Tribal Police Chief

Job overview

The Tribal Police Chief role is onsite in Palmer, AK. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes pay as competitive. The chief leads the Chickaloon Native Village Tribal Police Department, whose mission is helping citizens and the community thrive. The role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for tribal policing, including staff supervision, patrol and investigations, planning, budgeting, grants, and policy compliance. Building partnerships and community trust supports public safety, Tribal sovereignty, professional standards, and accountable service.

What you'll do

• Lead and oversee Tribal Police Department operations, including staff supervision, patrol and investigations, strategic planning, budgeting, grant management, and policy compliance
• build partnerships with Tribal, local, state, and federal agencies
• represent the department at community and interagency meetings
• promote community-oriented policing
• support staff development, professional standards, and accountability.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

tribal police chief

palmer ak

chickaloon native village

tribal police

law enforcement leadership

public safety

tribal sovereignty

patrol and investigations

strategic planning

grant management

community-oriented policing

apsc certification

alaska driver’s license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) retirement plan
• 14 paid holidays
• accrued paid time off
• free training and educational opportunities
• flexible benefits package
• wellness activities.

Why this role

Tribal sovereignty and community-centered policing focus; Alaska Native and American Indian hiring preference as allowed by law; opportunities to learn Ahtna language and cultural lifeways.

About the employer

Chickaloon Native Village is hiring for this role. Industry: American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal Governments. Sector: 92.