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We are looking for a Chief who does more than simply serve our community—we want someone who becomes a meaningful part of it. A leader who is invested in our people, committed to our future, and dedicated to the quality of life in our community, demonstrating that commitment through their actions every day.
Essential Job Functions:
Interested and qualified applicants should submit a professional resume, cover letter, and copies of all current law enforcement certifications to the Clerk/Treasurer's Office. Applications will be accepted through any of the following methods:
https://www.malvernar.gov/Jobs.aspx
The City of Malvern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Essential Job Functions:
- Executive Command: Exercises full authority over the deployment, strategy, and daily operations of the patrol, investigative, and support divisions.
- Leadership & Professional Development: Mentors, leads, and manages a professional police force, working collaboratively within Malvern's Civil Service framework to maintain high morale and excellent training standards.
- Strategic Fiscal Management: Designs and executes a modern municipal police budget focused on resource allocation, specialized equipment procurement, and fleet management.
- Proactive Community Relations: Implements visible, community-first policing programs that keep Malvern a safe, tight-knit place to live, work, and visit.
- Key Skills: Strong leadership and integrity; active involvement in the community; effective communication; the ability to manage personnel with fairness and accountability; and the ability to responsibly oversee municipal budgets and resources.
- Must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Public Administration, or another field directly related to law enforcement, public safety, or municipal administration.
- In-State Applicants: Must hold an active Senior Officer Certificate issued by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST).
- Out-of-State Applicants: Must possess a current, equivalent senior-level law enforcement certification in good standing and meet all eligibility requirements for Arkansas CLEST reciprocity. The selected candidate must complete all requirements necessary to obtain Arkansas CLEST certification within six (6) months of appointment.
- Experience: Minimum of 9 years of progressive law enforcement experience, including at least 3 years in a command or supervisory role (e.g., Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, or higher).
Interested and qualified applicants should submit a professional resume, cover letter, and copies of all current law enforcement certifications to the Clerk/Treasurer's Office. Applications will be accepted through any of the following methods:
- By Email: ktaber@malvernar.gov
- By Mail or In Person: City of Malvern Clerk/Treasurer, 120 A W. Third Street, Malvern, AR 72104
- Application Closing Date: Monday, November 2, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
https://www.malvernar.gov/Jobs.aspx
The City of Malvern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
