Description

CHIEF OF POLICE

The City of Firebaugh is located northwest of Fresno off Highway 33.
Incorporated in 1914, Firebaugh has grown from ferry crossing to a small
agriculture-based city. Before the railroad, the San Joaquin River was the
major thoroughfare to upstream communities. The City of Firebaugh
operates as a general law city with a City Council/City Manager form of
government.

The City of Firebaugh Police Department is committed to providing excellent
police service to those who live in, work in, or visit the city. Under the general
direction of the City Council, the Chief of Police performs highly responsible
administrative and professional work organizing, planning, coordinating, and
directing all activities of the Police Department. Currently, the department
has 12 sworn officers, 4 full-time dispatchers, one records supervisor, and 2
part-time dispatchers who work hand in hand with the community to ensure
the quality of life in Firebaugh is maintained and enhanced. The department
operates on a general fund budget of $2.7 million, in a new police station.

The City of Firebaugh is seeking an innovative, community focused, and
dynamic law enforcement professional to serve as its next Chief of Police. The
ideal candidate should have:
- Ten (10) years of responsible law enforcement experience five (5) years of management or supervisory experience in a municipal police department or county sheriff organization.

The ideal candidate will be a visible, approachable leader who is deeply
committed to community engagement and upholding the highest standards
of integrity and ethics. The new chief will build meaningful relationships
with residents, elected officials, and community partners. A strong advocate
for transparency and trust. The new chief will champion an inclusive,
service-oriented culture throughout the department, ensuring that every
member of the community feels seen, heard, and protected.

Filing Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Annual Salary: $95,197 - $127,573 negotiable
(Salary placement dependent upon qualifications and experience)

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or equivalent (preferred)
• Minimum age of 21 years
• Valid California Driver's License
• Ten (10) years of responsible law enforcement experience
• Five (5) years of management or supervisory experience in a municipal police department or county sheriff's organization
• P.O.S.T. Advance, Supervisory, or Management Certificate

Selection Process:
The selection process may include application screening, panel interviews, background investigation,
psychological evaluation, medical examination, and other assessments as determined by the City.

Additional Benefits:
• Take-home use of city-owned vehicle
• City-issued cell phone
• CalPERS Medical: If one of the (4) least expensive medical plans, the City pays 80% and the
Employee pays 20% of the Monthly Premium for the employee and dependents. Employees with
health insurance coverage from a non-city source may elect to receive payment in lieu of
coverage in the amount of $350 per month
• Dental Coverage: City will pay 90%, and employee pays 10% of the monthly premium
• Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• CalPERS Retirement
• Vacation leave - begins 100 hours per year
• Paid Holidays - 15 days per year
• Sick leave - 12 days per year
• Admin leave - 80 hours per year
• Employee Assistance Program available for employees and eligible family members

Application can be obtained at City Hall, or website: www.firebaugh.org

City of Firebaugh
1133 P Street
Firebaugh Ca. 93622
Phone: (559) 659-2043/ Fax: (559) 659-3412