Community, Management, Government Affairs

Spanning approximately 19 square miles and boasting a population of 17,636, the City of Taylor is an innovative city in eastern Williamson County, Texas, one of the fastest growing areas in the nation. Being a short 30-minute drive to downtown Austin, Taylor is conveniently located to the capital city and all it has to offer, but the overall cost of living and home prices in Taylor are some of the lowest in the Greater Austin Area.

In the coming years, Samsung will finish construction of a $25 Billion Chip Manufacturing Plant and the University of Texas will be building a technology campus in Taylor.

We’re a community well-known worldwide for our barbecue, historic downtown, rich culture, and visionary leadership. Taylor’s historic downtown is the cultural hub of the city, with an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and service offerings in a walkable, old town atmosphere. Taylor is proud to boast its expansive park system, totaling 250 acres connected by 11 miles of trail, with amenities including swimming pools, walking trails, lakes, basketball courts, playgrounds, splash pads, skate park, disc golf course, and the Taylor Regional Park and Sports Complex, a state-of-the-art sports facility that hosts many national tournaments.

The City of Taylor operates as a council-manager form of government with an elected city council comprised of five council members, four of whom elected from single member districts and one member elected at-large. Each year council members elect from among their number a mayor and a mayor pro tem.

Taylor is a Home Rule city, which means that the council can enact legislation, adopt budgets, and determine policies, subject only to limitations imposed by the state constitution and the city charter. The city council is also guided by an ethics policy and a council relations policy to ensure an ongoing commitment to preserving the integrity of local government.

The Police Chief serves as the City’s senior law enforcement executive, reporting to the City Manager and leading all functions of the Police Department to ensure the safety, security, and peace of the community. This role provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for all police operations including patrol, investigations, communications, records, animal services, training, and support services, and ensures alignment with City goals and professional policing standards.

The Police Chief works collaboratively with residents, City departments, community organizations, and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to deliver effective public safety services, build community trust, and foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and service within the Department.

• Lead, manage, and direct all operations of the Police Department, including patrol, criminal investigations, crime prevention, intelligence, traffic enforcement, evidence and property control, communications, and support services.
• Establish, implement, and enforce policies, procedures, and standards for law enforcement operations, professional conduct, ethics, equipment and property management, and interagency relations.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, training, development, and evaluation of personnel; assign work, provide ongoing coaching, and ensure a high-performing, professional workforce.
• Direct, evaluate, and continuously improve training programs, including department-wide training, specialized instruction, and in-service development initiatives.
• Manage internal affairs functions, including discipline, conduct expectations, internal investigations, and recommendations related to disciplinary action and terminations.
• Model and reinforce a culture of professionalism, accountability, community-oriented policing, and dedication to public service across all ranks.
• Plan, develop, and administer the department’s annual budget; authorize expenditures, manage purchasing and capital needs, and ensure cost-effective operations.
• Build strong relationships with the community; respond to citizen concerns, inquiries, and complaints with transparency and a customer-service mindset.
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