CARBONDALE – The City of Carbondale is pleased to announce the commencement of their search for the next Chief of Police for the City of Carbondale Police Department with the assistance of the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police.
Seeking an experienced and dynamic police leader to be their next chief of police, the city desires a visionary, progressive, forward-thinking leader who embraces the best practices of 21st century policing, along with a demonstrated commitment to community engagement and collaborative team building. The candidate must be a proven leader with excellent managerial skills and have a history of ethical decision making and effective management of complex organizations.
Interested candidates should apply by 12 p.m. on April 3, 2025 by emailing a resume, cover letter, and contact information for five (5) professional references to kenny@ilchiefs.org, aj@ilchiefs.org, and please courtesy copy carmen@ilchiefs.org.
Please include the following subject line: Chief of Police Recruitment – Carbondale PD
Candidates selected as semi-finalists must be available for virtual interviews on Monday, May 12, 2025.
Upon conclusion of interviews, candidates selected as finalists must be available for an all-day assessment to be held in Carbondale tentatively scheduled for Monday, May 19, 2025.
Please see the following for information on salary, benefits, and requirements for the role:
Salary: The starting salary range for Carbondale Chief of Police is $122,000-$135,000, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: The city provides a comprehensive and generous benefits package to include, but not limited to:
-Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
-Participation in Downstate Police Pension Fund
-Participation in the City of Carbondale’s Supplemental Insurance Option to participate in Flexible Spending
-Accounts for health and dependent care.
-Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal, Sick, and 12 Holidays (including birthday)
-Unmarked car provided by the city
-Option to participate in Mission Square Retirement and Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan
Education: Bachelor’s degree in police science, public administration or related field; a master’s degree is preferred. Completion of an advanced leadership and senior management training program such as the FBI National Academy, Northwestern’s School of Police Staff and Command, Southern Police Institute’s Administrative Officers Course, or PERF Senior Management Institute for Police is highly desirable.
Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive supervisory experience in law enforcement with at least two (2) years of experience of senior command-level experience as a Chief, Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief, or similar senior administrative rank in police administration.
Special Requirements: Valid Illinois Driver’s License and certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board, or the ability to obtain certification within six months of appointment. Must reside within the city’s corporate limits within six (6) months of hire. A six (6) month extension may be granted with the approval of the city manager for extenuating circumstances.
Questions regarding this opportunity should be directed to ILACP Executive Director Kenny Winslow at kenny@ilchiefs.org or 217-523-3765. The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police is assisting with this search. The City of Carbondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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