Welcome to the City of the Four Freedoms
the City of Madison
The City of Madison, with a population of just over 3,000, was designated as one of the “Best Little Towns in Florida” by VISIT FLORIDA, and serves as the county seat for county government. For over 60 years, the city has served as home for North Florida Community College and as an out-campus for St. Leo University. Downtown Madison is filled with quaint gift shops, antique stores, outdoor shops and nice eateries. The downtown area is overflowing with classic 150 to nearly 200 year old homes and buildings.
In the heart of downtown Madison is Four Freedoms Park. The park is a beautifully landscaped city-block area containing a large gazebo and the Four Freedoms monument. This famous monument honors Colin P. Kelley, a former Madison County resident, recognized as the first U.S. hero of World War II and awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his bravery and valor in combat.
Madison is a Military Family and Community Covenant city. The Covenant is a public affirmation and pledge to support military personnel, military families, and veterans.
“The City of the Four Freedoms”
Job Opening – Police Chief
General Description
Responsible management, administrative and technical police work in the direction of personnel and activities of the police department. The Chief of Police is directly accountable to the City Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plans organize and direct all activities of the police department.
- Formulates goals and policy for the department.
- Appraises crime prevention and law enforcement problems of the city, develops efficient police solutions and adjusts departmental methods to meet new situations and to improve existing operations and effectiveness.
- Controls expenditures of departmental appropriations and prepares departments’ budget.
- Supervises in the training of members of the police force.
- Advises and assists police officers in non-routine criminal or other investigations.
- Receives and disposes of complaints.
- Attends, conducts and addresses meetings at public gatherings to explain activities and functions of the police department and to establish favorable public relations.
- Cooperates with State and Federal officers in the apprehension and detention of wanted persons and other agencies where activities of the police department are involved.
- Performs routine administrative functions.
- Selects, assess and makes decisions on hiring, promoting, terminations and other disciplinary actions.