In the event of a vacancy in the office of Chief of Police, Borough
Council shall nominate a person to fill the position and, in writing, request
that the Commission certify the nomination by subjecting the nominee to a
noncompetitive examination administered by the Commission.
Any person seeking appointment to the position of Chief of Police shall
meet all of the following minimum requirements:
A. The nominee shall have a minimum of 10 years' full-time
law enforcement experience.
B. If the nominee is not a current full-time member of the
Borough of Catasauqua Police Department, he/she must meet all qualifications
of the entry level police officer position.
C. The nominee shall demonstrate leadership ability to deliver
and supervise the work of subordinates.
D. The nominee shall be medically fit and able to perform
all of the essential functions of a police officer as set forth in these rules
and regulations and any the job related functions of Chief of Police.