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Chief Of Police (Type B)
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Description of Duties
This is a highly visible, administrative position involving direct responsibility for all police functions in a police department. The duties of Chief of Police are performed in accordance with policies and objectives established by the appointing authority. The position is responsible for planning and directing law enforcement activities. Independent judgment is allowed for maintaining high standards of performance. The Chief of Police reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of an administrator. General supervision is exercised over sworn and civilian staff. The position may be utilized at a Type A, B, or C police department.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus twenty‑four (24) months of permanent competitive status in an organized police department in the position of Police Lieutenant or higher rank in a town, village, city police department or county sheriff’s office in the State of New York, or the New York State Police.