The City of Cassville, MO is seeking a collaborative, community-minded servant leader to be their new Police Chief!

At the crossroads of rich history and celebrated outdoor recreation, the City of Cassville in southwest Missouri offers an incredible qual­ity of life in the heart of the scenic Ozark Mountains. The seat of Barry County sits at the confluence of Hwys. Highways 37, 76, 112, and 248, and its roughly 3 square miles are home to just over 3,200 people. Still, Cassville is the primary market and employ­ment center for a 10-mile radius and an estimated 14,000 people, pairing a variety of goods and services with its natural beauty.

Candidates should have excellent policy and budget development and administration skills; be able to adapt strategies, allocate resources effectively, and ensure public safety amid community dynamics; and maintain a high level of discipline and morale. They should also know and understand federal, state, and City laws, regulations, and codes impacting law enforcement to ensure police services are provided without violating people’s rights or causing undue liability.

Candidates should have six to 10 years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including three to five years of direct supervisory experience and two to five years of management experience. A degree in criminal justice or a similar field is preferred.

The selected candidate must also be certified as a Class A Missouri Peace Officer and continue to meet all Missouri Peace Officer Standard & Training standards regulations throughout their tenure, possess a valid Missouri driver’s license, and be MULES certified. Because of the sensitive nature of this position, successful completion of a background investigation is also required.

Preferred candidates will have at least two years preparing and working within an annual budget of $750,000 or more.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Please note that the selected candidate must establish residency within five miles of the city center within six months of their hire. Cassville is offering a salary range of $61,983 to $85,799 for this position, depending on experience and qualifications.

For more information on this position contact:

Kurt Hodgen, Sr. Vice President
Strategic Government Resources
Kurt Hodgen@GovernmentResource.com
540-820-0531