Chief of Police Jeffery C. Melchior is a 22-year veteran of law enforcement in Louisiana, an FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award recipient, Chief of Police, POST Firearms Instructor, and leadership and development-oriented public speaker. He currently serves as Chief of Police for a statewide law enforcement agency. Throughout his career, he has served in diverse capacities, including Uniform Patrol, Investigations, Training, and Administration. As a trainer, Chief Melchior lives by the mantra, “Train like you fight, so that you’ll fight like you train.” His philosophy as an Investigator was rooted in service, believing that his time was not his own but belonged to the victims of crimes and the pursuit of justice. As an Administrator, he embodies the principle that leadership is not about standing above your people, it is about standing amongst them and making sure the path forward is clear for all.
