DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 2/10/2023

The City of Ypsilanti is in Washtenaw County and is
home to Eastern Michigan University. The city was
incorporated as a village in 1832 and later as a city in
1858. The city is diverse, with a rich history and
heritage. The incorporated area of the city is 4.3
square miles. The city is chartered under the Council/
Manager form of government and is governed by a
Mayor and City Council, who appoints a City Manager
to oversee the day-to-day operations of the city. The
Mayor and City Council is elected every four years
with staggered terms. The City Manager appoints all
department heads and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the city. The city has a general fund
budget of $17 million and 120 full-time employees.

The City of Ypsilanti is seeking an experienced police
chief. The previous chief resigned from the position
after 9 years of service. The police department has a
budget of $5.4 million, with thirty-seven full-time and
one part-time employee. The police department has
four divisions; patrol, detective, parking and records
and is a full-service department. The city is seeking a
visionary leader as Chief of Police who will facilitate a
safer, more connected community.