Police Chief

The City of Umatilla hired GMP Consultants to facilitate the recruitment of a new Police Chief. TO APPLY VISIT: https://gmphr.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2nm8xmnzpyx 

THE UMATILLA POLICE DEPARTMENT

The Umatilla Police Department (UPD) is an accredited organization through the Oregon Accreditation Alliance. The Department operates with an annual budget of $4.2 million and 17.75 FTEs across a service area of 5.3 miles. Staffing includes a Lieutenant, Investigator, Code Enforcement Officer, Student Resource Officer, Office Administrator, 3 Sergeants, 9 Patrol Officers, and a full-time and a part-time support staff member. Recent calls for service include 9,833 in 2021, and 8,469 in 2022. The City is currently in the process of designing a new Police Station, with the design phase scheduled to be completed in 2024 and construction anticipated to be completed either in late 2026 or early 2027. 

WHY APPLY 

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the leadership team to lead a small Eastern Oregon city through exponential growth in the coming years. City leaders are committed to keeping Umatilla's small-town values and charm while the city continues to grow. The City government works as a team across all levels, including department directors, City Manager, and City Council. The City’s overall budget has grown 10-fold in the past 9 years and has very healthy reserves. The Police Department has strong support from the community. This is an excellent opportunity to bring fresh ideas, creative thinking, proven experience, and advocacy skills to maintain service levels and meet the challenges of a growing city. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The City of Umatilla is offering an annual salary range of $114,996 to $155,760 for this position, dependent upon experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package.