Historic Owosso, pop. 16,000, leading city in Shiawassee County, mid-Michigan, seeks a Police Chief with record of strong leadership and community trust. Full-service, family-oriented community. $1.7M Budget, 22 sworn, 10 reserve officers, 4 non-sworn employees. Former Chief retired after career in OPD. Salary competitive, DOQ, plus excellent benefits. Degree in criminal justice or related field, 10 years command or equivalent combination of education and command experience. Positive leadership, organizational skills, modern police techniques, uniform policies and procedures, interagency collaboration. Strong communications skills with employees and residents. Send only resume, cover letter and salary history to Tom Dority, The Mercer Group, Inc., 4520 W. 14th Street Drive, Greeley, CO 80634-3147, tomdority@attbi.com, by January 24, 2003. EOE