Eloy, AZ

Chief of Police

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR A Collaborative LEADER.

Eloy, AZ

Chief of Police

A national search is underway to attract a highly qualified candidate to serve as Chief of Police for the City of Eloy, Arizona. Situated directly between the cities of Phoenix and Tucson, the city of Eloy is known for its large beautiful open skies, friendly people, and a community that supports its police officers. Eloy’s next Police Chief will be a skilled communicator who leads with the highest degree of integrity. The successful candidate will possess an exceptional career history of implementing modern policing strategies and a stellar reputation for being open-minded, respectful of different viewpoints, collaborative, and forward-thinking, while also exhibiting the courage to confront modern-day police challenges with humility, diplomacy, and grace. The Chief will be expected to unite stakeholders and quickly identify public safety issues, develop solutions, and implement changes collaboratively with the police officers, police leadership, community stakeholders, other police partners, and city leadership. EPD has a $5.4m budget supporting 32 sworn staff and 11 non-sworn staff positions. The City is expected to experience significant growth in the near future and, as such, the EPD leadership must anticipate departmental growth. A Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field and seven (7) years of command-level law enforcement experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. A Master’s Degree in Business or Public Administration is preferred. Advanced training from the FBI National Academy, PERF’s Senior Management Institute for Police, Southern Police Institute’s Command Officers or Administrative Officers Course, Northwestern Center for Public Safety Police Staff and Command School, or Police Executive Leadership College is considered a plus. The new Chief must be a certified police officer in Arizona or have the ability to obtain certification. The annual salary range for this position is up to $179,000, and placement will be dependent on qualifications and experience. The City also provides an excellent array of benefits. Candidates can apply for the position by submitting a compelling cover letter, resume, and references to apply@publicsectorsearch.com by May 17, 2024. The search is being conducted by Public Sector Search & Consulting, Inc. (916) 789-9990. Confidential inquiries should be directed to Mr. Gary Peterson (Chief of Police, Ret.) at (916) 622-5323 or Steve Mylett (Chief of Police, Ret.) at (361) 537-6487 (mobile).

Start Your Search

Thank you for your interest in Public Sector Search & Consulting, Inc.
We look forward to working with you. Please send us a message or call us at (916) 789-9990 to speak with us directly.

By entering your email you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy

Thank you!

Success!

Your inquiry was submitted successfully.
One of our consultants will be in touch with you directly. If you need to speak with someone right away, please call us at (916) 789-9990.