Chief of Police

The Town of Hampstead is currently seeking a highly qualified and community-focused professional to serve as the Police Chief. We are a Town of 6,400 people in northeastern Carroll County that is regularly recognized as one of the “Safest Towns” and “Best Places to Raise a Family” in Maryland. Our culture is team oriented, collaborative, supportive and family focused.

Key Responsibilities

• The Department is dedicated to patrol and investigation in addressing issues of crime, disorder, and quality of life with a strong commitment to community policing. There are two elementary schools, one middle school and several community related schools and day cares within the Town.
• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the department, supervising command and personnel currently including: a Sergeant (1), Corporal (1), Detective (1), Patrol Officers and an Administrative Assistant. It is expected that the Police Chief will be active in patrol while supervising the Department.
• Cultivate and foster positive relationships between the Town, County, State, other local agencies, businesses and community organizations. These relationships generate strong partnerships, positive public relations and  community engagement.
• The Police Chief reports directly to the Mayor and serves at the pleasure of the Mayor and Council. The Police Chief meets regularly with the Mayor on issues affecting the Department and Town.
• The Police Chief will coordinate with the Town Manager on Town issues and events.
• Prepare and present monthly reports on matters affecting the Town to the Town Council.
• Prepare and manage the annual Department Budget.