Chief of Police - San Antonio (TX)

About the role

The City of San Antonio seeks an accomplished police executive to lead the San Antonio Police Department through an important leadership transition.

Responsibilities

• Build trust across the department and the community
• Champion officers' professional development and well-being
• Deliver responsive and fair public safety services
• Guide the San Antonio Police Department through an important leadership transition

Requirements

• At least 10 years of professional experience in municipal police work
• At least 5 years of command-level, administrative or supervisory experience
• Experience leading in a large metropolitan environment
• Executive leadership experience in a complex policing environment
• Strong operational and administrative leadership skills
• Experience managing large organizations, budgets, and personnel
• Proven track record of building organizational trust and operational excellence
• Demonstrated commitment to officer wellness, professional development, and leadership pipeline development
• Experience building collaborative relationships across diverse communities, government partners, nonprofits, and advocacy organizations
• Knowledge of contemporary evidence-based policing practices, prevention strategies, and public safety trends
• Strong written, verbal, and public communication skills, including the ability to engage media and navigate politically complex environments
• Commitment to ethical leadership, fair and consistent accountability, and transparency
• Spanish language skills or demonstrated cultural competency in multicultural environments

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Advanced degree or executive leadership training (such as the Senior Management Institute for Police, FBI National Academy, or equivalent)

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The City of San Antonio offers a competitive executive compensation and benefits package.

Application Process

The City of San Antonio has retained the Police Executive Research Forum to conduct this national search. Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive résumé and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position, along with five professional references to San by July 15, 2026.

Contact Information

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Questions about the process may be directed to:

• Antoinette Tull: 804-640-0323
• Rebecca Neuburger: 202-997-6287

City of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer