Population: Approximately 47,0361
Area: 27.7 square miles
Budget: FY25 Police Budget $13,523,383
Annual Police Calls for Service: 38,057 for 2024
Police Department Size: 81 Authorized sworn officers, 26 civilian support staff
Unions: No police union. Officers are members of the North Dakota Fraternal Order of Police
About Minot: Minot, known as "The Magic City," is a city in Ward County, North Dakota. It is widely known for the Air Force base approximately 15 miles north of the city. Minot is a trading center for a large part of northern North Dakota, southwestern Manitoba, and southeastern Saskatchewan.
The Position: The Police Department values respect, cooperation, and community involvement. The next Chief of Police will uphold these values, maintain high professional standards, and engage with the community. The ideal candidate will be an innovative thinker with substantial managerial experience in law enforcement, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Uphold community engagements and maintain high professional standards.
- Incorporate community members into law enforcement strategies.
- Foster a positive organizational culture and bolster department morale.
- Identify potential challenges and propose innovative solutions.
Qualifications:
- Proven success in a comparable community with a commitment to health and wellness.
- Strong grasp of municipal law enforcement methods.
- Ability to develop positive relationships with various stakeholders.
- Exceptional communication skills and ability to inspire department and public trust.
- Skilled in negotiation and consensus-building.
- Respected mentor with the ability to develop high-quality staff.
- Ability to attract and retain a diverse staff.
- Strategic thinker open to new approaches and technologies.
- Excellent financial management skills and knowledge of capital planning.
- Highest level of honesty and integrity.
Areas for the Next Chief of Police:
- Employee Health and Wellness: The next chief must have a strong focus for the employees’ health and wellness. Training all staff in the importance of taking care of themselves and others is critical to the wellbeing of the department. A police chief that has a demonstrated history of health and wellness programs is highly desired.
- Recruitment and Retention: Despite minimal vacancies, it is critical for the incoming Chief to sustain and enhance the positive organizational culture that retains talent at Minot PD. A strategic focus on external recruitment will be essential, with an emphasis on implementing effective strategies to attract top-tier police personnel.
- Technology: The city is committed to technological advancement and must persist in this direction. Identifying technologies that enhance operational efficiency is crucial for our ongoing success.
- Succession Planning: The Minot PD boasts a wealth of talent. The key challenge lies in retaining this talent and strategically placing individuals where they can excel. The next Chief must acknowledge the team’s capabilities and proactively support their career advancement.
- Leading: The Chief shall cultivate an environment prioritizing transparency and open communication. Demonstrate a thorough grasp of effective leadership principles and their practical application. Consistently offer feedback, ensuring staff are aware of their performance in relation to department standards. Recognize and reward exceptional work. Actively motivate and direct the team towards achieving the city’s goals and objectives.
- Service to the Underrepresented Communities: The department has successfully reached underserved communities, addressing previously overlooked needs. The next chief should ensure visibility in these areas, not solely for enforcement, but to foster a role of active engagement and guardianship within the community.
- Creativity: Consistently explore innovative methodologies, policies, and procedures to boost department and city efficiency. Demonstrate creativity and open-mindedness in roles and tasks, welcoming changes that drive towards achieving set goals and objectives.
- Employee / Labor Relations: Actively works to build and sustain positive relationships with all staff members, valuing their input and addressing their concerns effectively. Cultivate a workplace founded on mutual respect.
Salary and Application: The salary range for this position is $117,049-$173,760 dependent on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The city offers an excellent benefits package. Candidates must be licensed by the State of North Dakota POST Board or be able to become licensed within the first six months of employment. A bachelor’s degree and advanced law enforcement training is desired. All applications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Interested candidates should apply online at www.GovHRjobs.com by April 11th, 2025, with a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least five (5) professional references. Any questions please contact MGT Senior Consultant Jon Fehlman, Tel: 847-380-3240 X 142 or MGT Senior Consultant Marc Hornstein, Tel: 847-380-3240 X 178.
The City of Minot embraces diversity. The city is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, color, genetic information, marital status, or sexual orientation. Veteran’s Preference will not apply due to the executive level of the position and application materials may be subject to disclosure under North Dakota Open Meetings Law.
