Police Chief

The City of Wyoming seeks a dedicated and experienced candidate to lead the WYPD. As police chief, you will partner with other city leaders to advance strategic goals, protect public safety, and strengthen relationships throughout the community. You will provide leadership and oversight for department operations while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, trust, and operational excellence. This role requires strong communication, sound judgment, and a commitment to effective policing.

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, police administration, or related field. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Attained the rank of captain, deputy police chief, or chief at your respective department.
• Ability to be certified as a police officer in the State of Michigan.
• Graduate from Northwestern School of Staff and Command, FBI National Academy, or a comparable program.
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license.

• Skill in anticipating and experience in planning for future law enforcement needs by analyzing data trends and demographic changes within the community.
• Experience with budgets, project planning, policy creation, and modern policing standards.
• Skill in confidently and effectively leading a public-facing department and in representing the department through media engagement, public speaking, and community outreach.
• Skill and experience in decision-making.
• Skill in responding effectively in critical situations and emergencies.
• Skill and experience in building trust and collaboration between departments and with city leaders, including the City Manager and City Council.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, and developing others.
• Established experience in guiding principles of respect, competency, and integrity.