Police Chief - Lead a Dedicated Team & Community Safety

Oconto Falls Police Department; Town of Oconto Falls (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clothing Allowance

Dental

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Vacation

Wisconsin Retirement Fund

Number of Paid Holidays: 10

Other Benefits

Take home squad

Job summary

Oconto Falls Police Department is seeking a legally certified Chief of Police to lead a 6‑full‑time and 7‑part‑time department in Wisconsin. The role oversees operations, budgeting, scheduling, and community relations while directing patrols, traffic enforcement, and investigations.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of law enforcement experience, a strong driving record, and the ability to supervise diverse shifts, with residency required and a take‑home squad option possible.

Qualifications

• Must be Wisconsin certified or eligible for certification.
• Ten years of experience in law enforcement.
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license.
• No felony or domestic abuse convictions.
• Ability to carry firearm and react to stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a department of 6 full-time and 7 part-time officers.
• Responsible for public safety, crime prevention, scheduling and budget.
• Manage community relations, patrol, traffic enforcement and investigations.
• Maintain department records and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Good driving record

Stresstolerance

Public safety

Education

Assoc degree / 60 credits

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Oconto Falls Police Department is seeking a legally certified Chief of Police to lead a 6‑full‑time and 7‑part‑time department in Wisconsin. The role oversees operations, budgeting, scheduling, and community relations while directing patrols, traffic enforcement, and investigations.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of law enforcement experience, a strong driving record, and the ability to supervise diverse shifts, with residency required and a take‑home squad option possible.