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Police Chief

Algoma Police Dept

Agency City
Algoma
,
Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

Applications are now being accepted to
Fill vacancy
Type of Opening
Full-Time

Responsibilities:

Position Responsibilities

The Chief of Police has administrative responsibility for effectively and efficiently planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, and managing operations of the Police Department. The Chief maintains direct control and management of all members of the department in the lawful exercise of their duties, subject to the provisions of law and of City ordinances, and subject to such other orders as may be issued by the Common Council, Mayor, or City Administrator as provided by law. The Chief shall work closely and coordinate activities with the City Administrator and is an active member of the City’s management team. The Chief of Police is an exempt, non-represented employee. The position’s annual salary is established by the City of Algoma Common Council and commensurate with experience.

Salary:

Salary Minimum
$85,000.00
-
Salary Maximum
$105,000.00
per
Salary Type
Year
Dependent on Qualifications
Dependent On Qualifications

Benefits:

Benefits
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Dental
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Number of Paid Holidays
10

Qualifications:

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 felony convictions
  • Previous experience
  • React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
  • Supervisory/Management Experience
  • Minimum Age:
    Minimum Age
    18

Education Requirements:

Education Requirements
High school diploma
60 college credits / Associate's degree

Notes:

Notes
  • Background Check
  • Drug Screening
  • Medical Examination
  • Oral Interviews
  • Physical Fitness/Agility Screening
Affirmative Action (AA)
Affirmative Action (AA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

How to Apply:

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Matt Murphy
Application Contact Title
City Administrator
Application Contact Agency
City of Algoma - Algoma Police Department
Application Contact Address

416 Fremont Street
Algoma, WI 54201
United States

Phone
Application Contact Phone
(920) 255-3169
Email
Application Contact Email
algoma@algomacity.org
Website
Application Contact Website

Apply By:

Application Deadline

Submit:

Application Requirements
Resume
Agency Application
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