Chief Of Police

Canton - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

City of Canton

Chief of Police

The City of Canton is seeking a motivated individual with previous Law Enforcement background. Canton is a city in McPherson County Kansas United States. As of the 2020 census the population of the city was 685. EOE. Position open until filled. E-mail resume to

Functions

Enforce Federal State and local laws and ordinances

Daily contact with the general public subordinate personnel and occasional contact with City Council City Attorney and Municipal Judge

Maintain communication with Mayor City Council City Attorney and Municipal Judge

Investigate crimes interview witnesses suspects and victims. Follow-up investigations and gathering evidence

Perform public relations

Assist other Law Enforcement agencies and Fire/EMS as necessary

Animal Control and dog kennel functions

Operate and maintain law enforcement equipment i.e. patrol vehicle radio firearms radar computers etc.

Responsible for department resources and equipment limited authority to purchase necessary department supplies participate in the annual budget process

Municipal Court with occasional transport of inmates

Serves warrants and subpoenas

Other duties as necessary or assigned

Requirements

Previous experience in Law Enforcement required. Supervisory experience preferred

High School Diploma/GED graduation from Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center valid Kansas Drivers License firearms certification for pistols shotguns and rifles and Police Radar certification

Knowledge of Federal State and local laws and ordinances

Ability to efficiently operate patrol vehicles firearms computers radios radar and other law enforcement equipment

Ability to concentrate on tasks in the presence of distractions understand and anticipate problems read and interpret maps manuals legal documents reports and written instructions

Problems solving and critical thinking is a must

Independent decision making about prioritizing assignments personnel issues and citizens complaints

Physical Requirements

Ability to pass and maintain all physical activities and requirements of Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center is required

Working Conditions

Exposure to hazardous chemicals explosives heights excessive noise and all types of weather conditions

Elements of risk to personal safety

Exposure to blood borne pathogens

Physical and mental demands may change dramatically within a very short time period. Subject to eyestrain. Involves contact with dangerous persons exposure to hazardous material narcotics exposure to noise and noxious odors.

Schedule flexibility with the need to work day/evening/night/weekend/holiday hours

Supervision

Chief of Police is responsible for supervising and scheduling part-time Officers

Salary/Benefits

Starting pay $25.00/hour based on experience

Monthly earned Sick pay

Yearly earned vacation time

100% City paid BCBS Health Insurance

KPERS

Optional ING Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan)

Uniform allowance

Last updated 10/2024

Required Experience:

Chief

City of CantonChief of PoliceThe City of Canton is seeking a motivated individual with previous Law Enforcement background. Canton is a city in McPherson County Kansas United States. As of the 2020 census the population of the city was 685. EOE. Position open until filled. E-mail resume to Function...