Police Chief

Located 12 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles, the beautiful City of Burbank is home to over 106,000 residents and many more visitors each year. Residents and visitors alike have a wide variety of choices when it comes to entertainment, outdoor recreation, arts, and culture. Burbank is right where the action is, just minutes from Hollywood, Universal Studios, and SoCal’s many attractions. Great weather, nearby beaches, and easy access to major freeways make working, shopping, and living in Burbank highly desirable. Established in 1927, the Burbank Police Department has a long history of dedicated service to the community. The Department consists of 160 sworn personnel and over 100 non-sworn professionals within five divisions: patrol, investigation, administrative services, support services, and budget/finance. The Department’s mission is to protect life and property, provide professional police services, and work in partnership with the community. The Police Chief plans, organizes, and directs the maintenance of law and order, the protection of life and property, the regulation of traffic, the apprehension, arrest and detention of law violators, and the maintenance of police records and jail facilities.

The City is seeking a collaborative, community oriented, and seasoned candidate to serve as its next Police Chief. The ideal candidate must maintain the integrity, professionalism, and values of the Department, and must offer knowledge of the technical and operating principles, practices, and problems of law enforcement and crime prevention activities. The City highly desires a candidate who champions the community and its relationship with the Department, embraces contemporary policing practices, fosters innovation, promotes development of staff at all levels, and prioritizes succession planning to ensure the Department’s long-term success. A loyal public servant who will gain the trust of the community and the Department is essential. The successful candidate must also be authentic, with a history of successful interactions in diverse communities. A leader who will mentor staff and champion the community is desired.

Currently, the top salary range for this position is $301,498.56. Appointment of initial compensation will be made depending on the selected candidate's experience and qualifications. The City also provides an excellent benefit package. 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 Mr. Jon Lewis at (916) 784-9080.

Filing Deadline: January 24, 2025

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