Deputy Chief of Police

The City of Woodstock, Georgia, is seeking a Deputy Chief of Police. This full-time position, under the administrative direction of the Chief of Police, the Deputy Chief directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of all divisions within the department. He/she serves as second in command to the Police Chief, coordinates assigned activities with other units, departments, and outside agencies, and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Chief of Police.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, and assists the Police Chief in the coordination of activities and functions of daily operations of the department
• Provides leadership, assists in reviewing complicated incidents, discusses administrative issues, and disseminates information concerning changes in laws, regulations, and procedures
• Assists in the preparation and administration of the department budget
• Analyzes and recommends improvements to equipment and facilities as needed; administers department inventory control; and assists in approving purchase orders
• Assigns and oversees the work of supervisors and their employees; communicates and evaluates department goals and objectives
• Supervises the scheduling and coordination of shift changes; makes day-to-day police assignments as required
• Evaluates assigned supervisors through completing performance appraisals and reviews the appraisals of the supervisor's assigned personnel
• Makes recommendations and maintains department policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Administers discipline by exercising city and department rules, guidelines, policies, and procedures; ensures positive and negative discipline are observed; reviews and makes recommendations to the Police Chief about disciplinary issues proposed by assigned supervisors, ensuring equitable treatment for employees; and conducts verbal counseling
• Reviews investigations of complaints filed against department employees and recommends appropriate action
• Oversees vehicle maintenance for the department
• Provides oversight of the management of police/court records
• Identifies operational deficiencies, submits recommendations, and implements change commensurate with authority
• Performs special studies, research, and investigations as assigned
• Conducts special assignments at the direction of the Police Chief
• Maintains contact with citizens, court officials, and other law enforcement agencies in the performance of police activities
• Meets and coordinates with other city departments as requested
• Assists in supervising the application and hiring process for department personnel; prepares, develops, and conducts training programs; ensures personnel can meet minimum training requirements; coordinates career development plans with in-service training programs; assures completion of certification requirements; maintains department training records; and submits training reports to appropriate agencies
• Coordinates and participates in investigative activities; provides mutual assistance during emergency situations; and provides general information about department activities
• Maintains current knowledge of changes in laws, new methods of enforcement, and other trends and developments in law enforcement
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, criminology, business, or closely related field from an accredited college or university; a Master's degree is preferred
• A minimum of ten (10) years of continuous service as a certified police officer
• A minimum of three (3) additional years of law enforcement in a management position

Licenses or Certifications:

• A valid Georgia Class C driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council (POST) Basic Law Enforcement Officer certification
• Successful completion of a law enforcement executive development course, such as FBI National Academy, Police Executive Research Forum's Senior Management Institute for Police, Southern Police Institute, or Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command.

Additional Requirements:

Must complete a formal application, be a U.S. Citizen, and read/write in English. Must pass an oral interview, police criminal background and reference check, polygraph or CVSA test, psychological examination, a physical exam meeting department standards, and any required job-related testing. Must also satisfactorily complete a standard probationary period.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of modern principles, methods, and procedures of police administration and organization
• Knowledge of modern principles, methods, and procedures of the technical aspects of law enforcement, including criminal investigation, crime prevention, traffic control, and police training
• Knowledge of all applicable laws and ordinances
• Knowledge of city geography
• Knowledge of first aid
• Skill in providing, understanding, and following oral and written instructions
• Skill in training
• Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing
• Skill in using radar and/or laser guns, handguns, ASP baton, police radio, handcuffs, breathalyzer, and first aid equipment
• Skill in using computers and job-related software
• Skill in handling police vehicles
• Ability to respond to changing situations
• Ability to manage and supervise others under both routine and emergency situations
• Ability to evaluate others
• Ability to problem-solve
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, city staff, and other local government employees
• Ability to command large-scale operations of personnel and equipment under routine and emergency conditions involving danger to life and property
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
• Ability to effectively and efficiently develop and manage department budgets
• Ability to meet and maintain department physical standards

More information can be found at the City of Woodstock's website: www.woodstockga.gov.

Starting Base Pay Rate Range: $102,810.26 - $135,000.00, and based on experience, education, and certifications.

The deadline to submit a resume is July 8, 2026.

All interested applicants must submit a completed online application at http://www.woodstockga.gov/jobs.