Police Chief - City of Cloquet

Centennial Lakes Police Department

• $105K — $137K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Police Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field; master's preferred.
  • Eight years of progressive law enforcement experience as a licensed police officer.
  • At least four years in a supervisory role; command experience preferred.
  • Valid Minnesota Police Officer (POST) License required.
  • Minnesota Class D Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for the Police Department.
  • Oversee operations, personnel, policies, and programs.
  • Establish departmental goals and manage the budget.
  • Coordinate with law enforcement and community partners.
  • Communicate on public safety matters.
  • Serve on the City's senior management team.
  • Act as the City's Emergency Management Director.

Benefits

  • Benefits information is not available; contact the city directly for details.
Full Job Description
Salary: $105,053.00 - $137,054.00 Annually
Location : Cloquet
Job Type: FT
Job Number: Cloquet
Department: Not Applicable
Opening Date: 10/02/2026
Closing Date: 10/29/2026 11:59 PM Central

Job Posting
The Police Chief provides strategic leadership and overall direction for the City's Police Department, overseeing operations, personnel, policies, programs, and resources to promote a safe and secure community. The position establishes departmental goals, manages the budget, coordinates with law enforcement and community partners, and communicates on public safety matters. The Chief also serves on the City's senior management team and as the City's Emergency Management Director.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Police Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred. Candidates must have eight years of progressive law enforcement experience as a licensed police officer, including at least four years in a supervisory capacity; command experience is preferred. A valid Minnesota Police Officer (POST) License and Minnesota Class D Driver's License are also required.

Apply: Visit https://daviddrown.hiringplatform.com/428920-cloquet-police-chief/1615657-application-form/en and complete the application process by October 29, 2026.

Please direct any questions to Pat Melvin at [email protected] or 612-385-7162.
Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.

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