Town of Bedford, Massachusetts - Chief of Police

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The Town of Bedford is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking, and community-focused leader to serve as its next Chief of Police. The successful candidate will lead a well-trained, professional department dedicated to excellence in service, community engagement, and public trust.

THE CANDIDATE

The next Chief of Police must be approachable, visible, and deeply engaged with the community. The successful candidate will actively connect with residents and stakeholders in both formal and informal settings, building strong partnerships and encouraging open dialogue.

As a key member of the Town’s leadership team, the Chief of Police will be a collaborative leader with demonstrated executive experience, exceptional communication skills, and a strong commitment to public safety and service. The Chief of Police must be responsive, empathetic, and capable of addressing the needs and concerns of an informed, engaged and diverse community.

The ideal candidate will also bring:

  • Extensive law enforcement experience, including command-level leadership.
  • A commitment to community policing and public engagement
  • Strong decision-making, interpersonal, and organizational leadership skills
  • A history of ethical leadership and professional development of staff

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Bedford offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package with a salary of range of 200,000 - 230,000 commensurate with qualifications. Additional benefits include group health insurance, dental insurance and an optional employee paid supplemental health plan. The town also offers an optional employee paid 457(b) deferred compensation plan and paid vacation, holidays, personal and sick days. 

Interested applicants should email a cover letter and résumé as a single PDF file to the Bedford Human Resources Director Elizabeth Gouveia at [email protected]. Cover letters and resumes should be received by 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026. 

The Town of Bedford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Chief of Police / Charlestown, New Hampshire

The Town of Charlestown, NH is seeking a progressive, community-oriented Police Chief to lead its full-service police department consisting of five (5) full-time officers, two (2) part-time officers, and four (4) full-time dispatchers. With approximately 4,800 residents, Charlestown is a quintessential New England community of 38 square miles on a border shared with Vermont in southwest New Hampshire along the Connecticut River.  Charlestown has easy access to I-91 and is just minutes from Claremont and is 34 miles south of Lebanon with its cultural, medical, and educational assets of Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth College. The Town is governed by a five (5) member Selectboard. 

A bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Police Administration or related field is preferred. At least five (5) years in progressively responsible law enforcement supervisory or command positions, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is preferred. Salary range to $100,000; starting salary commensurate with qualifications. Excellent benefits.

Though residency is not required, there is a high expectation of community understanding and engagement by the Chief of Police that demonstrates partnership with the Town. A reasonable commuting distance is expected. Charlestown is an equal opportunity employer. 

For further information potential candidates are directed to the Municipal Resources, Inc. website at www.mrigov.com/career or to contact Sean Kelly, Director of Police Services, Municipal Resources Inc., at 603-279-0352, x321.

To apply submit a resume and cover letter, in confidence, as a PDF attachment to [email protected]by 8 AM EDT on Monday, January 12th, 2026.

Police Chief / Town of Belmont, Massachusetts

Belmont, Mass., (pop. 27,295 (2020)) seeks a Police Chief with unquestioned integrity, a thorough knowledge of police administration and proven management and leadership skills. Works as a “strong police chief”, Chapter 41, Section 97A, under the direction of a three-member Select Board. 

The Police Department’s FY27 budget is $8.25 million; including 48 sworn officers, 9 dispatchers, 7 crossing guards and 1.5 parking control officers. 

Applicants will have a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field, a Master’s Degree is preferred; minimum of ten (10) years supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience at the rank of lieutenant or higher. 

Salary $200,000 - $230,000 DOQ. Belmont is an equal opportunity employer. 

A detailed job description and hiring rubrics can be found on our website here. Submit a cover letter and resume, in confidence, via email in a single PDF, by 4:00 p.m. EST, January 16, 2026, to: [email protected]. Subject: Belmont Police Chief.

Police Chief / Town of Bolton, Massachusetts

The Town of Bolton (pop. 5,800), situated along the busy Route 117/495 corridor and home to Nashoba Regional High School, is seeking a seasoned, community-focused Law Enforcement leader to serve as our next Police Chief.

Bolton’s Police Department operates with a FY26 budget of $1.8M and includes one Lieutenant, three Sergeants, seven full-time Officers, six part-time Officers, the Animal Control Officer, and one administrative professional. Bolton has a modern Public Safety Facility and is a member of Nashoba Valley Regional Dispatch District.

Appointed by the Select Board and working in close partnership with the Town Administrator, the Chief oversees all aspects of department administration, operations, and personnel management. This role requires a leader who can foster productive relationships with sworn and civilian staff, the Police union, regional partners including dispatch, and the broader community while ensuring that departmental priorities align with Bolton’s mission and public safety needs.

The ideal candidate brings a proven record of leadership, sound judgment, and integrity; exceptional communication skills; and the ability to collaborate effectively with elected and appointed officials, fellow department heads, federal/state/local agencies, and the residents we serve.
Total Anticipated Compensation Package: $124,000 - $148,000.

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