The City of Clearwater, Kansas, is seeking applications for the position of Chief of Police.

The successful
candidate will have a proven record of integrity, strong leadership, and the management, community
outreach, and interpersonal skills to drive the Clearwater Police Department forward along the path of
progressive police service delivery.
Clearwater Police Department
The Clearwater Police Department is a full-service police organization with 6 full time officers, including
a School Resource Officer, and 8 part-time or reserve officers, Animal Control Officer as well as a
Police/Court Clerk. The annual budget for the department is in excess of $445,000. In 2014, the
department responded to 1,640 calls for service.
Mission Statement
The Clearwater Police Departments mission is the protection of life, property and the maintenance of
order. We are dedicated to a continuing partnership with the community. We pride ourselves in
assisting all citizens equally and fairly.
Values
Ethical Behavior

We maintain the trust of the community through honesty, compassion and fairness.

We adhere to the highest standards of personal and professional conduct.

We respect the rights of all citizens and employees.

Protecting the Community

We recognize our primary responsibility is the protection of life and property.

We are responsive to the behavior and conditions that lead to crime and the fear of crime.

We understand that training and technology are critical elements of effective crime prevention
strategies.

Diversity

We appreciate our differences and recognize that unique skills, knowledge and backgrounds
bring strength to the community.

We aspire to create a police department that reflects our community.

We embrace and include our community by seeking their input and responding to their
concerns.

Problem Solving

We work in partnership with the community to identify and resolve problems.

We encourage innovation, creativity and positive thinking.

We are open, receptive and willing to adapt to our dynamic community.

The City of Clearwater

The City of Clearwater is located in south-central Kansas, south and west of Wichita. The city boasts a
strong sense of community pride and is progressive in action and thought. With a population of 2,500
residents and an overall budget of $3,789,000, the City is governed by the Mayor-Council-Administrator
form of government. The chief is appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Council and work is
directed and reviewed by the City Administrator.
Key Competencies and Characteristics

Committed to fostering collaborative working relationships with business and community

stakeholders

Innovative, out-of-the-box thinker with a proven record of trust-building and transparency

Strong communication skills

Is an exemplary leader within the police department and in the community at large

Is a strong proponent of fair, equitable, and inclusive community policing practices

Is a data-driven decision maker

Experience developing and executing a strategic plan

Requirements
Candidates must possess a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and ten years of
progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including five years at a command level, or any
equivalent combination of training and experience. Evidence of continuing professional development,
such as completion of the FBI National Academy, is highly desirable.

Salary
Salary will be commensurate with experience, within the range of $49,000 - $60,000 annually, with a
comprehensive benefits package.

Application Process
Resumes will be accepted until July 20, 2015. A full job description and information of the City of
Clearwater can be found at www.clearwaterks.org. Please submit resumes or questions via mail or email to:
Clearwater Police Chief Search
c/o Justin S. Givens, City Administrator
P.O. Box 453
Clearwater, KS 67026
jgivens@clearwaterks.org