May 10, 2021
The City of Red Lodge is seeking to fill the position of Police Chief
Candidates applying must show, and be able to demonstrate:
- Minimum-A high school diploma, Associates or higher in police related fields preferred.
- MLEA P.O.S.T. basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Officer Supervisory and Command Certification preferred.
- At least five (5) years [10 is preferable] of law enforcement with at least two (2) years in supervisory level.
- A valid Montana Driver’s License.
- Ability to lead, manage and supervise.
Certification and residency requirements, along with conditions associated therein, are available online at Montana Government, Montana Codes.
Additionally, the City of Red Lodge is looking for that exceptional individual, who not only has the certifications, the credentials, and street time, but the element of professional and courteous human interaction, which is essential to the constant, as well as the ever changing, role of law enforcement.
The Police Chief Position is an FSLA exempt position. Salary DOQ-DOE $70,000 plus City Benefits.
A complete job description for this position is available under Job Opportunities at cityofredlodge.net. A complete City of Red Lodge application form must be submitted to apply for this position. Additional information should include a one-page cover letter double spaced. A maximum of two pages, double spaced, supplemental information such as, but not limited to, your vision and plans for Red Lodge Police Department, or any other information you deem pertinent. Proof of licenses, certificates, educational transcripts, and Military Service, if applicable. An application form and job description can be downloaded from the City’s website or obtained at City Hall, 1 Platt Avenue South, Red Lodge, Montana 59068. For more information, please call the Red Lodge City Clerk, Loni Hanson, at (406) 446-1606 ext. 3
Position closes June 7, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. The City of Red Lodge is an equal opportunity employer.
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