The Connecticut General Assembly is currently seeking a law enforcement professional to direct the operations of the State Capitol Police Department which consists of 25 sworn officers and 17 civilian employees.  At the direction of the Executive Director of the Joint Committee on Legislative Management, the Chief is responsible for planning, organizing and administering the programs and policies of the State Capitol Police Department including, but not limited to, safety and security services, crime prevention, crowd control activities, and parking and traffic control.

 

Qualifications:  Candidates must possess seven years of experience in law enforcement, five of which must include supervision of sworn officers, and a relevant bachelor’s degree; be eligible for certification by the Police Officer Standards and Training Council as a Connecticut Police Officer; pass a physical examination prior to appointment, which ensures that the candidate possesses sufficient physical ability to perform essential job functions; and pass a thorough background character check including a criminal records check, a psychological exam and a polygraph.

 

The successful candidate will also have outstanding communication and customer service skills; knowledge and experience with Law Enforcement Accreditation Processes; experience with card access systems and security issues; and experience with community policing.

 

Compensation ranges from $88,017 - $115,872 with an excellent fringe benefits package.  For consideration, please send a cover letter, resume and salary history by March 19, 2010 to:  Search Committee – Capitol Police, Joint Committee on Legislative Management, Legislative Office Building, Room 5100, Hartford, Connecticut  06106-1591.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.