Chief of Police

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Provides highly responsible and complex administrative and managerial assistance to the City Administrator and is directly responsible for the oversight of the Cumberland Police Department.  This is a supervisory position that works under the general direction and appointment of the City Administrator.  The responsibilities include oversight and approval of police department employees' work product and coordination of multiple activities and resources including staff, supplies, equipment, funds and/or contract resources.  The decisions made through this position significantly impact the operations and effectiveness of the organization. Judgement is required in the application of established policies, goals and objectives, as well as in the application of concepts, plans, and strategies that may deviate from traditional methods and practices.  Extensive interaction with the citizens of Cumberland and local media is considered an important aspect of the position.