JACKSON TOWNSHIP CHIEF OF POLICE POSITION

The Jackson Township Board of Supervisors is accepting applications for the position of Chief of Police. The successful candidate will possess a demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in modern operational police practice and must have served at least fifteen (15) years in law enforcement and possess supervisory experience in a law enforcement agency. Candidates must have documented experience in personnel management, police administration, civil/criminal investigations, departmental budgeting and other applicable specialized trainings. The ability to work cooperatively with elected officials, municipal administration, citizens and civic leaders is required. Applications may be obtained at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, 1275 Huntsville Road, Jackson Township, PA 18708. Due to COVID-19, please call (570) 675-8371 Ext # 4 to make arrangements to obtain an application. The deadline for applications is March 12, 2021. Jackson Township is an equal opportunity employer.

About Jackson Township

As chairman of the board of supervisors, I would like to welcome you to our website. As a lifelong resident, it is my great pleasure to introduce you to our community and our Township form of government. Township government is the oldest form of government in the united states dating back to the 17th century, Jackson Township is run by a three-member board of supervisors elected at large for a six year term. Years ago, Township supervisors were mainly in charge of maintaining Township roads and plowing snow in the winter. Today as the needs of our residents have grown, so has the role and responsibility of Township supervisors. From public safety to emergency services to environmental protection Township supervisors, assume an ever greater role in providing services to the citizens of Jackson Township. The board of supervisors serves as the legislative body, setting policy, enacting ordinances, adopting budgets and levying taxes. The board of supervisors also performs the executive functions such as enforcing ordinances, approving expenditures and hiring employees. A supervisor may also serves on many committees within the community and county to better serve their community and residence. I certainly hope this brief overview of how Jackson Township works will make you feel right at home in Jackson Township.