Police Chief

Police Chief Position Opening

Town of West Stockbridge

The town of West Stockbridge (population 1,400) is seeking experienced applicants for the position of Police Chief, a non-civil service position subject to MGL Ch. 31, Section 97A. Applicants must be certified as full-time police officer by the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Council or be able to obtain certification if from out of state. This is a working Chief position with both patrol and administrative duties. The successful candidate must possess a proven community and organizational leadership record, outstanding executive management skills, a thorough knowledge of police administration, strong leadership qualities and ability to perform law enforcement activities, successful experience implementing community policing programs, and expertise in effective community relations and customer service programs. The preferred candidate will have ten years of progressively responsible experience as a certified police officer with a minimum of five years of command or supervisory experience.  Interested applicants should forward a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the Town Administrator, 21 State Line Road, West Stockbridge, MA 01266, or via email to admin@weststockbridge-ma.gov. For full consideration, the application deadline is 7 p.m. on May 15. However, this position will remain open until filled.