Chief of Police

The Port Gamble S’Klallam Public Safety Department is comprised of Police and Natural Resources Enforcement (NRE) to prevent & reduce crime; protect the health, safety, & welfare of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe’s people and property; and to enforce treaty rights regulations to help sustain natural resources. The Chief of Police is responsible for leading the Agency in a healthy work culture and ensuring nobility and credibility of the Profession. The Chief develops strategic plans while directing and administering the law enforcement function for the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe. This responsibility includes enforcing Tribal ordinances, and State law in compliance with an Interlocal Agreement with Kitsap County, managing department personnel, and the resources and budget of the department, including the grant application and compliance process. The Chief also establishes and maintains positive relations within the Department, the Tribal community, and state and federal agencies. An awareness of and sensitivity to cultural diversity is an essential component of this position. This position is required to respond to emergency situations after hours, during closures, on weekends, and during holidays as needed. The Chief of Police reports directly to the Administrative Director of Judicial Services.