Description

Chief of Police
Minneapolis, Minnesota

A national search is underway for an accomplished, collaborative, and strategic law enforcement executive to serve as the next Chief of Police for the City of Minneapolis. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead one of the nation's most recognized municipal police departments while helping shape the future of public safety in a vibrant, diverse, and progressive community.

The Minneapolis Police Department serves approximately 425,000 residents across 59 square miles with an annual operating budget of $229 million and an authorized workforce of 969 employees, including 731 sworn positions. Reporting to the Commissioner of Community Safety, the Chief oversees all department operations and works collaboratively with City leadership, community stakeholders, and local, state, and federal partners to strengthen public safety, organizational performance, and public confidence.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic executive with exceptional organizational leadership and law enforcement expertise. They will have a demonstrated record of leading organizational change, managing complex operations, improving organizational performance and operational effectiveness, and strengthening constitutional policing. The Chief will build trusted partnerships, develop high-performing employees, strengthen organizational culture, promote accountability and continuous improvement, and lead with integrity, sound judgment, humility, resilience, emotional intelligence, and political acumen. The successful candidate will continue implementation of the Minnesota Department of Human Rights Settlement Agreement and advance the City's commitment to the proposed federal consent decree while strengthening public confidence in the Minneapolis Police Department.

The City of Minneapolis offers a highly competitive executive compensation package with an annual salary range of $289,941 to $340,938. Placement within the range will reflect the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. A comprehensive executive benefits package is provided.

Candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a résumé, cover letter, and professional references to apply@publicsectorsearch.com. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established. Initial review of applications is anticipated on August 31, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. The complete position profile and brochure can be viewed here.

Confidential inquiries regarding the position and recruitment process should be directed to:

Ronald J. Walsh Jr.
Senior Consultant
Chief of Police (Ret.)
Public Sector Search & Consulting, Inc.
ron@publicsectorsearch.com
(516) 672-5031 cell
(916) 789-9990 office
www.publicsectorsearch.com