Dave Stecker

Dave Stecker has a diverse work experience spanning multiple fields. Dave began their career in 1996 as a Tool And Die Maker at Metal Surgery until 2001. In 1999, they joined the City of Oak Creek as a Police Aide, later progressing to become a Patrol Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and ultimately Chief Of Police, a position they currently hold as of January 2022. In 2000, they briefly worked as a Police Officer at the WI State Fair Police Department. In 2014, Dave co-founded the Toes in the Sand Travel Agency LLC, where they served as a Travel Agent and Co-Owner, offering customized travel arrangements. Additionally, since 2014, they have also served as an Instructor at Peaceful Warrior Training Group, which supports active shooter training organizations.

Dave Stecker has an extensive education history in the field of criminal justice and law enforcement administration. In 1997, they attended the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh with a focus on psychology, although it is unclear whether they obtained a degree. From 1998 to 2000, Dave attended Milwaukee Area Technical College and earned an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice/Police Science. Dave went on to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from Marian University of Fond du Lac between 2008 and 2010. Continuing their education, from 2012 to 2014, they pursued a Master's degree in the same field from the same university. In 2017, Dave furthered their education by obtaining a Master's degree in Law Enforcement Executive from the FBI National Academy.