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Chief of Police 

Chief of Police - Village of Arlington Heights, Illinois

Deadline to Apply: November 9, 2026

Salary Range: $200,000-$215,000 starting, depending on qualifications

The Village of Arlington Heights is seeking an accomplished law enforcement leader to serve as its next Chief of Police following the current Chief’s upcoming retirement. Located 25 miles northwest of Chicago, Arlington Heights is a community of more than 77,000 residents. The next Chief will lead a nationally accredited Police Department known for strong community relationships, modern facilities, and high standards of service.

The Police Department has 141.5 full-time equivalent employees, including 110 sworn officers, and a $35 million budget for FY 2026. The Department offers advanced technology, specialized assignments, and strong regional partnerships, providing a solid foundation for the next Chief to develop emerging leaders and advance responsive, community-focused policing.

Reporting to the Village Manager, the Chief of Police will direct departmental strategy and operations, oversee the budget and allocation of resources, guide emergency preparedness, and maintain accountability across the Department.

The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in police administration and operations, strategic planning, financial management, labor and employee relations, and community engagement. The Village seeks an accessible leader who builds productive relationships with sworn and civilian employees, residents, businesses, and community organizations.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field; at least ten years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience; and Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board certification or the ability to obtain; A master’s degree is preferred. Graduation from the FBI National Academy, Northwestern University School of Police Staff & Command, or a comparable executive law enforcement leadership program is strongly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated hiring range is $200,000–$215,000, depending on qualifications and experience, within a full salary range of $158,313–$229,552. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid leave; Police Pension Fund participation; a Village-provided take-home vehicle; and professional development opportunities. Residency is not required; however, candidates must be able to respond to public safety emergencies within a reasonable timeframe.

How to Apply

Please apply by November 9, 2026. Interested candidates should submit a detailed cover letter and resume outlining their qualifications and experience, along with at least three professional references, to jobs@vah.com. Applications will be reviewed as received.

The Village of Arlington Heights is an equal opportunity employer and strives to be a welcoming and inclusive place for all, improving how we recruit, empower, and retain the most diverse and very best talent, ensuring careers in public service will continue to attract the brightest for coming generations. Any offer of employment is conditional upon passing a background and pre-employment drug screen.

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Chief or Director

Chief or Director Transit Safety Officer - Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA - Chicago, IL)

Deadline to Apply: November 11, 2026

Salary Range: $186,000

The Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA), formerly the Regional Transportation Authority, was created by the Illinois General Assembly and Governor JB Pritzker to make transit across northeastern Illinois work for riders as one regional transit system. NITA is seeking to fill a critical role with the newly formed Chief or Director, Transit Safety Officer position for the Safety & Experience department. The Chief or Director, Transit Safety Officer, Office of Transit Public Safety & Experience (OTPSE) provides strategic leadership and oversight for NITA’s region wide transit safety system. This senior leadership role reports to the Executive Director and ensures compliance with statutory obligations, establishes regional safety standards, and coordinates interagency partnerships. This role oversees programs that center the experiences and needs of transit riders and communities while also supporting both rider and worker safety. This position is responsible for advancing a unified regional safety strategy in close collaboration with law enforcement, social service partners, and the Coordinated Safety Response Council.

NITA sets regional fares, service standards, and schedules across the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra, and Pace; plans and funds regional capital investment; and oversees the performance and finances of the three Service Boards serving riders across Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties.

As of September 1, 2026, NITA has expanded authority under Public Act 104-0457. People who join NITA now will help build the systems, policies, and partnerships that shape regional transit for years to come.

Accountabilities include but are not limited to:

Regional Safety Strategy

• Lead the development and implementation of a regional transit safety strategy in partnership with the Service Boards (i.e., CTA/Pace/Metra) and Coordinated Safety Response Council.
• Assist with developing NITA’s strategic plan, annual budget, and five-year capital program by ensuring that safety and security priorities are accurately represented.
• Establish and maintain regionwide safety standards for NITA and the individual service boards and oversee their consistent implementation and enforcement.
• Develop and oversee a regionwide safety technology strategy that identifies operational needs, establishes investment priorities, and promotes interoperability across NITA and the Service Boards.
• Ensure safety standards for the design and maintenance of physical public facilities are maintained to promote safety.
• Develop and maintain accessible, user-friendly channels for transit riders to report safety matters or threats in real time for prompt notification to law enforcement or other appropriate emergency responders.

Governance, Reporting & Compliance

• Produce all legislatively required reports on rider and worker safety. Develop dashboards and publish public-facing updates on safety trends.
• Lead data collection and analysis to monitor safety performance and trends to guide decision making.

