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KRISTIAN J. KELLEY

103 Upper City Road Gilmanton,NH

Summary

Chief of Police with 27 years of municipal government experience, specializing in budget administration, personnel management, and policy writing. Demonstrated leadership in team management and collaboration with elected officials and community stakeholders to achieve town-wide objectives. Proven track record of implementing effective strategies that enhance public safety and community relations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief of Police

Gilford Police Department
Gilford, NH
06.1999 - Current
  • Directed operations of police department, enhancing overall functionality and performance.
  • Led state accreditation project, aligning departmental policies with state standards.
  • Proposed and managed operating budget of $4.5 million, ensuring strategic resource allocation.
  • Achieved 100% staffing levels, fostering a positive organizational culture.
  • Managed collective bargaining negotiations, advocating for department interests.
  • Conducted strategic planning sessions to define department objectives and priorities.
  • Secured funding through grant writing initiatives for infrastructure and communications improvements.
  • Implemented community engagement programs to enhance relationships between police and community.

Education

Executive Leadership Certificate -

University of Virginia
Quantico, VA
01-2015

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

New Hampshire Technical College
Concord, NH
01-1998

Communications -

Northeastern University
Boston, MA
01-1995

High School Diploma -

Tilton School
Tilton, NH
01-1992

Skills

  • Organizational leadership
  • Community engagement
  • Intergovernmental relations
  • Union negotiations
  • Policy writing and strategic planning
  • Budget management
  • Grant procurement
  • Human resources management
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving
  • Conflict resolution

Affiliations

• New Hampshire Municipal Association
• FBINAA New England Chapter Executive Board (2021 President)
• FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force (Secret Clearance)
• International Association of Chiefs of Police
• Belknap Regional Special Operations Group Executive Board
• New Hampshire Police Association
• Belknap County Chiefs of Police Association
• New Hampshire Chiefs of Police Association
• FBI LEEDA member

References

Kirk Beitler

Superintendent of Schools

Gilford School District

2 Belknap Mountain Road

Gilford, NH 03249

603-455-0011

Matt Canfield

Chief of Police

Laconia Police Department

Laconia, NH 03246

603-832-3189

Steve Hodges

53 Morgan Way

Gilford, NH 03249

603-568-3456

Robert Chagnon

Chicoine Construction (Police Building Project Manager)

180 Wildwood Drive

Pittsfield, NH 03263

603-234-5955

Dave Noyes

Waterville Valley Director of Public Safety

14 TAC Lane PO Box 500

Waterville Valley, NH 03215

603-491-4949

Steve Grant

289 Morrill Street

Gilford, NH 03249

603-455-1147

Timeline

Chief of Police

Gilford Police Department
06.1999 - Current

Executive Leadership Certificate -

University of Virginia

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

New Hampshire Technical College

Communications -

Northeastern University

High School Diploma -

Tilton School
KRISTIAN J. KELLEY