Sterling Heights Police Department

Sterling Heights, Michigan (127,500) seeks experienced, proven, progressive Police Chief to lead this innovative department consisting of 169 sworn and 55 civilian personnel and a $26.6 million operating budget. Position is appointed by the City Manager and confirmed by the City Council.

Qualified individuals will be expected to have advanced leadership/command training. Applicant must have a minimum of two years experience as a Police Lieutenant or higher rank in a municipality with a population of 50,000 or greater with a comparable budget and personnel staffing levels.

Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Law Enforcement or related field; MPA preferred. Candidates should possess strong skills and/or experience in leadership, community policing, operations, supervision, budgeting, personnel management, labor relations, community partnerships, grant administration, gang prevention, and crime intervention strategies. Problem solving and communication / interpersonal skills needed with a team-management orientation.

Salary:

Low $100,000’s, depending on qualifications and experience.

Open until filled.

Apply at once with complete résumé and confidential references to The City’s Consultant:

The PAR Group

Paul A. Reaume, Ltd

100 N. Waukegan Road, Suite 211

Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Phone: 847-234-0005

Fax: 847-234-8309

E-mail: resume@pargroupltd.com

Sterling Heights is an Equal Opportunity Employer—women and minorities encouraged to reply.