Police Chief
Port Washington Police Dept
Agency City
Port Washington
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
Applicants should send a copy of their resume along with a cover letter to the City of Port Washington Human Resources director at rpena@portwashingtonwi.gov. The Police Chief is appointed by the Police and Fire Commission pursuant to Wisconsin Statute § 62.13 and serves an indefinite term during good behavior. The Police Chief is expected to be a hands-on leader who actively participates in department operations, problem-solving, and community engagement while managing limited staffing and resources efficiently.
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates all operations and activities of the Police Department.
• Provides leadership and supervision to sworn officers, civilian staff, and department personnel.
• Develops and implements departmental policies, procedures, goals, and operational standards in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Oversees and participates in patrol operations, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, emergency response, evidence handling, and community policing efforts.
• Ensures compliance with Wisconsin law enforcement standards, accreditation requirements, training mandates, and departmental policies.
• Prepares and administers the department budget, including capital equipment planning and grant opportunities.
• Oversees hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluations, discipline, and professional development of department personnel.
• Encourages and supports employees attending professional training programs to share acquired knowledge and skills with department personnel through a train-the-trainer approach.
• Fosters and maintains strong collaborative relationships with Police, Fire, and the Sherriff’s office.
• Serves as liaison to elected officials, municipal administration, fire, schools, county agencies, and regional law enforcement partners.
• Serves as the department liaison to local schools, fostering positive relationships, communication, and collaboration on school safety and community initiatives.
• Responds to major incidents, emergencies, critical events, and public safety concerns as needed.
• Coordinates internal investigations involving department personnel.
• Maintains department records, reports, statistics, and compliance documentation.
• Oversees department equipment, fleet management, technology systems, and facility operations. Promotes positive community relations through visibility, public engagement, educational programs, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Attends Common Council, committee, and community meetings as required.
• Coordinates emergency management and disaster preparedness efforts with other agencies and departments.
• Leads emergency management for the City.
• Ensures proper enforcement of laws and ordinances while maintaining professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support public safety operations and municipal objectives.
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
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- Supervisory/Management Experience
- U.S. citizen
- Vision correctable to 20/20
Education Requirements:
extensive, progressively responsible law enforcement experience demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of patrol operations, investigations, community policing, personnel management, budgeting, training, policy
development, labor relations, and organizational leadership.
Progressive law enforcement experience including supervisory and command-level responsibilities.
• Certification as a law enforcement officer by the State of Wisconsin or ability to obtain certification.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license required.
• Successful completion of background investigation, psychological evaluation, and other pre-employment
requirements as applicable.
• Minimum of 5 years in supervisory role.
• Resident of Port Washington or within 12 months of hire.
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Medical Examination
- Oral Interviews
- Psychological Examination
- Residency Required
Contact Information:
1540 W Grand Ave
Port Washington, WI 53074
United States