Chief of Police

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:12:19 -0500

All interested employees, please send letter of interest and resume to nrobinson@staffordnj.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

The Chief of Police is responsible for administrative and technical police work in the direction of all employees and activities of the police department.

Work involves responsibility for the protection of lives and protection of property in the municipality through the supervision of all police functions. Work involves the effective operation of the police department through control of activities; the determination of departmental procedures; the planning of departmental work priorities and goals; the implementation of programs; and the training, assigning, and supervising of all department members. Work is performed independently under the general administrative supervision of the Police Commissioner and Township Administrator/Director of Water and Sewer and is reviewed through discussion of problems, by written or oral reports, and by review of program results.

EXAMPLES:

Formulates departmental policies, regulations, goals, and program priorities in consultation with municipal officials and with the assistance of subordinate officers.

Formulates and prescribes work methods and procedures to be followed by department members; appraises work conditions in the department and takes necessary steps to improve police operations.

Plans and supervises the enforcement of traffic and safety regulations and programs for crime prevention and detection.

Directs and supervises the expenditure of annual appropriations; prepares annual budget estimates

Plans, directs, and conducts in-service training programs.

Cooperates with other Local, State, and Federal Officers in the apprehension and detention of wanted persons with other agencies where activities of the police department are involved.

Directs, coordinates and personally participates when required by circumstances in all activities of the police department.

Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Through involvement in modern police work which has afforded progressively responsible experience in a variety of police functions including supervisory police duties; graduation from high school, and course work in police administration, and associated fields; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern police administration and police methods.

Knowledge of the standards by which the quality of police service is evaluated and of the use of police records and their application to police administration and future planning.

Knowledge of the types and uses of communication, electronic devices, firearms, and automotive equipment used in modern police work.

Knowledge of the functions of Federal, State, and Local jurisdiction and authorities as they relate to police work.

Ability to plan, layout, and supervise the work of subordinates performing varied operations connected with police activities to develop proper training and instructional procedures for subordinates and to maintain a high level of discipline and morale.

Ability to prepare and present effective oral and written informative material relating to the activities of the police department.
Ability to provide effective leadership and maintain harmonious relationships in the department.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with municipal officials, state, and federal authorities, community leaders, and the general public.

Ability to carry a weapon and make a forcible arrest.

Must have at least average intelligence and judgment to cope with the complex, unexpected, and various challenges presented daily.

Must be able to interact harmoniously and cooperatively with members of a team.

Must be able to accept strict supervision in a paramilitary structure.

Must have a high level of social maturity to deal with conflict between people.

Must have a higher-than-average capacity for coping with stress.

Must be motivated and consistent with the mission of a police department.

Eligible candidates must hold the rank of Captain, Lieutenant, or have 10 years’ experience as a Sergeant as of the month of appointment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

This is a description of the way the job is to be performed; it does not preclude the potential for accommodation.

OVERALL STRENGTH DEMANDS: HIGH

Physical Demands:

1. Vision: All tasks, operating police vehicles and equipment.

2. Sitting: Desk work, driving, and meeting with other employees’ staff.

3. Hearing: For communicating with employees and the public.

4. Fine Dexterity: Handling of firearms.

5. Handling: For most tasks including paperwork.

6. Lifting and Carrying: Apprehension of criminal/assisting injured.

7. Bending and Twisting: Physical training, apprehension of criminals.

8. Standing/Walking: Honor guard, parades.

9. Talking: Communicating with employees and the public.

10. Pushing/Pulling: PT, arrests.

11. Crouching/Bending: PT, access to equipment and vehicles, arrests. Firearms training.

12. Balancing: For arrests, etc.

13. Reaching: Retrieving equipment and supplies from shelves, arrests.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Extreme Heat F Change in Temperature F

Extreme Cold F Wetness / Humidity F

Noise F Potential Phys. Abuse F

Fumes/Gases F Chemical Contact O

Dangerous Conditions F Dust O

Vibration F

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