Deputy Police Chief

Salary : $148,703.36 - $197,568.80 Annually
Location : Maple Grove 55369, MN
Job Type: Full-time- Benefit Earning
Job Number: 2025-00041
Department: Police
Opening Date: 04/16/2025
Closing Date: 5/9/2025 11:59 PM Central

Job Summary

Elevate Your Career in Law Enforcement Leadership. Join our team and play a pivotal role in the strategic direction and daily execution of Police Department operations. You'll mentor and guide commanders and leadership staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Develop and implement innovative programs and services, and step into the Chief's role when needed. If you're committed to professional growth and making a lasting impact on your community, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.
Why Maple Grove? The Maple Grove Police Department offers a unique and rewarding career path for those dedicated to public service. The department fosters a culture of professionalism and community engagement, prioritizing strong relationships with residents. Officers have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in a safe and thriving community. The Maple Grove Police Department is also known for its commitment to officer development, providing access to ongoing training, advanced technology, and diverse career paths within specialized units. Furthermore, the department offers competitive compensation and benefits, recognizing the value of its officers' contributions. Joining the Maple Grove Police Department means becoming part of a team that values compassion, excellence and professionalism and a shared dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of all its residents.
Hiring Timeline

*subject to change*

Application window closes: May 9, 2025, 11:59 PM

First round interviews: Week of June 2, 2025

Final interviews: Week of June 9, 2025

Leadership/management evaluation and pre-employment medical exam: mid-late June, 2025

Candidate estimated start date: July, 2025
Responsibilities

In this position, the Deputy Police Chief will be responsible for:

Department Leadership & Operations

• Directs and oversees police department divisions, ensuring efficiency in daily operations, scheduling, and resource deployment.
• Leads the Watch Commander system for division commanders.
• Acts as the Chief of Police when designated, making independent decisions in alignment with city and department priorities.
• Oversees emergency management coordination with Fire Department leadership.
• Leads departmental meetings, including the Police Leadership Group, in the absence of the Chief.

Strategic Planning & Policy Development

• Assists in planning and research to anticipate short- and long-term department needs, including personnel, equipment, and capital outlay forecasts.
• Develops and evaluates policies, procedures, and programs to ensure accountability and effectiveness at the community level.
• Represents the Chief of Police on various boards and workgroups.

Community Engagement & Public Relations

• Directs community relations, crime prevention, and engagement initiatives in collaboration with division commanders.
• Provides interviews, press releases, and public statements to media outlets.
• Ensures communication strategies align with the department's mission and values, including social media outreach.

Staff Development & Human Resources

• Leads, supervises, and develops department staff to promote professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication.
• Works with Human Resources on recruitment, selection, training, professional development, internal investigations and complaints, employee and labor relations, and performance management.
• Supports efforts to foster an equitable, inclusive, and respectful workplace.

Budget & Fiscal Management

• Leads the preparation of the department budget, coordinating with the Chief of Police and the Finance Department.
• Oversees grant funding, financial forecasting, and multi-jurisdictional financial matters.

Internal Affairs & Compliance

• Oversees internal affairs investigations, including major complaints and MN POST Board reporting.
• Ensures accountability and disciplinary recommendations align with department and city policies and standards, in collaboration with Human Resources.

Crisis & Incident Management

• Responds on or off duty to major incidents, assuming command as needed.
• Provides oversight for major criminal investigations and emergency situations.

Qualifications

Any combination of experience that would likely provide the required knowledge is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:

• At least 10 years of law enforcement experience, with significant leadership roles within that timeframe.
  • These roles must include:
    • 7 years equivalent to a Police Sergeant.
    • 3 years supervising an operational unit in a medium to large police agency.
    • Experience leading a specialized police unit.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships with the community, city officials, and other organizations.

Education and Training:

• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Law Enforcement or a related field is preferred.
  • Advanced leadership training (e.g., Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command, SPI, and FBI National Academy, etc.) is preferred.
  • Emergency Management training, including ICS 300, is preferred.

License/Certification:

• Must be certified and meet the standards of the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to develop and implement policies, programs, and community initiatives.
• Experience in personnel management, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Excellent communication skills, including public speaking and media relations.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in law enforcement.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to meet operational demands.

Supplemental Information
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for this position should be prepared for a comprehensive background check that adheres to the standards set by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). This process typically includes a thorough review of criminal history, driving records, credit history, and personal references. Additionally, expect in-depth interviews, psychological leadership/management evaluation, and a medical exam to assess suitability for law enforcement responsibilities. Honesty and transparency throughout the background check are crucial, as any misrepresentations or omissions could disqualify an applicant.
WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions: Office and field environment; may be exposed to emergency and disaster situations; working closely with others.

Physical Conditions: Must meet POST standards for a Police Officer. Additionally, essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time; general manual dexterity; ability to discharge firearms; adequate hearing, vision, and speech; may be required to operate assigned vehicle.
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01

Are you currently certified and meet the standards of the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training?

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate your highest level of education related to this position (i.e. criminal justice or law enforcement, etc.).

• None
• Some college or coursework
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

03

Please list how many years of progressively responsible experience you have in law enforcement.

• None
• Less than four years
• Four to less than seven years
• Seven to less than ten years
• Ten to less than thirteen years of experience
• Thirteen to less than sixteen years of experience
• Sixteen or more years of experience

04

Please list how many years of experience you have as a Police Sergeant, or equivalent rank.

• None
• Less than five years
• Five years to less than seven years
• Seven to less than nine years
• Nine to less than eleven years
• Eleven or more years

05

Please describe how many years you have as a Police Captain or Police Commander, or equivalent rank.

• None
• Less than three years
• Three to less than five years
• Five to less than seven years
• Seven or more years

06

Please list the number of years of experience you have in supervising an operational unit in a medium to large police agency.

• None
• Less than three years
• Three to less than five years
• Five to less than seven years
• Seven to less than nine years
• Nine or more years

07

Please list your years of experience in leading a specialized police unit.

• None
• Less than three years
• Three to less than five years
• Five years to less than seven years
• Seven or more years

08

Describe how you have built strong relationships with community members, city officials and leaders, and other organizations in your past experience. Cite specific examples from your experience.
09

Describe the advanced leadership and/or emergency management training you have completed by citing which specific organization you worked with, when the training was completed, and what the training was titled. If you have none, list "none."
Required Question