POLICE CHIEF
City of Umatilla, Oregon

First Review: October 1, 2023. Final interviews scheduled the week of October 30.

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The City of Umatilla is seeking a Police Chief for this growing city of 7,630 situated along the banks of the Columbia River in Eastern Oregon, three hours east of Portland. Umatilla is known for offering scenic beauty, easy access to outdoor recreation, and a quieter lifestyle within reach of bigger cities. 
 

THE UMATILLA POLICE DEPARTMENT

The Umatilla Police Department (UPD) is an accredited organization through the Oregon Accreditation Alliance. The Department operates with an annual budget of $4.2 million and 17.75 FTEs across a service area of 5.3 miles. Staffing includes a Lieutenant, Investigator, Code Enforcement Officer, Student Resource Officer, Office Administrator, 3 Sergeants, 9 Patrol Officers, and a full-time and a part-time support staff member. Recent calls for service include 9,833 in 2021, and 8,469 in 2022. The City is currently in the process of designing a new Police Station, with the design phase scheduled to be completed in 2024 and construction anticipated to be completed either in late 2026 or early 2027. 

WHY APPLY 

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the leadership team to lead a small Eastern Oregon city through exponential growth in the coming years. City leaders are committed to keeping Umatilla's small-town values and charm while the city continues to grow. The City government works as a team across all levels, including department directors, City Manager, and City Council. The City’s overall budget has grown 10-fold in the past 9 years and has very healthy reserves. The Police Department has strong support from the community. This is an excellent opportunity to bring fresh ideas, creative thinking, proven experience, and advocacy skills to maintain service levels and meet the challenges of a growing city. 

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For questions on this position, please contact:

Tim Troxel
GMP Consultants
Tim@gmphr.com
(206) 696-4542