Police Chief

Hudson Police Department; New Jersey; On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Hudson, Colorado, seeks a Police Chief to lead the Hudson Police Department and partner with a close-knit community. This hands-on, working chief role focuses on public safety excellence, community policing, and building a culture of service.

Located in Weld County, just northeast of Denver, Hudson offers a rural setting with easy access to urban amenities. The department operates with a 2026 budget and staff of sworn and unsworn personnel, and the first review is October 25, 2026.

Job description

Organization: Town of Hudson, CO

Position Title: Police Chief

Address: 50 Beech St., Hudson, CO 80642

First Review: October 25, 2026

Salary Range: $150,000-$175,000

The Town of Hudson, Colorado, is seeking a Police Chief for this growing Front Range community located in Weld County, about 30 miles northeast of Denver. Located at the junction of Interstate 76 and State Highway 52, the town offers a distinctly rural setting of farms, open fields, and wide plains while remaining within easy reach of the Denver metropolitan area. The Town of Hudson is a full-service home-rule municipality serving approximately 1,640 residents across nearly 2.3 square miles with a 2026 budget of $17.7 million and a team of 34 FTEs.

THE HUDSON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Established in 2019, the Hudson Police Department is a municipal law enforcement agency protecting the Town of Hudson. The Department operates with a 2026 budget of $2.6 million and responded to nearly 10,000 calls for service in 2025 - reflecting a 150% increase in call volume over the past four years. The Department is staffed by 11 sworn officers and 3 unsworn staff, with additional support from 2 part-time victim advocates and a reserve chaplain.

WHY APPLY

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of the Hudson Police Department, build a strong culture of excellence, and partner with the community to ensure exceptional service delivery. Hudson is a safe, inclusive, and growing community with a small-town feel just east of the Denver metro area, offering easy access to big-city amenities and outdoor recreation. No call is too small in Hudson, where Town leadership prioritizes visible police presence and community-focused policing.

The Hudson Police Department benefits from strong community support and a collaborative Town Council and staff with a growth mindset. The workforce is highly engaged, with solid individual skills and strengths. All partners are enthusiastic and ready to support the new Chief in shaping the Department's future. If you are looking for a hands-on, working chief role in a friendly and supportive community, with a stable and cooperative Town Council and a great quality of life, this may be the right opportunity.

The Town of Hudson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.