Chief of Police
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The City of Sun Prairie is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and experienced law enforcement leader to take on the role of Chief of Police. This is a sworn, management position where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our Police Department, driving innovation, fostering strong community relationships, and upholding the highest standards of professionalism. Sun Prairie Community: Sun Prairie is a vibrant, growing city that offers a welcoming environment for both residents and employees. This is a unique opportunity to serve in a community committed to growth, innovation, and collaboration.

Position Summary

About the Role:

Under the direction of the City Administrator, you will plan, organize, direct, and coordinate departmental functions, ensuring that our community remains safe, and our officers are supported in their mission. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for someone with a proven track record in police management, cultural competence, and community-centered policing.

What We're Looking For:

We need a leader who can inspire others and bring fresh ideas to the table. The ideal candidate will be committed to:

* Organizational Values: Upholding integrity, respect, and accountability.

* Cultural Competence: Understanding and responding to the diverse needs of our community.

* Visionary Leadership: Strategically leading the department to meet current and future challenges.

* Growth: Fostering professional development for all team members.

* Collaboration: Building strong partnerships both within and outside the department.

* Financial Management: Effectively managing budgets and resources to support department goals.

Salary Information

Salary: $146,696 - $155,675, commensurate with experience. Potential to earn up to $168,545 with a 2% increase if hired before April 1, 2025.

Work-Life Balance: We believe in taking care of our employees. Enjoy paid parental leave (6 weeks), paid caregiver leave (2 weeks), and a focus on physical and mental health through our EAP and employee clinic.

Job Details

* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.

* The employee is required to stand, walk, run, use fingers to handle or operate objects, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch.

* The employee is exposed to severe weather while performing tasks.

* The employee is exposed to many unknown conditions, including possible hazardous sites, dust, odors, noise, vibrations, and dangerous or violent. The employee is frequent exposed to life-threatening situations.

* The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.

* Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

* Some work is performed in an office setting; hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

The above is intended to describe the general content of the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Qualifications

Education:

* Bachelor's degree in police science, public administration, business, or a related field (master's degree preferred).

Experience:

* Minimum of five years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in law enforcement or military, with lieutenant rank or higher preferred.

Law Enforcement Certification:

* Must be or have the ability to become a Law Enforcement Officer through the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Training Standards Board within 6 months of hire.

Flexibility:

* Ability to report to work outside of normal hours within 30 minutes, when necessary.

Licensing:

* Valid Wisconsin Driver's License (or ability to obtain one).

How To Apply

Ready to make a difference in Sun Prairie? Apply today at www.cityofsunprairie.com/jobs by submitting a cover letter, resume, and at least three professional references. Please contact Human Resources at 608-###-#### or ...@cityofsunprairie.com, if you have any questions pertaining to the position or if you need an accommodation during the hiring process.

The City of Sun Prairie is committed to advancing equity, honoring our diverse identity, and creating an inclusive culture. These serve as our guiding principles every day in all that we do. Keep us accountable to this mission and join us in this commitment to a thriving Sun Prairie, as you live, work, and play.

Deadline to Apply

First review of applications: December 4th, this position will remain open until filled.