Police Chief

The City of Devils Lake, a community of approximately 7,200 in NE North Dakota, is accepting applications for the position of Police Chief. Through the Chief of Police, the department is responsible for the enforcement of all laws coming within its legal jurisdiction; the Chief of Police is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and staffing all activities of the department and is responsible for its continued and efficient operation, for the enforcement of rules and regulations within the department, and for the department's relations with local citizens, the local government, and other related agencies.

The successful applicant will possess excellent communication, interpersonal and management skills and must pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug test. Minimum Qualifications include a North Dakota driver’s license and Peace Officers license and 10 years of law enforcement experience (including 5 in a supervisory role); an Associate’s degree and extensive supervisory experience is preferred.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement, paid sick and vacation. Applicants may be required to submit to a physical and/or psychological exam.

Salary range: $92-436 - $126,744.
 

Please view the complete job description before applying. Job Description and application are available at the City Office or online at http://www.dvlnd.com under Services – Job Openings. Completed application and resume must be returned to City of Devils Lake, Attn: City Administrator PO Box 1048, Devils Lake, ND 58301 or emailed to Spencer Halvorson, City Administrator at spencerh@dvlnd.com . Resumes and applications must be received by close of business on Friday, April 5th, 2024. EOE