The Commissioner of Police invites applications for the position of:
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO)
TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS
Closing date for receipt of applications: MIDNIGHT on Friday 24th October 2025
ROLE: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
ORGANIZATION: Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force
LOCATION: Police Headquarters
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
SALARY: US$146,792.00 plus allowances
ROLE TYPE: Full-Time, 3-Year Fixed Contract
ROLE PURPOSE
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a senior executive role within the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands
Police Force (RTCIPF), responsible for leading and overseeing the Corporate Services portfolio to ensure the organization’s operational effectiveness, financial integrity and strategic alignment. This role acts as the legally designated Accounting Officer for RTCIPF, with full responsibility and accountability for the proper management of public funds, resource allocation, compliance and financial stewardship.
The COO ensures the RTCIPF has the systems, infrastructure, workforce capabilities and governance arrangements needed to deliver high-quality, modern, and professional policing services that reduce crime, protect borders and promote public trust and safety.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
KEY OUTPUTS
– Strategic and operational plans aligned with RTCIPF’s mission.
– Legally compliant budget management and financial reporting.
– Modernized human resource systems and a robust talent pipeline.
– Fully operational ICT infrastructure, supporting digital policing.
– Transparent and value-driven procurement systems.
– A professional, politically neutral corporate culture.
– Monitoring and evaluation frameworks to ensure accountability.
– Resilient organizational risk and crisis management systems.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
– At least 10 years of senior executive experience, preferably in a policing, public safety, or security-related organization.
– Demonstrated success in public sector financial management, organizational leadership, change and corporate governance.
– Strong understanding of public financial regulations and procurement law.
– Experience with digital transformation and enterprise resource planning systems is an asset.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
– Previous experience working in the jurisdiction of the Caribbean.
– Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Business, or a relevant discipline.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This appointment will be made on a three-year fixed term contract, which can be extended on such terms and for such period as may be mutually agreed. Salary US$146,792 plus allowances. 30 days of annual leave with full pay will be granted, which must be taken during the term of employment.
MAKING AN APPLICATION
Suitably qualified individuals should submit:
– A Cover Letter of no more than two pages, setting out how you meet the essential qualifications and experience for the role as detailed in the job description.
– Your Curriculum Vitae (CV) with current contact information, educational qualifications, summary of relevant job experience and the contact details of three professional referees.
– Applicants invited to final interview will be required to provide copies of relevant qualifications as requested by the Turks and Caicos Islands Government HR.
– Three letters of reference will be required before a formal offer of appointment is made.
Applications should be submitted online via https://careers.gov.tc/
Deadline: On or before midnight on Friday 24th October 2025
Current serving officers must apply through their Head of Department.
Applications without supporting documents will not be processed.
Recruitment Process: Interviews are scheduled for end-October/early November.
Enquires can be made via email at careers@gov.tc
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.