Police Chief
klc utilities partnershipHopkinsville, KY
$92,236 per year
APPLYPolice Chief
klc utilities partnershipHopkinsville, KYManager L7
$92,236 per year
First-Line Supervisors of Police and DetectivesPolice and Sheriff's Patrol OfficersFirst-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other
Police ProtectionOther Justice, Public Order, and Safety ActivitiesExecutive and Legislative Offices, Combined
APPLY NOWThe police chief directs all operations of the Hopkinsville Police Department and the Hopkinsville/Christian County Emergency Communications Center. The Chief forecasts annual and long-term funding needs for a budget exceeding $12 million and leads short- and long-range planning for all department functions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supervising more than 70 police officers, 20 emergency dispatchers, and 20 support staff
- Establishing policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and organizational structures consistent with applicable guidelines and restrictions
- Ensuring community-oriented policing services are provided at every level
Requirements:
- High school diploma
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice management or a related field is preferred
- Candidates must have 12 years of law enforcement experience, including five years in a supervisory role and at least two years of equivalent experience as a police captain or higher
- Candidates must also have graduated from the FBI National Academy, the Southern Police Institute, or a similar command-level training program
- Must be a graduate of the Kentucky Law Enforcement Academy (KLEC) or an equivalent academy recognized by KLECA valid driver’s license is required
Benefits include:
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 8 floating holidays per year are offered
- Federal student loan repayment program available for eligible employees
- Certified KY Police credentialing receives an additional $4,300 annual state stipend
- Compensation based on experience and education
Salary Information: $92,236-$121,052
Application Deadline: 11/13/2026
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Level
Manager L7
Salary
$92,236 per year
Location
Hopkinsville, KY
Occupation
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
Industry
Police Protection
Posted
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