Police Chief-City of Richmond Hill (GA)

Police Chief - City of Richmond Hill (GA)

The City of Richmond Hill, Georgia is seeking a new Police Chief to join its department. Located just minutes south of metropolitan Savannah, the city boasts over 19,800 residents and a small‑town charm. The Police Department has approximately 50 full‑time and 2 part‑time employees, with an annual general‑fund operating budget of $6.9 million.

Responsibilities

The Police Chief will serve on the city’s leadership team, exemplifying ethical standards, collaboration, and a proven record of leading a professional police department. The Chief will provide strategic direction, operational transparency, and active community engagement, while enforcing state and federal laws, city ordinances, and departmental policies. Responsibilities include supervising and managing personnel, making sound decisions in emergencies, building community trust through partnerships, and guiding the department through growth and change in alignment with the Mayor and Council.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Law Enforcement, Police Administration or related field; master’s preferred. Minimum ten (10) years of progressive police work, including five (5) years in upper‑level management or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Completion of an accredited law‑enforcement training program, such as the FBI National Academy, Northwestern Center for Public Safety’s School of Police Management and Command, the Police Institute’s Administrative Officers Course, the Police Executive Research Forum’s Senior Management Institute for Police, or the IACP’s Leadership in Police Organizations course.
• Must possess, or acquire within twelve (12) months of hire, a valid Georgia driver’s license, Georgia P.O.S.T police officer certification, and Georgia Chief certification.

Compensation and Benefits

The starting salary range is $105,000–$130,000, depending on qualifications. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package : health, dental, and vision insurance; a defined benefit retirement plan with a five‑year vesting period; 457 deferred compensation and 401(a) plans with city matching; paid time off (personal and vacation); short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance; and negotiable relocation assistance.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, résumé, a list of five job‑related references with phone numbers and email addresses, and salary history no later than February 6, 2026 to Lisa Ward, Senior Associate, Mercer Group Associates at lisaward912@gmail.com . For questions, call 706‑983‑9326 (Lisa Ward) or 706‑614‑4961 (Alan Reddish).

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