Deadline: June 30, 2026
Brighton Township, a growing and service-oriented community in Beaver County, Pennsylvania, is seeking an experienced, ethical, and community-focused professional to serve as its next Chief of Police. This position offers an outstanding leadership opportunity within a respected municipal police department that values professionalism, community engagement, officer development, and collaborative public safety partnerships.
About Brighton Township
Brighton Township is a suburban community located in central Beaver County with a strong commitment to public safety, responsible local government, and quality municipal services. The Township maintains an active and visible Police Department that provides patrol services, criminal investigations, community policing initiatives, school resource officer services, and specialized public safety partnerships throughout the community. The Department also maintains cooperative partnerships with local schools and healthcare institutions through School Resource Officer and police services agreements.
Position Overview
The Chief of Police serves as the administrative and operational leader of the Brighton Township Police Department and reports directly to the Township Manager. The Chief is responsible for the overall leadership, supervision, planning, coordination, and management of all police operations and personnel. Duties include oversight of patrol operations, criminal investigations, departmental budgeting, policy development, scheduling, personnel supervision, training, equipment management, and community relations.
The Chief is expected to maintain strong relationships with Township officials, residents, schools, emergency responders, healthcare partners, and neighboring law enforcement agencies while promoting professionalism, accountability, and public trust throughout the organization. The position is considered a working supervisor and may be expected to perform routine patrol duties, investigations and other duties as may be required of a patrol officer when needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight for all department operations, personnel, equipment, and facilities.
- Supervise and evaluate police officers and department staff while fostering professionalism, morale, and accountability.
- Develop departmental policies, procedures, schedules, and operational directives.
- Coordinate officer training and professional development initiatives.
- Oversee departmental budgeting, purchasing, fleet management, and capital planning.
- Maintain positive community relations and support community policing initiatives.
- Coordinate school resource officer programs and public safety partnerships.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, MPOETC standards, and departmental policies.
- Respond to major incidents, emergencies, and critical events as needed.
Qualifications
- Act 120 certification required.
- Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License required.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory or command-level experience preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field preferred; Master’s degree desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in leadership, personnel management, budgeting, training, and community policing.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Advanced law enforcement leadership training such as FBI National Academy, Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command, PERF, or equivalent executive-level training is highly desirable.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range is $110,000-120,000 and has an excellent benefits package. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Township provides comprehensive benefits, retirement participation, paid leave, professional development opportunities, and department-issued equipment and vehicle consistent with Township policies and agreements.
Application Process
Brighton Township is an equal opportunity employer.
Interested candidates should submit the following materials in PDF format no later than Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM:
- Cover letter with salary history
- Resume
- Three professional references
- Copies of relevant certifications and training records
Application materials should be emailed to:
Jason@DaileyOperationConsulting.com
The Township reserves the right to modify the selection process, establish additional qualifications, or reject any or all applications.