Chief of Police

Chief of Police

The Village of Lake Orion is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Police. The successful candidate has the opportunity to lead a team of committed professionals and serve as an important member of the Village’s executive leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a dynamic and committed Police Department in a community experiencing substantial lakeside residential development. Lake Orion Police Department enjoys a long history of stable leadership and the support of the Village Council, Village Manager, and community members. The successful candidate will build on this strong this strong foundation of support and will continue to support and enhance community-oriented policing. The primary challenge, as with most law enforcement agencies currently, is recruiting and retaining qualified and well-suited officers to bring the department to full staffing. The new Chief will be expected to help ensure that the retention of trained and qualified officers continues to be a top priority for Lake Orion. The successful candidate will be committed to the safety of the community and to addressing issues before they become a problem. 

Salary range is $70,000 – $89,000 DOQ/E plus competitive benefits.