Chief of Police - Town of Morrisville, NC ID- 9145
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Recruitment BrochureYou could be the next Chief of Police of the Town of Morrisville, NC Police Department if you…Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with residents of diverse cultural and backgrounds, , and tenure in a community that is rapidly growing and evolving.Are diplomatic and effective in advocating for the needs of the department and employees.Have a track record of building trusting community and interagency relationships.Are interested in implementing innovative and creative approaches to recruitment and retention.Are engaging and inclusive of staff perspectives in Departmental decision-making.The Town of Morrisville is seeking a Chief of Police who will be a visionary and collaborative leader with a focus on engaging members of a diverse community, increasing regional partnerships, using technology and data to meet public safety goals, and being an enthusiastic advocate for the Department’s resource needs.
The next Chief is expected to be engaged both internally and externally, trusting his or her staff to manage incidents while being skillful in fostering effective relationships with the community, elected officials, Town administration, as well as the command staff, supervisors, officers, civilian members of the department, and partners in multi-jurisdictional agreements.About the Community: Morrisville’s population has increased from around 5,000 residents in 2000 to over 32,500 in 2024, making it one of the fastest-growing towns in North Carolina. It has become one of the most racially diverse communities in the state, with a racial composition that is 46% Asian/Indian, 35 % White, 10% African American, % Hispanic or Latino, and 6% Two or More Races, as well as one of the most affluent, with a median household income of $125,000, nearly double the statewide median of $70,804. With an area of approximately 10 square miles and located in Wake County between Raleigh and Durham in the Research Triangle region, Morrisville is nestled between the beaches and the mountains of NC with a year-round temperate climate.
The region offers multiple universities, major corporations, medical centers, museums, theaters, and outdoor activities. Morrisville is in the heart of the Research Triangle, with access to employment centers like Research Triangle Park and major transportation hubs such as Interstates 40, 885, 85, 540, Raleigh-Durham International Airport, and the state capital. Morrisville has quickly established itself as a hub for bio-manufacturing and life sciences in its McCrimmon Parkway corridor, and the town is often mentioned in discussions with Boston and San Francisco as a leader in supporting these industries. “Live Connected. Live Well.” is the Town’s motto. When surveyed, residents communicated that they value the connection they feel in the Town - the connection they have to global businesses, opportunities, parks, open space, and most importantly, each other. Morrisville is a place to gather, talk with neighbors, and engage with Town leaders. It is a warm and welcoming community.
The community embraces small-town ideals with the conveniences and amenities of a metropolitan city available in town or with easy access nearby.Recognized as an All-America City by the National Civic League in June 2021, Morrisville was one of only ten communities nationwide to earn this recognition. Morrisville’s many accolades include the following: No. 10 Best Small City in the U.S. to Start a Business by WalletHub.com (2023). No. 5 Best Place to Live for Families by Fortune Well, a living and wellness subsidiary of Fortune.com (2022). No. 1 Best Place to Live in North Carolina in 2022 and 2021 as rated by Niche.com. No. 10 Best Place to Live in the United States (2020) and rated by Money magazine. No. 3 Best Place to Raise a Family in North Carolina (2019) and ranked by WalletHub.
About the Organization: The Town of Morrisville is governed by a seven-member Town Council using the Council/Manager form of government. The Town Council sets the policy and direction, and the Town Manager oversees the organization's day-to-day operations, which consists of a team of 246 employees across 13 departments, not including part-time and seasonal staff. The FY2025 approved budget of $59.5M is supported by a property tax rate of .35 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. The strategic focus of Morrisville is guided by the community vision established in the 2017 Connect Morrisville Strategic Plan and renewed in the 2021 update. The six strategic goals for Morrisville are Improved Transportation Mobility, Thriving Livable Neighborhoods, Engaged, Inclusive Community, Public Safety Readiness, Operational Excellence, and Economic Prosperity. A 2022 Community Survey indicated that 94% of residents think Morrisville is a good or excellent place to live. The Town also relies on its Comprehensive Transportation Plan, Land Use Plan, Capital Investment Program, and other policies adopted by the Town Council to guide its work.
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About the Department and Position: The Morrisville Police Department (MPD) is a CALEA-accredited law enforcement agency. The MPD is committed to maintaining safe and secure neighborhoods through the delivery of professional law enforcement services in partnership with its residents, businesses, and other stakeholders. MPD’s core values of courage, integrity, and professionalism serve as the foundation for providing the highest standard in services while recognizing the need to treat everyone in the community with respect and dignity. Recognizing the necessity of educating the public for the short and long-term well-being of the community, the Department sponsors an 8-week Community Police Academy to give a thorough overview of the department to interested community members.
Reporting to the Assistant Town Manager, the Chief of Police will lead a department with an approximate annual budget of $6.6 M and 49 full-time personnel who work in the divisions of Patrol Operations and Support Services, each overseen by a Captain (the full organizational chart can be found here). The next Chief will perform complex professional and administrative work in the leading, planning, implementing, and supervising of the programs and personnel of the Police Department. As a member of the Town Manager’s Leadership Team, the Chief will be responsible for helping formulate long-range goals for the organization, developing policy and procedures in support of the core values of the Town, and working collaboratively with other Town departments to effect positive change and to best serve the community through operational effectiveness and efficiency.
The Chief will regularly interact with residents, businesses, and other stakeholders, including the Town Leadership Team, the Public Safety Advisory Committee, and Town Council, to share updates on Police Department operations and to ensure a clear understanding of the perspectives of those the department serves.The next Chief must be comfortable dealing with town and organizational growth, evaluating and assessing internal and external short-term needs while establishing a long-term vision through strategic planning, and managing community issues such as meeting the cultural needs of a diverse population and the logistical factors of serving a community impacted by ongoing development.Key Position Priorities: Focusing on improving recruitment and retention, including by implementing innovative or creative solutions as well as advocating for Departmental needs.Building and maintaining relationships with other local and regional agencies to improve coordination and area public safety.Enhancing Departmental data analysis capabilities.Continuing the robust Community-Oriented Policing focus to maintain public support and productive working relationships with a diverse population.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Salary and Benefits: The hiring range is $ 155,000 – 185,000 base salary, and compensation is negotiable within the range based on experience and qualifications. Residency within 15 miles of Town limits (exception considered at the approval of the Town Manager). Information about benefits can be found here.To apply, /careers/developmentalassociates and click on the Chief of Police – Town of Morrisville, NC, title. All applications must be submitted online via the Developmental Associates application portal (link above) – NOT the Town’s employment application portal or any other external website. Resumes and cover letters must be uploaded with the application. Applicants should apply April 13, 2025, to be considered during the first round of reviews.
The hiring team will invite successful semi-finalists to participate in virtual interviews and skill evaluations on May 8-9. Candidates are encouraged to reserve these dates for virtual meetings should they be invited to participate. Direct all inquiries to hiring@developmentalassociates.com.The Town of Morrisville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Developmental Associates, LLC manages the recruitment and selection process for this position. To learn more about our selection process, /client-openings/, select “Client Openings," and scroll down to “Important Information for Applicants.Developmental Associates, LLC is managing the recruitment and selection process for this position.
