Chief of Police
The Meeker Police Department has an exciting opportunity for a law enforcement leader to fill the position of Chief of Police. Meeker is a beautiful Town in rural Northwest Colorado with a population of about 2,500, located approximately 30 miles west of the Flat Tops Wilderness Area. Meeker is known for exceptional hunting, fishing and other outdoor recreational sports and offers all things great about a small town - sense of community, low crime rates, low cost of living, caring schools, friendly neighbors and a slower-paced lifestyle. Must be Colorado P.O.S.T. certified. A minimum 10 years of law enforcement experience, minimum three years of supervisory experience at the rank of Sergeant or above and an Associate's degree from an accredited school is required. Must have a valid Colorado driver's license upon hire. Must pass pre-employment psychological, polygraph, drug test and physical exam.
In addition to a competitive salary range of $73,360 to $91,970 annually, depending on experience, plus overtime. The Town offers some excellent benefits to include: 100% employer covered family medical, dental and vision coverage including a health reserve account; 12% matching retirement; take-home vehicles; and eleven paid holidays each year.
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