Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police
City of Sedona Sedona, AZ, US
- Location: Sedona, AZ, US
- Categories: Administration and Management, Public Safety
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Sep 24, 2025
Job Description:
Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police
Description
Summary of positionPerforms highly responsible, confidential, and complex administrative duties for the Chief of Police or designated department staff. Accomplishes a variety of recurring and non-routine administrative activities with minimal supervision relating to the composition of correspondence, coordination of management information and special events, arranging meetings and appointments, and making travel arrangements on behalf of the police personnel. Coordinates and performs a variety of confidential and complex secretarial functions; provides executive-level administrative support to the Chief of Police; schedules and coordinates meetings; prepares correspondence, reports and other documentation; processes accounts payable; assists with grants; updates and maintains department records and files; serves as a representative of the department; coordinates special projects; and performs other related duties.
Minimum qualifications
Experience
- Three years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in office management or a related field, preferably in municipal government.
Training
- Successful completion of two years of college-level course work (60 semester units) in Business or Public Administration, Secretarial Science or a directly related field desired.
- A minimum of two years of responsible administrative office experience.
- Prior executive assistant experience in a police department is highly desirable.
- Background/Polygraph/Psychological: Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation and a polygraph exam is required. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver’s License by hire date. Candidates given a conditional job offer will be required to successfully complete a psychological evaluation.
- Substance Abuse Testing: Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or control substance testing as outline in City and Police Department policies and procedures.
Awesome benefits
- 3-day weekends! 4/10 schedule
- Ninety-six hours of PTO time
- 100% City-paid health, dental and vision coverage options for employee
- Substantial contributions to health, dental and vision coverage for dependents including options for 100% paid
- Arizona State Retirement System - The City provides a 1:1 match at 12% of the employee's salary
- Paid holidays
- Generous vacation accrual rates
- City provided $50,000 group term life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Deferred compensation - Optional IRS 457 plans
The City of Sedona, located in Arizona’s stunning Red Rock Country, provides exceptional public services and creates a vibrant community for residents and visitors alike. Known for its breathtaking scenery and outdoor recreation, Sedona is a top destination for relaxation and adventure. Join our team and help preserve Sedona’s natural beauty while enhancing the quality of life for all. Our employees are at the heart of making Sedona a welcoming, inspiring place to live and visit. Be part of something remarkable.
Contact Information
City of Sedona
Human Resources
102 Roadrunner Drive
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-203-5038 or 203-5189
HumanResources@SedonaAZ.gov
The City of Sedona is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City are based on business needs; job requirements; individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status; past or present military service; or any other status protected by law or regulation.