Chief of Police

The City of Newport Beach is one of Southern California’s most picturesque and popular beach communities. Located in the coastal center of Orange County, with Los Angeles County to the north and San Diego County to the south. Throughout the City, distinct residential and commercial areas can be seen that combine to make Newport Beach one of the most attractive communities on the west coast. The City has a permanent population of over 86,000 residents. During the summer months, the City population can grow to more than 100,000 with daily visitors. In the heart of the City is Newport Bay, well known for its picturesque islands.  The Bay and City’s eight miles of ocean beaches offer outstanding fishing, swimming, surfing, and aquatic sports activities. Area schools, including the University of California, Irvine (just outside the City’s border), are among the best in California, and there are eight other colleges within a 30-mile radius. The community is home to Crystal Cove State Park, the historic Balboa Pavilion, two ocean piers, white sandy beaches, extensive bikeways, Fashion Island/Newport Center, the Resort at Pelican Hill, along with many fine dining establishments. The City of Newport Beach is seeking a strong, innovative, and seasoned leader with excellent interpersonal skills to serve as the next Chief of Police. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the principles and practices of modern municipal police administration, personnel management, leadership, administration, and community relations.

Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in criminal justice, law, management, public administration, business administration, or another related field. A master’s degree or juris doctorate is highly desired. Seven (7) years of progressively responsible managerial and supervisory experience in law enforcement, including having achieved the rank of Deputy/Assistant Police Chief or equivalent. Possession of a valid California Class C driver license and possession of the Management Certificate by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T). Possession of P.O.S.T Executive Certificate is desirable, and completion of Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy is desirable. The annual salary range for the Chief of Police is $184,683- $290,837; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Adele Frese at (916) 784-9080.

Filing Deadline: November 29, 2024

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