Chief of Police - Kentville, Canada - Town of Kentville

Description

Kentville is where you go for fantastic festivals, regional sports events, mountain biking, nature-based experiences, delicious food, and welcoming community spaces.

When you walk through town you will come to know your neighbours but also business owners, town staff and members of the police service.

You will be drawn to our beautiful Miners Marsh Park, our award-winning library, and dozens of unique shops and restaurants.

This town really is a Breath of Fresh Air.

Kentville strives to deliver high quality services, programs and support to residents and property owners.

Recreation, support for business, and responsible sustainable financial management are top priorities at the Town of Kentville to make this community one of the best in the province and in Canada.

Kentville's residents enjoy the benefits of a new LEED Certified Elementary School, a Regional Hospital, the NSCC Campus, and parks and recreation facilities that support provincial and national events, tournaments, and festivals, including the 85-year-old Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival.

We aim to deliver on our brand promise to be "A Breath of Fresh Air" for all our municipal services, and also in the working environment of town hall.

Please reference the Town's websitefor a complete community profile.

The Kentville Police Service has been providing service to the Kentville Community since 1887. Today's service includes a full complement of 17 armed officers, an administrative support team, and a By-law Enforcement Officer.

The current operation provides community safety and policing services in the following areas:

• Crime Prevention
• Law Enforcement
• Assistance to victims of crime
• Emergency and Enhanced Services
• Public Order Maintenance

KPS has a defined contribution pension plan matched at 9.0%, offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes life, LTD, health, dental and vision coverage.

We offer access to an employee assistance program and an annual Wellness Benefit. Staff are encouraged to seek training and support for professional development.


CHIEF OF POLICE - Full Time, Permanent

Kentville, Nova Scotia

Applications will be accepted until September 15, 2023 at 4pm EST.


Applications can be submitted to:

JOB DESCRIPTION

CHIEF OF POLICE

The Chief of Police will be an integral part of the development of a vision and the strategic direction and objectives for the Kentville Police Service.

The Chief will oversee all operational, policing and administrative functions of the police service and represent the police service at municipal, provincial, federal and international levels as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the development of police service strategic plan,
• Oversee the implementation of the strategic plan,
• Hold accountability for police service operations,
• Hold accountability for management of financial resources,
• Hold accountability for human resource management,
• Mentor members of the Kentville force by demonstrating leadership competencies and assisting with opportunities to build leadership capacity and career progression,
• Champion the use of intelligenceled and problemoriented policing strategies, programs, and tactics in the police service,
• Set the direction for and evaluate the implementation of change,
• Hold accountability for community and media relations,
• Instill ethical conduct in others,
• Develop relationships with leaders, organizations, the community and governing bodies,
• Accountable for a collaborative interaction and healthy relationship with neighboring RCMP services, and other municipal police forces,
• Advise Municipal Executive Authorities regarding policing and community safety matters (Town Council, Police Commission and CAO),
• Sees that reports and recommendations are prepared for executive authorities as required,
• Be a member of the Senior Management Team for the Town of Kentville reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer.
• Work with community organizations around complex issues such as homelessness
• Work with community to assist with issues surrounding mental health.

COMPETENCIES

• Change management.
• Community relations and media management
• Decision making
• Ethical accountability
• Financial management
• Fostering relationships
• Public accountability
• Public safety
• Strategic management
• Human resources and mentoring

EDUCATION
A degree or certificate in police science, criminal justice, public administration or a related field is preferred. A combination of experience, education and training may substitute for formal education.


EXPERIENCE

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience in patrol, investigations and emergency response programs
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible management and senior management experience
• Experience in dealing with the media and community relations
• Experience in working within governance structures
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