Chief of Police
Chief of Police – City of Morrison, Illinois
The City of Morrison, Illinois is seeking qualified candidates for Chief of Police.
The City of Morrison (population 4, 085) is a community of approximately 2.46 square miles and is the county seat of Whiteside County. Two state highways intersect in Morrison; IL Rt 78 and US Rt 30.
The Morrison Police Department is a progressive agency with its mission being To Protect, To Serve, To Partner with Our Community. Along with various community services, the agency responds to approximately 4,000 Calls for Service each year. The agency is staffed with eight full-time officers and no support staff. Those eight officers include the Chief of Police, a Sergeant (Investigator), a School Resource Officer and five patrol officers. The Chief of Police is appointed by and reports to the Mayor.
Candidates must possess integrity beyond reproach, thorough knowledge of modern police administration and proven management and leadership skills. Candidates must demonstrate experience and success with establishing and maintaining relationships with public safety professionals, city officials, local businesses and the community itself.
Qualifications for Chief of Police include, at minimum, a valid driver’s license, a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university and ten years law enforcement experience with at least five years of command/supervisory experience. In lieu of the minimum qualification of a Bachelor’s degree, candidates may be considered that demonstrate extensive law enforcement experience and training. Candidates should also have experience with collective bargaining and budget management, and demonstrate effective communication skills. Successful completion of a nationally recognized advanced law enforcement administration course is preferred. Candidates must possess or have the ability to obtain Illinois Peace Officer Certification within six months of employment.
The City of Morrison offers a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement participation in IMRF, earned leave and a salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 DOQ. City of Morrison residency is required. Compliance to this residency requirement shall be within a negotiated period of time.
Any conditional offer of employment shall be subject to a background investigation. The City of Morrison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interested persons must submit a cover letter and resume by email to City Administrator Brian Melton at [email protected] no later than 12:00 pm (noon) on Monday, April 28th, 2025.
