Police Chief

The next Police Chief will be an experienced, innovative, and collaborative leader with extensive knowledge of all aspects of police operations.

This position will require:

• A minimum of 10 years of law enforcement experience including drug investigation and enforcement activities, community relations, and multi-jurisdictional activities.
• Must have demonstrated, progressive promotion and advancement in responsibilities and rank with a minimum of 3 years of law enforcement supervisory experience at the commander level or equivalent.
• Experience working in a university community is strongly desired.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, law enforcement, public administration or closely related field.
• Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Certified or able to be certified within 6 months of hire.
• A master’s degree and/or leadership training such as FBI National Academy, Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command or equivalent preferred. 

The Police Chief is currently required to reside within the City limits or establish residency in an agreed upon time frame. A relocation package may be available.

Please visit our website to view the recruitment brochure, job description, hiring requirements and application instructions at:

City of DeKalb Police Chief Posting