Seeking chief of police for Glocester police department

The Town of Glocester, Rhode Island, is seeking candidates for Chief of Police. Under the general direction of the Glocester Town Council, the Chief of Police is the chief administrative officer of the Glocester Police Department and subordinate functions including Police Dispatch, the Animal Control Department and Emergency Management. The Chief is responsible for effective and efficient operation of the Public Safety Department, enforcement of rules and regulations, and the enforcement of all laws within the Town’s jurisdiction. The Chief is the final departmental authority on all matters relating to policy, procedures, operations and discipline.

This position is appointed by and reports to the Glocester Town Council.

Qualifications include the ability to communicate effectively and develop successful working relationships with the Glocester Town Council, Town Finance and Human Resources Directors, police command structure, rank and file, community groups, business community and the public.

Skill in budgeting and program management and a public service orientation toward accomplishing the police mission are essential. Candidates should have knowledge of and ability in contemporary policing techniques including crime prevention, drug/alcohol prevention and enforcement efforts, and juvenile programs, as well as good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook).

Other qualifications includes a bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, public administration or similar discipline, or comparable work experience, and at least ten (10) years of law enforcement experience above the level of patrol officer, with at least five (5) years of experience at the level of lieutenant, captain or above in a state or municipal police department.

The Chief must have and maintain an active motor vehicle operator’s license and have the ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Candidates must pass a rigorous background check, including a state and national criminal background check and must have a pristine service record.

To apply, please visit Job Postings or go to www.glocesterri.gov, then click “Notices” in the black banner near the top then select “Job Postings” and click on the red link below the Chief of Police posting. Application deadline is April 30, 2026.

We are an equal opportunity employer.