Police Chief - City of Newark, California

The City of Newark, California seeks a forward-thinking, collaborative and approachable Police Chief to lead the Newark Police Department into the future. 

The City of Newark, California, is a family-oriented community nestled along the southeast end of the San Francisco Bay.  With a growing population of over 49,000 residents, the City of Newark offers a small town feel while sitting in the heart of bustling Silicon Valley. The City has a highly functioning Executive Team, a stable budget and a supportive Council and community.  Local recreation opportunities abound, ranging from boating and fishing to mountain biking and trail hiking. 

The Newark Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency providing 24/7 public safety services to the community including Police, Records and Communications, a Dispatch Center, and Animal Services.  The Department is comprised of 70 full-time staff (58 sworn) assigned to three divisions: Field Operations, Support Services, and the Office of the Chief. 

Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job is qualifying. The minimum education requirement is a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university; a master’s degree is preferred.  The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of broad and extensive experience in all major areas of police work, including five years in a command position with a municipal law enforcement agency and a track record of contributions and advancements in the profession.

The salary range for this position is $234,748.80-$281,694.40 annually, not including specialty pays and other compensation.

Filing Deadline: January 31, 2024
Resumes are acknowledged within 2 business days.