Interagency Coordination

• Collaborate with regional law enforcement agencies, social service providers, and other relevant governmental and nongovernmental entities within the Coordinated Safety Response Council.
• Support and oversee intergovernmental agreements related to safety and crime prevention funding and cross-agency coordination.
• Manage partnerships with agencies specializing in health and human services including, but not limited to homelessness outreach, mental health support, substance abuse, and other rider assistance functions.
• Develop protocols and operational plans for large-scale events affecting transit (such as major festivals, events, etc.) in coordination with local law enforcement and emergency management agencies.
• Develop protocols and crisis response plans to respond to regional emergencies, such as weather or civil unrest.
• Enhance operator safety standards, including protocols for operator assault prevention and integration of protective equipment.
• Oversee the transit ambassador program.
• Foster a work culture that’s focused on achieving measurable objectives by coaching staff, strengthening interagency relationships, and supporting your team. Supports the Agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity policies, goals, and objectives.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

The ideal candidate must have the following:

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities equivalent to the completion of a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Sociology, Psychology, Forensic Science, or a related field required.
• Transportation safety certifications preferred.
• A Chief must have more than ten (10) years’ experience in public safety and law enforcement and a Director must have seven to ten (7 – 10) years’ experience in public safety and law enforcement is required. Must have served in a supervisory capacity at a law enforcement agency and report

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Chief of Police

Chief of Police - City of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico

Deadline to Apply: December 5, 2026

Salary Range: $85,000 Annually

The Police Chief directs the operations of the Police Department to enforce municipal, state, and federal laws and ordinances of the City of Ruidoso Downs. Operations of the Police Department include administration, police patrol, investigations, training, animal control, code compliance, communications, detention, and records. Develops and implements rules, regulations, policies and procedures to advance the Department's mission, goals, and objectives, and to provide efficient and effective police services for residents, visitors, and businesses in the City of Ruidoso Downs.

Essential Job Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Determines levels of staff, equipment, and other resources needed to effectively protect the City of Ruidoso Downs during broad seasonal variances in its population and nature of activities.
• Performs a variety of complex administrative, managerial, and professional work in planning, coordinating, and directing the activities of the Police Department.
• Ensures that the department offers and maintains an effective and positive community Oriented Policing philosophy for the purpose of maintaining the highest possible credibility level within the area.
• Manages and leads police department staff-including administration, operations, animal control, communications, directly or through subordinate supervisors using leadership skill.
• Develops, implements, monitors, and adjusts, as necessary, and effective communication system throughout the Police Department.
• Ensures compliance with changing requirements in local, state, federal laws and accreditation requirements.
• Reviews department performance and effectiveness, formulates programs or policies to alleviate deficiencies.
• Manages and coordinates the preparation and presentation of an annual budget for the department; directs the implementation of the department’s budget; plans for and reviews specifications and needs for additional personnel and for new or replacement equipment.
• Ensures appropriate and adequate training and development of Department personnel in all areas such as but not limited to advance officer training, safety, current law changes, dispatcher training, emergency procedures etc.
• Handles grievances/or departmental problems, maintains Departmental discipline and the conduct and general behavior of assigned personnel.
• Prepares and submits periodic reports to the Mayor regarding the Department’s activities, and prepares a variety of other reports as appropriate
• Ensures that laws and ordinances are enforced and that the public peace and safety is maintained.
• Evaluates, disciplines, and terminates employees following established procedures and policy.
• Guides and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties and professional growth.
• Consults on the management of projects, programs, and major criminal cases.
• Researches, develops, and recommends new laws, procedures, and ordinances.
• Cooperates with County, State and Federal law enforcement officers as appropriate when activities of the police department are involved.
• Coordinates law enforcement efforts with other departments and jurisdictions.
• Develops programs for the enhancement of public relations between the police Department, residents, merchants, and schools, such as the bicycle and walking patrol programs.

Other Responsibilities or Job Requirements

• Ensure that employees keep timesheets based on actual hours worked
• Ensures that employee timesheets are submitted accurately and timely
• Ensures that any on-the job injury is reported immediately and followed up with appropriate forms and actions.
• Reports any suspected fraud and/or abuse to the Mayor or the Mayor’s delegated Official.
• Ensures any reports of harassment are immediately reported and appropriate actions are taken
• Represents the City of Ruidoso Downs in the New Mexico Police Chief's Association and federal law enforcement agencies and associations.
• Responsible for maintenance of assigned vehicle.
• Prepares and delivers talks and presentations to local civic and professional groups.
• Attends conferences and meetings to keep abreast of current trends in the field; represents the City of Ruidoso Downs and the police Department in a variety of local, county, state and other meetings.

The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. For more information, please visit their website. 

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