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, VA01-2015
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
New Hampshire Technical College
Concord, NH01-1998
Communications -
Northeastern University
Boston, MA01-1995
High School Diploma -
Tilton School
Tilton, NH01-1992
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
• 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