The City of Delta and the Delta’s Police Department (DPD) have begun the process of searching for a new police chief.
After more than 40 years serving the public through the police service, Neil Dubord last week announced he is retiring. Hired to be Delta’s top cop in 2015, his last day will be Aug. 1.
The city and DPD last week issued a request for proposals for the services of an executive search firm for the purpose of the selection and hiring of a new chief constable for the DPD.
The request for bids notes that, presently, a dedicated team of over 200 officers serves the community of Delta, which boasts a population exceeding 110,000.
“Despite the growth in both population and the police force, Delta maintains a strong connection to its community. The Delta Police take pride in offering over 130 years of policing services to a community undergoing dynamic changes while upholding the enduring philosophy of ‘No Call Too Small’, resonating consistently throughout our history,” the DPD and city note.
“Over the years, the landscape of crime and criminal activity in Delta has undergone significant transformations. The Delta Police remains committed to staying attuned to evolving crime trends and patterns, strategically deploying resources to address emerging issues as communities evolve and technology and social challenges shape the nature of crime,” they add.
The chosen consultant is to, among other things, work with the city’s human resource department to develop and submit an action plan for the recruitment process, identify potential applicants through a national search, screen and shortlist resumes and present candidates to the police board, as well as conduct preliminary screening interviews with candidates and assist in the interview and selection process.
The contract to the successful firm is to be awarded by the end of May with the search to commence the first week of June.
The timing may vary and will ultimately be determined by the City of Delta, however.
