through proactive crime prevention strategies, data-driven policing, and innovative problem-solving techniques. 
• Oversee department budgeting, resource allocation, and personnel management.
• Ensure officer training, professional development, and adherence to best practices in law enforcement.
• Collaborate with Village officials, community organizations, and regional law enforcement agencies.
• Serve as a member of the management bargaining team in negotiating with the union. Our officers are currently represented by Metropolitan Alliance of Police (MAP Chapter #114).  

Qualifications and Experience Required: 

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, with at least 5 years in a command or executive role.
• Experience in community-oriented policing and a strong commitment to public engagement.
• Proven leadership in personnel management, budgeting, and operational planning.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal laws, law enforcement policies, and best practices.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives for crime reduction and public safety enhancement.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Certification by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board or eligibility for such certification.  

Preferred:

Master's degree and/or advanced police management training, such as: 

• The F.B.I. Academy
• Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command
• Police Executive Research Forum Senior Management Institute for Police
• Or similar program  

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities to manage the Village's Police Department will be considered. 

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of five (5) professional references to the Village of Bartlett Human Resources Director, Janelle Terrance.

Candidates must submit by Friday, May 9, 2025 @ 4:30pm to be considered for this position.

For additional information or to apply, please contact:

Village of Bartlett – Human Resources Director, Janelle Terrance at:

jterrance@bartlettil.gov

OR

Call:

630-540-5942

Please see posting on the Village's Website for more information and brochure:

https://www.bartlettil.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/284/183

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