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Town Of Winter Park
Police Chief
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Chief or Deputy directs operations and supervises the activities of a local police department or a unit or shift within a department. Implements new initiatives to address problems with crime in the community.
$89,284 / year median in Colorado
+11% projected growth
Job Description
The Town of Winter Park, Colorado, is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and community-focused law enforcement executive to serve as its next Chief of Police. This is an outstanding opportunity to lead the Fraser Winter Park Police Department, a full-service agency providing police services to the Towns of Winter Park and Fraser through a long-standing intergovernmental partnership. Reporting directly to the Town Manager, the Chief of Police will provide strategic leadership for all department operations, including patrol, investigations, administration, records, code enforcement, budgeting, and personnel development. The next Chief will build on the department's strong culture of professionalism while strengthening community partnerships, preparing the organization for continued growth, and leading future initiatives, including planning for a new police facility. The ideal candidate is an approachable, servant-minded leader with exceptional interpersonal skills and a demonstrated commitment to community policing, employee development, transparency, and ethical leadership. Experience leading organizational growth, managing complex budgets, building regional partnerships, and mentoring future leaders will be highly valued. Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience
- At least five (5) years in a supervisory or command-level position (Sergeant, Lieutenant/Commander, Captain, or above)
- Colorado POST Basic Certificate or equivalent with the ability to obtain Colorado POST certification within six months
- Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field
- Graduation from the FBI National Academy, Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command, or equivalent executive leadership program
- Demonstrated experience leading community-oriented policing organizations and managing organizational growth.