The City of Fennville is a small town of approximately 2000 residents in western Allegan County. The Chief of Police is to work 5 8 hour shifts throughout the week: days and times throughout the week can be flexible, with the expectation that at least some nights and weekends will be covered. The Chief will be the City's only full time officer, and will supervise a team of part-time officers who will provide additional coverage as needed. The Police Station is combined with City Hall, and the City Clerk (LEIN certified) will be providing administrative support to the Chief. The Police Chief will report directly to the City Administrator. The Police Chief will be provided with a City phone and car. Salary dependent on experience.

The Police Chief will be responsible for:

• Providing safety and security to the community members of Fennville through enforcement of city ordinances, state and federal law. Assistance with code enforcement violations will be provided by the Department of Public Works.
• Investigate reports of crimes, accidents, and other incidents.
• Gather, protect, and process evidence.
• Supervise part time officers, manage training, validations, and audits.
• Assist City Clerk with documentation and accounting for all activities of the department, including maintaining LEIN records, MCOLES/MITN records, reports, and tickets.
• Assist City Administrator with developing departmental policies and procedures, capital assets plan, and budgets.
• Ensure good public relations with various community agencies and community members. Serve as liaison for the Fennville Police Department.
• Carry out research on law enforcement trends and how they affect the community.
• Seek other sources of funding for departmental programs and equipment by writing grants, etc.
• Management of evidence room and maintaining the chain of evidence for court.
• Do court work as required, including obtaining warrants and doing arraignments.
• Reporting to the City Commission on the 1st Monday of the month on activities of the previous month.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fennville, MI 49408: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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