JOB REQUIREMENTS: The City of Onalaska is seeking to hire an Assistant
Police Chief. The Assistant Chief performs at a highly skilled
professional level and is considered an upper level/command position. In
this role the Assistant Chief performs such tasks of an administrative
or investigative nature as directed by the Police Chief. The Assistant
Chief will be held accountable for the accomplishments of the Onalaska
Police Department Mission. This position has significant managerial
authority and responsibility to assist in the determination of the
organizational response to a variety of law enforcement needs and make
modifications as conditions dictate. Essential Job Functions: Functions
as second in command of the department and is the commanding officer in
the absence of the Chief. Responsible for all line functions of the
police department; including patrol division, criminal investigations,
and records division. Assists in the development, administration and
monitoring of annual and long-range departmental goals and its strategic
plan. Provides control and standardization of all the operational
procedures, including but not limited to: staffing allocation,
scheduling, methods of patrol, patrol coverage, and special patrol
coverage. Prepares, collects, and reviews timesheets to ensure payroll
is accurate. Processes and maintains training records, including but not
limited to: scheduling, lodging, transportation, contracting with
training sites, and ensuring proper completion of City forms. Assists in
the planning, development, and implementation of policies and procedures
that ensure efficient delivery of police services. Allocates and
prioritizes critical department resources identified through operational
planning. Provides input to the Chief in evaluating tasks related to
fiscal management. Assists Police Chief in preparing and carrying-out
department budget, to include acquiring quotes, processing
requisitions/purchase orders, processing account receivables & account
payables. Responsible for processing internal/citizen complaints of
staff and makes recommendations for appropriate action. Provides
personnel recommendations relative to hiring, promotion, transfer,
discipline, grievances, commendations, and discharge, to the Police
Chief, Human Resources, and the Police and Fire Commission as
appropriate. Supervises and evaluates first-line supervisors and
civilian staff. Oversees the patrol schedule to ensure sufficient
staffing levels to meet the daily needs of the City. This includes
receiving communications from staff at any time of the day about
staffing levels and then acting to ensure department is properly staffed
during all shifts. Recommends changes designed to increase department
operations and their effectiveness. Assures that all members of the
department comply with all standard operation procedures. Conducts
inspections within the City of Onalaska at irregular times, encompassing
all shifts to assure duties are properly being performed. Participates
at civic-related meetings, such as community events, citizen inquiries,
speeches, interviews; and other public relations duties as assigned by
the Chief. Represents the department at Common Council and/or committee
meetings in absence of the Chief or as needed. Identifies, addresses,
and responds to critical situations that may require law enforcement
intervention as needed and assumes operational command, which includes
Emergency Operation Plan responsibilities. Acts as a member of the
City\'s Emergency Operations Team. Orders supplies, uniforms, and other
equipment needed for the Department. Researches cost issues associated
therewith, ensures the maintenance of Department equipment, and manages
inventory control. Contributes to a cooperative working effort by
demonstrating a willingness to work well others and perform other
job-related work, as needed or requested. The City offers competitive
benefitsto include health and dental insurance effective the first of
the month following 60 days of employment. For 2026 health insurance,
the most affordable area plan offered is the Quartz West Plan with
premiums at \$225.36 per month for a single plan or \$554.72 per month
for a family plan. There is no deductible or co-insurance amount for the
health insurance plan. Dental insurance is through Delta Dental with
premiums paid 100% by the City. The position qualifies for automatic
enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System (pension plan) providing a
lifetime payment once vested and upon eligible retirement. Additionally,
the City offers voluntary benefits such as vision, flexible spending,
life insurance, disability insurance, deferred compensation, pet
insurance, critical illness, cancer, and accident insurance. Paid sick
leave, holidays, and vacation. Access to an employee assistance program
(EAP). The City of Onalaska is also a qualifying employer under the
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Federal Program. To Apply: To be
considered for this excellent opportunity, submit an online employment
application by accessing https://onalaskawi.gov/jobs by July 30, 2026.
For additional information please contact: City of Onalaska Human
Resources City Hall (1st Floor) 415 Main Street, Onalaska WI 54650
Phone: 608-781-9530 ext. 260 Email: afrandsen@onalaskawi.gov Additional
Information: Interviews are anticipated for August 19th and 26th, 2026.
Selected candidate subject to background screening,
post-offer/pre-employment drug screen/physical and psychological.
EOE/Drug Free Workplace. ** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
An Associate\'s Degree from an accredited college or university; Four
(4) year Bachelor\'s Degree from an accredited college or university
preferred; eight (8) years\' experience as a police officer with a
minimum of five (5) years in a supervisory role in a law enforcement
agency; related coursework at executive leadership colleges such as WI
Command College, Northwestern Police Staff & Command, or Certified
Public Manager, preferred. Certifiable by the State of Wisconsin Law
Enforcement Standards Board within six (6) months of employment. Pass
annual firearms qualifications tests conducted at designated gun range
as well as any other required law enforcement officer certifications
required by the State of Wisconsin. Valid driver\'s license with good
driving record required. ** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online: www.cityofonalaska.gov
