Deputy Chief of Police

Deputy Chief of Police

Salary

$114,000.00 - $146,000.00 Annually

Location

130 N. Fountain Ave, Springfield, OH

Job Type

Salaried Position (Full-time)

Job Number

2500385

Department

Police

Opening Date

06/26/2026

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Job Description

Deputy Police Chief Brochure

Interested applicants should include the following attachments with the application:

• Cover Letter detailing relevant experience and interest in the position.
• Resume highlighting education, experience, and accomplishment.

Applications will be accepted continuously until the position has been filled or a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. To be highly considered submit application on or before Sunday, July 19th. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.

STEPS OF SELECTION PROCESS:

• Application Screening
• Structured Oral Interview
• Assessment Center
• Background Investigation
• Final Panel Interview

Examples of Duties

The Deputy Chief of Police is a senior executive leader responsible for assisting the Chief of Police in the overall management, direction, and administration of the Springfield Police Division. The Deputy Chief plays a central role in implementing and sustaining the Division's Strategic Plan, ensuring that organizational decisions, resource allocation, and operational priorities align with the Division's mission, vision, and values.

This position provides strategic leadership to advance people-first leadership, operational efficiency, life-long learning, innovation, effective communication, and proactive community engagement. The Deputy Chief acts on behalf of the Chief in their absence and serves as a key advisor on policy development, organizational performance, and long-range planning.

• Serves as a principal leader responsible for executing, monitoring, and advancing the Springfield Police Division Strategic Plan, ensuring alignment with established goals, objectives, and performance measures.
• Supports the Chief of Police in translating strategic priorities into actionable initiatives, policies, and operational expectations.
• Fosters a positive labor-management environment and supports constructive relationships with bargaining units.
• Oversees major operational initiatives focused on data-driven policing, deployment strategies, investigative effectiveness, and crime reduction efforts.
• Ensures departmental policies remain current, legally compliant, and consistent with professional accreditation and best practices.
• Assists with budget development, fiscal management, and long-range operational forecasting to ensure strategic priorities are properly resourced.
• Oversees major projects, grants, and initiatives to ensure compliance, accountability, and effective outcomes.
• Responds to critical incidents and provides command-level leadership during emergencies and major events.
• Supports initiatives related to body-worn cameras, records management systems, cybersecurity, and mobile technology solutions.
• Promotes proactive engagement with community members, stakeholders, and partner agencies to strengthen trust and legitimacy.
• Supports initiatives that increase transparency, accessibility, and collaboration with diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership experience in supervisory, administrative, or command-level roles, with demonstrated ability to lead personnel and operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Completion of command-level or executive leadership training preferred. Candidates who demonstrate the potential and commitment to complete advanced training will be considered.
• Experience supporting organizational initiatives such as strategic planning, budgeting, policy development, or accreditation desired.
• Advanced education or executive leadership certifications preferred but not required.
• Must meet state requirements for sworn law enforcement certification or be eligible for immediate reciprocity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations and large-scale incidents.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach and maintain mobility necessary to navigate office and field environments.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate computers, communication devices, and standard law enforcement equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Adequate vision and hearing to monitor situations, review documents, and respond to operational needs.
• Ability to analyze complex situations, make rapid decisions, and exercise sound judgment.

The City of Springfield is committed to a diverse workforce as it enriches and strengthens how we advance our mission. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all individuals, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, and all the other characteristics that make us unique. Our goal is to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to work.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Employees pay 15% of the monthly medical insurance premium through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, which includes prescription coverage. Single and family coverage is available. The City health care plan is a high deductible healthcare plan. You will become eligible for medical insurance on the first of the month following your start date, or on your start date if you start on the first of the month.

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT

Each year the City deposits 75% of your health insurance deductible amount into an HSA account in your name if you participate in the annual wellness screening. If you choose not to participate in the wellness screening, the City will deposit 50%.

DENTAL

The City pays half of the full premium up to a maximum of $30 per month for dental.

LIFE INSURANCE

The City pays 100% of the premium for term life insurance to all active permanent, full-time employees. Hourly employees receive $15,000 of coverage; salaried, professional, and management employees receive $50,000.

RETIREMENT PENSION

The City contributes 14% monthly toward retirement benefits offered through the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS). The employee's share is 10% of their gross salary.

RETIREMENT SAVINGS

You have the option to enroll in a voluntary retirement savings plan, such as a 457(b) deferred compensation plan or Roth IRA.

VACATION

New full-time employees receive 80 hours of vacation upon hire. Following six months of service, you receive an additional 24 hours. At one year of service, you accumulate vacation at a rate of 0.0769 per hour, or 20 days per year.

SICK LEAVE

All employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 0.0575 hours per hour, or approximately 15 days per year.

PERSONAL LEAVE

After six months of service, you receive two personal days, or 16 hours, per year.

HOLIDAYS

The City observes 13 holidays per year.

FITNESS CENTER

You have 24/7 access to a fitness center located in City Hall. The center includes a variety of commercial equipment including cardio and resistance machines and free weights.

EXPERIENCE PAY

Experience Pay will start after 5 years of service, which grants additional compensation to employees who have completed five or more years of total service with the City.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

All permanent full-time employees are eligible to participate in the Citys Tuition Reimbursement plan, provided they have at least one year of continuous service with the City and it is subject to policy terms and conditions.

Employer City of Springfield, Ohio

Department Police Address 130 N Fountain Ave

Springfield, Ohio, 45502

Phone 937-324-7318

Website https://springfieldohio.gov/