EMPLOYER: City of Petoskey, Michigan
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
COMPENSATION: Starting salary to $81,000, depending on qualifications.TO APPLY:
Send résumé with cover letter and five work-related references to the City's Executive Search Consultant: The PAR Group , 100 N. Waukegan Road, Suite 211, Lake Bluff, Illinois 60044. Tel: 847/234- 0005; FAX: 847/234-8309. Email: resume@pargroupltd.com. Inquiries may be directed to Steve Bernard, Senior Vice President. Cell: 616/308-4899; Email: sbernard@pargroupltd.com. Equal opportunity employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Additional position information can be found at www.pargroupltd.com.DESCRIPTION: Petoskey, Michigan (population 6,000) is seeking experienced candidates to lead its fully-integrated, 22-member Department of Public Safety. This position reports directly to the City Manager and supervises a department where all public safety officers are trained to perform police, fire, and EMS functions. The Department provided response to 6,495 total calls for service in 2008. The Director oversees police operations, community policing, crime prevention, fire suppression and prevention, and emergency medical services. Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, fire science, public administration or related discipline preferred with 10 years progressive experience in fire or law enforcement management. Equivalent experience in a public safety department preferred. Master's Degree and/or advanced professional development training is desirable. Applicants must possess or be able to obtain Michigan Police and Fire Certifications within one year. Candidates should possess strong skills and/or experience in leadership, community policing, labor relations, community partnerships, fire suppression, emergency services, and budget preparation.
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