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66 N. Lassen Street, Susanville, CA 96130

admin@cityofsusanville.org | www.cityofsusanville.org

APPLICATIONS DUE: JANUARY 31, 2024 BY 4:00 P.M.

to be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit a cover

letter, resume, and City Standard Application in person, by email to

hwhitlock@cityofsusanville.org, or by mail to the following address:

City of Susanville, 66 N. Lassen St., Susanville, CA 96130. Standard

applications and more information about this position (including job

description) can be found on the human resources page of the city's

website: www.cityofsusanville.org

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Working together to engage our unique and diverse
population to build a community of the highest

quality for present and future generations.

the city of susanville is an equal opportunity employer

Salary & Benefits:

Public
Safety Chief

Invites Applications For The Position Of:

The city of Susanville provides excellent benefits including financial

support towards continuing education, longevity pay, paid State Disability

Insurance (SDI), as well as the following benefits:

ANNUAL SALARY $106,480 - $149,828 placement within this range is

dependent on qualifications and experience.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: 90/10 plan provided through

Anthem Blue Cross as well as Dental and Vision coverage. The policy

covers employee, spouses, and any eligible dependents, with the current

employee contribution of $46 per month.

Life Insurance: $25,000 term life insurance policy

Deferred Compensation Plan: Voluntary plans available including IRS

Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan with city contribution of $40 per pay

period.

Flexible Benefits: $400 annually

General Leave:

holidays: 14 paid holidays

vacation: accrued at 136 hours in first year of service; 160 hours

after five years of service; 200 hours after ten years of service; 240

after fifteen full years of service

management leave: 80 hours per fiscal year

sick leave: 3.69 hours accrued per pay period for a total of 12 days

per year

Retirement: The city participates in the California Public Employees'

Retirement System (CalPERS). For classis members the benefit level is 3%

at 50 with a contribution rate of 9% of gross pay per period. For new

members (PEPRA), the benefit level is 2.7% at 57 with a current employee

contribution rate of 13.75% of gross salary per pay period.

Public Safety Chief City of Susanville
About the Organization: Susanville is a full

service city offering its employees fulfilling

work in a progressive environment.

Civic Engagement: Working for the city of

Susanville allows you to actively contribute

to the well-being and development of your

local community. You can play a direct role in

shaping and improving city's services,

infrastructure, and quality of life for its residents.

Variety of Roles and Opportunities: The city of Susanville

employs individuals across a wide range of departments and

functions, including administration, public safety, public works,

planning, recreation, and more. This provides diverse job

experiences and the potential to explore different areas of interest

or develop specialized skills.

Collaboration and Teamwork: The city of Susanville fosters a

collaborative work environment, encouraging teamwork and

cooperation among employees. you will have the opportunity to

work alongside colleagues who share a common goal of serving our

community, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose.

Professional Development: The city of Susanville provides

opportunities for professional growth and development through

training programs, workshops, and educational support. These

initiatives can help you enhance your skills, acquire new

knowledge, and advance your career within the organization.

Employee Support and Recognition: The city of Susanville has

policies and programs in place to support its employees' well-being

and recognize their contributions. This includes employee

assistance programs, wellness initiatives, employee appreciation

events, and recognition for outstanding performance.

ABOUT THE POSITION: The public safety chief is the administrative head of

the city’s public safety departments which includes the Susanville Police

Department, Susanville Fire Department, and the Public Safety Administrative

Department. This exciting opportunity will provide the successful candidate

with an opportunity to build and grow excellent public safety services within

the city of Susanville.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can build and foster

interagency relationships through collaboration and effective leadership.

The successful candidate will promote the department’s efforts to

actively and meaningfully engage all members of the Susanville

community through easy to access and simple to understand methods.

To learn more about this job opportunity and view a complete job
description, visit the Human Resources page on the city's website:

www.cityofsusanville.org
20240104

The public safety chief will manage the city’s public safety programs

providing law enforcement, crime prevention, fire suppression, emergency

preparedness, emergency medical services, and other services related to the

protection of life and property in the city of Susanville. The Public Safety

Chief will oversee the Public Safety Administrative Department which has 3

full-time positions including the Public Safety Chief; the Susanville Police

Department which has 20 full-time positions, 17 sworn and 3 non-sworn; and

the Susanville Fire Department has 8 full-time positions.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Must possess a valid California Class C driver's

license, or ability to possess prior to

appointment, and have a satisfactory driving

record.

Must we be a sworn peace officer within

California or have the ability to obtain peace

officer status in California prior to appointment.

Must have experience and training as a

firefighter.

Must possess a Bachelor’s degree from an

accredited college or university in Police Science,

Fire Science, Public Administration, Political

Science, or a closely related field.