Police Chief

Police Chief Opportunity in Cedar Hill

The City of Cedar Hill, proudly known as "The Natural Heart of the Metroplex," is seeking a Police Chief to join our City family. This leader will guide our high-performing police department in a city deeply rooted in community connection and support. Located just 20 minutes southwest of downtown Dallas, Cedar Hill offers a rare blend of natural beautywith more than 50 parks, trails, and preserved green spacesalongside convenient access to the amenities of the DFW metroplex. Known for our welcoming atmosphere, small-town charm, and upscale taste, Cedar Hill is a place where residents are actively engaged and take pride in their community, creating a strong foundation of support for public safety. Our culture is grounded in five core valuesHigh Standards, Teamwork, Premier Customer Service, Family Orientation, and Funfostering an environment where collaboration, service, and relationships are paramount. This is a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking law enforcement leader to partner with an involved and supportive community, build lasting relationships, and help shape the continued success of our growing, vibrant city. The salary range for this position is up to $200,000/yr, depending on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is responsible for leading the Cedar Hill Police Department personnel, programs, facilities, budgets and activities in a manner consistent with the City's vision, mission, values, and culture. The position ensures that departmental operations keep current with best practices and procedures within the public safety profession. The ideal candidate for this position is a forward-thinking, servant leader who prioritizes premier customer service and strong community engagement. This individual understands that effective policing is rooted in trust, transparency, and consistent community outreach. Successful candidates must bring both passion and an innovative vision for community-oriented policing, empowering officers to form meaningful connections and deliver high-quality service. The next Police Chief will also be committed to developing internal talent and advancing thoughtful succession planning, ensuring the long-term strength, stability, and continued professionalism of the department.

Successful candidates for the position of Police Chief will possess, at a minimum, the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in law enforcement, or related field. A Master's Degree is preferred.
• At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in police operations with a minimum of seven (7) years managerial level experience with a municipality of a least comparable size and complexity as Cedar Hill.
• Valid Texas Driver's License (Class C) required with an acceptable driving record.
• Advanced or Master Peace Officer License from the State of Texas (or ability to obtain).
• Specialized training or graduation from either the FBI Academy, Southern Police Institute, Northwestern Law Enforcement Institute or Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas is preferred.

To be considered for this position, please apply online through the City's website: Please attach a statement of interest, rsum, and current salary information. Only online applications will be considered. In your interest statement, please include your current salary, the size of your current department, number of employees you supervise, demographics of the community you serve, your current position title and highlights of your accomplishments in your current position.

Applicants selected as finalists for the position will undergo verification of current and previous employment (via open record requests), verification of education, criminal history background check, driving record check, and verification of professional references. Information from your application and rsum may be subject to release to the public, under the Public Information Act, at any time during the hiring process.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Cedar Hill will make every reasonable effort to accommodate your needs. For any special requests, please call Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

For questions about the position, please contact Tracey Kerezman, Director of Awesome People, at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

The City of Cedar Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of genetic information in compliance with GINA, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, age, or disability in hiring, conditions, or termination of employment. Final applicants for employment with the City of Cedar Hill are subject to drug testing and background screening.