The City of Burlingame is a dynamic suburb of 30,000 people located on the San Francisco Peninsula. Embracing a collaborative and guardian style approach to policing, the Burlingame Police Department is supported by 60 personnel, including 40 sworn officers, and a FY24-25 budget of approximately $24 million.
Burlingame is seeking a visionary policing professional who thrives in a small to mid-size organization and is committed to high standards and superior service delivery. The ideal candidate will be a highly engaged leader who is energized by ongoing engagement with members of the department as well as the community. They will be highly attentive to an organizational culture that values people. Competitive candidates will bring a minimum of 5 years of increasingly responsible law enforcement experience, including at least 2 years at a level comparable to rank of Captain. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
The salary range goes up to $273,666 and is supplemented by a generous benefits package that includes the potential to earn up to $1,034 per month with possession of a POST Executive Certificate. Closes at 11:59 pm on Sunday, March 23, 2025.
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Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an exceptional professional who thrives leading in a small-mid-size organization where meaningful employee and community engagement and superior service delivery are paramount. This outstanding individual will have a history of successfully managing diverse teams and driving initiatives to improve public safety and build departmental and community trust. The candidate selected will be a respected mentor who approaches opportunities to develop talent with encouraging enthusiasm and empathy. They will bring an attractive breadth of local law enforcement experience and best practices that reflects an impressive level of operational and administrative expertise. A track record of ensuring efficient, effective, and ethical policing practices along with experience working productively with labor groups will also be expected. The individual selected will become a member of a highly collaborative executive team that is devoted to collectively making a difference. To be a good fit in Burlingame, department heads must confidently perform at the top of their game while exercising humility and a healthy sense of humor. Further, a track record that reflects a commitment to diversity and inclusivity will align well with Burlingame’s values.
Closing Date/Time: 3/23/2025 at 11:59pm
