Police Chief
Dodgeville Police Dept
Agency City
Dodgeville
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
The City of Dodgeville is accepting applications for the position of Police Chief. The Dodgeville Police Department is a fill-time, full-service agency consisting of thirteen sworn officers and two administrative assistants. A copy of the job application (Form DJ-LE-330) and full job description may be obtained at the Dodgeville City Hall, 100 East Fountain Avenue, Dodgeville, WI 53533, or on the City website: https://dodgevillewi.gov/jobs. A completed job application, resume, and cover letter should be mailed to: Police and Fire Commission c/o Mary McKinley 100 East Fountain Street Dodgeville, WI 53533; or sent by email to pfc@dodgevillewi.gov.
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Mayor and City Council, the Police Chief is responsible for the protection of lives and property in the City of Dodgeville through the supervision of all police department functions. This position holds the highest-level management position within the Police Department and is ultimately responsible for the complete control, operation, and representation of the City's police department and its employees. The Chief is responsible for managing the physical facilities and equipment; supervising departmental activities and personnel; formulating and enforcing department rules of conduct and policies; coordinating departmental activities with outside agencies; and preparing and justifying departmental budgets.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Qualifications:
- Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
- Ability to perform essential functions of this position
- Ability to possess a firearm
- Ability to use all standard law enforcement equipment
- Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Clear and concise speech
- Driver's license
- Eligibility for Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board Certification
- Good driving record
- Good physical condition
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
- No domestic abuse convictions
- No felony convictions
- Previous experience
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- Supervisory/Management Experience
- U.S. citizen
- Vision correctable to 20/20
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Psychological Examination
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
100 E Fountain St
Dodgeville, WI 53533
United States