Granville Township is conducting a search to fill the position of Chief of Police. The Township is located in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania. The Township has a population of 4,638 residents and includes a total area of 40.9 square miles. The Granville Township Police Department currently employs 8 full-time officers and 1 part-time administrative positions.
The Chief of Police is responsible for supervising all police personnel, and will accordingly plan, schedule, coordinate, and direct their activity. The Chief of Police is also responsible for protecting the lives and property of Township citizens, preventing crime and enforcing all applicable laws and ordinances within the Township’s boundaries.
The successful candidate must have at least 10 years of law enforcement experience including 2 years of law enforcement supervisory experience.
The successful candidate:
- Must be well versed in policy development and implementation
- Experienced in developing and maintaining constructive and collaborative relationships with the local media
- Must be a skilled communicator and relationship builder with both internal and external customers.
- Skilled in budget development and management. Is a good steward of the tax payer’s dollar, is creative in resource development and advocacy for his/her agency, and utilizes progressive and innovative public safety strategies despite budget constraints.
- Has a proven track record of developing and supporting staff to achieve excellence through increased training, education, responsibility productivity, morale and retention
- Experienced in working with small agencies, with both full and part-time employees
- Knowledgeable in 21st century policing methods, is a proven team player with working relationships with other municipal agencies.
- Reaches out to staff and citizens alike by being accessible, engaged and visible within the community and the police agency.
- Develops and maintains collaborative partnerships with community organizations, other area municipalities, nonprofit organizations, social service providers and mental health services in order to leverage resources and maximize quality of life opportunities.
The successful candidate must be MPOETC/Act 120 certified or able to be certified within six (6) months and will be required to live within a 45-minute normal drive of the Township borders. The successful candidate must pass a physical and psychological examination and drug screening. A thorough background examination will be conducted. Salary for the position will be based on experience and qualifications.
Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume that includes education, experience, work history, and accomplishments. Resume and cover letter can be forwarded by email to Mary Herto, Township Manager – mary.herto@granvilletwp.org or through the regular mail and should be marked “Chief of Police.” Resume and cover letter must be received by 10/17/2025.