The City of Rolla, MO (pop 20,423) is recruiting its next Police Chief to continue the City’s high level professional service to the Rolla community. The Police Chief serves as the leader of the sixty men and women providing service and is expected to lead with integrity, respect, fairness and accountability. The Chief will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the 38-sworn officers as well as overseeing support operations such as Animal Control Division and Communications. The Chief will also work closely with the Missouri University of Science & Technology police department and will be a regional collaborator and leader.

Qualified applicants should possess at least five years of progressive supervisory experience with extensive knowledge of police principles and budgeting.  A Bachelor’s Degree or FBI National Academy experience or equivalent is required and a Master’s degree is strongly preferred. 

Salary range of $87,485 – 121,091 plus excellent benefits. The City of Rolla is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reserves the right to reject any and all applications.  All submissions will be held in confidence.

For further questions regarding this position, please contact Keith Riesberg, Rolla City Administrator.  Application deadline is April 3, 2026. A cover letter and resume with references must be submitted electronically to:

Rolla City Hall, Attn: Job Opening Police Chief, Email: admin@rollacity.org

Position profile available at www.rollacity.gov

(Post Date: 3/9/26)