Posted on December 26, 2025
Town of Berlin Employment Opportunity
Police Chief
Berlin Police Department
Full-Time with Benefits
Starting Salary Range:
Grade 23, Step 4 ($102,273.60) to Grade 23, Step 12 ($124,612.80), DOQ
The Town of Berlin is accepting applications for a full-time Certified Police Chief to provide strategic leadership and oversight of all police department operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of the community through ethical policing, accountability, effective law enforcement practices, and strong collaboration with Town leadership and community partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership, direction, and management of all Police Department divisions, personnel, and operations.
- Develop, implement, and enforce departmental policies and procedures in compliance with applicable laws, standards, and best practices.
- Oversee departmental budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation in alignment with Town goals.
- Collaborate closely with Town Administration to ensure compliance with administrative policies, employment practices, and personnel procedures.
- Establish long-range goals and strategic priorities to support the department.
- Supervise and mentor command staff and officers; address performance issues and administer discipline consistent with due process.
- Represent the Police Department at Town Council meetings and within the community, fostering transparency, trust, and positive public relationships.
- Coordinate with federal, state, regional, and local law enforcement agencies on joint operations and information sharing.
- Respond to major incidents, emergencies, and critical events as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
- Extensive experience as a sworn police officer, including a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience at the rank of corporal or above.
- Thorough knowledge of modern police administration, budgeting, policy development, and performance management.
- Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Licensing & Certification Requirements
- Maryland Police Officer Certification through the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC), or be eligible for certification within six months of hire.
- Completion of MPCTC-approved command-level or administrator training (or ability to complete within one year).
- Compliance with all MPCTC in-service training and firearms qualification requirements.
- Valid Driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Closing Day: Due to the high volume of applications received for the Chief of Police position, priority will be given to applicants who apply by 4:00 PM on Wednesday, January 7th. The position will remain open until filled.
Apply: Apply today! While Police Department applications are typically accepted only through the department’s website, applications for this position will be accepted through the Town of Berlin’s website. Qualified candidates should submit a confidential Town of Berlin employment application, including an uploaded résumé and professional references. Once submitted, that information will be sent directly to the Town’s Human Resources Director, Kelsey Jensen. Please email kjensen@berlinmd.gov with any questions. Printable applications can be found online at www.berlinmd.gov or can be picked up at 10 William Street Berlin, MD 21811. EOE/M/F/V/D.
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