Denver RTD, Colorado

Chief of Police and Emergency Management

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR A Collaborative LEADER.

Denver RTD, Colorado

Chief of Police and Emergency Management

The Regional Transportation District (RTD) Police Department invites a visionary law enforcement executive to apply for the position of Chief of Police and Emergency Management (Chief). The Chief of Police and Emergency Management is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of RTD customers and employees across an extensive service area. The Regional Transportation District provides bus, light- and commuter-rail, microtransit, and paratransit services to a population of just over 3 million people in Denver and its surrounding metropolitan area. RTD employs over 3,000 people and operates with a budget of $1.2 billion. Debra A. Johnson has served as RTDโ€™s General Manager and CEO since 2020. The Chief of Police and Emergency Management is appointed by and reports to General Manager Johnson. The Chief will work closely with RTD leadership to advance public safety initiatives aligned with the agencyโ€™s strategic vision. The RTD Transit Police Department operates under a robust and complex security model designed to ensure a safe transit environment for customers, employees, and the community.The next Chief will uphold the departmentโ€™s commitment to public safety while fostering innovation, transparency, and collaboration. This role presents a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking leader to build on the departmentโ€™s successes and advance a culture of continuous improvement. The hiring range for this at-will position is $200,000 to $249,673. Placement within the range will be based on qualifications. The agency provides an excellent array of benefits. To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, submit your cover letter, resume, and a list of six work-related references to apply@publicsectorsearch.com by February 28, 2025. ย Confidential inquiries are encouraged and should be directed to:

Mr. Kenton Buckner, Senior Consultant (Chief of Police, Ret.)
Public Sector Search & Consulting, Inc.
(502) 794-1943 (Mobile), (916) 789-9990 (Office)
kenton@publicsectorsearch.com
www.publicsectorsearch.com

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