NEW ROCHELLE, NY (August 18, 2026) — The City of New Rochelle has posted an opening for Deputy Police Commissioner, a position that reports directly to the Police Commissioner, according to the city’s job posting.
The listing, posted August 18, 2026, closes September 18, 2026, at 4 p.m. The salary range is $163,683 to $272,217, effective January 1, 2026, the posting states.
According to the job listing, the deputy commissioner plans and organizes the operations of Police Department divisions, including patrol, investigations, staff services, community affairs and youth affairs, under the general direction of the Police Commissioner. The role also includes maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information received from the Police Commissioner and implementing and maintaining operational controls and procedures, the posting states.
Other listed duties include overseeing the selection, deployment, assignment and evaluation of department personnel; directing and maintaining division discipline and ensuring compliance with department policies; overseeing training activities and recommending revisions to the Police Commissioner; and supervising the processing of employee grievances, disciplinary actions and sick and injury cases, according to the posting.
The deputy commissioner also participates in the development and preparation of the Police Department budget, establishes working relationships with city departments, criminal justice agencies, community organizations and the public, prepares reports and recommendations as directed by the Police Commissioner, and participates in public information and community education programs addressing law enforcement issues, the listing states. The role additionally includes reviewing department records and conducting inspections to evaluate personnel efficiency and operational conditions, and reviewing and maintaining files of incident reports initiated by the Special Investigation Unit, according to the posting.
Minimum qualifications for the position are a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public administration or a closely related field, along with eight years of law enforcement experience in an administrative and/or supervisory capacity, the posting states.
The mission of the New Rochelle Police Department, according to the city, is to provide a professional, community-oriented police service designed to protect life and property and maintain order while assuring fair and equal treatment to all.
Candidates were directed to send a resume and cover letter to Michelle Oliveros, HR Commissioner, at CivilService@newrochelleny.gov by Friday, September 18, according to the posting.
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