Under general supervision, is responsible for overseeing Internal Investigations, and assists the Chief of Police in research and planning, policy development, and policy accreditation. Oversees the Departmental Training, performs administrative duties such as preparing the budget for the Department, controlling expenditures, drafting rules, regulations, and procedures, and conducting investigations, and other related tasks. Supervises the activities of the Uniform Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Communications/Detention, Records, and Community Services Division. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. Reports to the Chief of Police.

Must be physically able to operate an automobile, fire equipment, police equipment and weapons, video equipment, and a variety of automated office machines, which includes a slide projector, copier, calculator, etc. Very Heavy Work must be able to exert up to one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of fifty pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of twenty pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of ten to one hundred pounds.

This is an exciting opportunity to live and work in an innovative and rapidly growing oceanfront city in South Carolina. With its nine miles of sandy ocean beach, North Myrtle Beach is part of South Carolina’s beautiful vibrant “Grand Strand.” The City of North Myrtle Beach is comprised of approximately 17 ½ square miles with a year around population of 19,000+ residents. That number swells to approximately 38,000+ during daily working hours and swells to over 100,000+ during our tourist season. Tourism is our primary industry, and we are known for our hospitable southern family beach atmosphere, nine miles of wide beaches, a wide variety of shopping opportunities, championship 18-hole golf courses, restaurants, entertainment, ocean fishing and much more.

The City of North Myrtle Beach Police Department is a mid-sized police agency comprised of 127 FTE’s, of which, 90 are sworn certified officers. The current staff includes one Police Chief, one Captain, five Lieutenants, and nine Sergeants. With a budget of almost 12 million dollars the Department supports Administrative, Operational, and Support Services Divisions which includes a full-service Dispatch and Detention Center. The Department answered 31,348 calls in 2021, averaging 2612 calls per month.

The Assistant Police Chief, under the direction of the Chief of Police, will manage, direct, and coordinate the activities of police services while exercising responsibility for enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety. The Assistant Police Chief will supervise the activities of Police Command Staff, Uniform Patrol, Detectives, Communications/Detention, Records, and Community Services. The Assistant Police Chief will also perform administrative duties such as assisting with budget preparation, controlling expenditures, drafting policies and procedures, conducting investigations and other related tasks.

The ideal candidate for the position of Assistant Police Chief should possess a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university with a major in Criminal Justice, Public/Business Administration or related field. The successful candidate should have a minimum of ten or more years of progressively responsible management experience in local government holding the rank of police captain or above.

The successful candidate may possess any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Graduation from SPI and/or the FBI National Academy is preferred.

The ideal candidate for the position of Assistant Police Chief must bring a flexible “can-do” approach to our City. Must build and maintain trust within our organization and the community, while directing and leading all Police Department operations and activities to maximize effective and efficient service to the community of North Myrtle Beach. Must be a strong, open communicator both internally and externally. Shall possess excellent leadership and management skills to include collaborative problem solving. Be a positive representative of our Police Department and City.

Successful candidate must possess a South Carolina Class I Law Enforcement certification or have the ability to obtain within one year of appointment.

Successful candidate must possess a valid South Carolina driver license or have the ability to obtain one within 90 days of appointment.

Residency requirement – the Assistant Chief of Police must reside full time within the City of North Myrtle Beach within 12 months of appointment date. Relocation expenses may be negotiated as appropriate.

In addition to submitting a City application via the website, all interested candidates shall submit the following documents to the Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police, Kelly Carpenter via kdcarpenter@nmb.us no later than 5 pm on Friday, December 9, 2022:

Compelling cover letter;

• Comprehensive resume; and
• Three professional references.

Health Insurance-Medical/Vision & Dental
Blue Cross/Blue Shield
www.southcarolinablues.com

Retirement -PEBA (PORS)
www.peba.sc.gov

Life Insurance -PEBA (PORS)

Additional Benefits:
Employee Assistance Program-Shoreline Behavioral Health
Term Life Insurance Policies-One America
Long Term Disability - One America
Educational Reimbursement
Holiday Bonus
Longevity Bonus
On-Site Medical Health Center
Wellness Program
Cancer, Hospitalization, Accident Supplemental Policies
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Time
Short Term Disability
Credit Union Membership
Paid Retiree Health Insurance Premium after 20 years of continuous service
Aquatic & Fitness Center discounted membership
Health Reimbursement Account & Flexible Spending Acoount