Applications being accepted for police chief

Applications are now being accepted for the role of Blaine police chief.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by March 24, when a first review will be conducted. The position will remain open until it is filled.

The successful applicant will earn between $110,000 and $118,500 plus benefits.

The search is being conducted by the Prothman Company, the consulting firm that the city paid to help with the search for former police chief Allen Schubert.

The Prothman Company is based in Issaquah, Washington and specializes in providing national and regional executive recruitment services to large and small cities, counties, special districts, nonprofits and other governmental agencies throughout the United States.

The city’s contract with the company included an 18-month warranty, meaning if the person hired does not stay in the position for at least 18 months, for any reason, the company will conduct the search again at no charge.

Schubert held the position for just over 160 days.

Requirements for the position include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, public administration or a related field, and 10 years of increasingly responsible law enforcement experience including at least five years of senior command and management experience.

Applications, supplemental questions, resumes and cover letters will only be accepted electronically. To apply online, go to prothman.com, click on “submit your application” and follow the directions provided.