Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs
The Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs topic gives police leadership news and information to help them lead their troops. This topic also gives the patrol officer an avenue to prepare themselves for a rise through the ranks.
Learn why outcome-based leadership is crucial for making meaningful changes in your agency and community
Discover why the departments that treat recruiting like marketing are winning — and how to follow their lead
5G, AI and cloud-based tools are transforming police communications — but without a clear plan, agencies risk falling behind
The Lafayette city council member’s proposal would increase PD chief pay from $135,880 to a range of $150,000 to $170,000; the measure will be put to a vote on Sept. 12
New sergeants must implement intentional work routines that will create opportunities to communicate with officers, peer supervisors and command staff
A city police association president shares eye-opening research on police budget allocations and public safety
Leadership workshops are designed to provide the necessary theory and practical training for those wanting to develop into better leaders
The resignations are reportedly due to tensions between the Surfside Beach City Council and the police department; officers cited harassment directed at the former police chief
Lt. Julia Clasby shares her experiences as a female officer and mother, offering insight and advice to help women in law enforcement navigate their path into leadership roles
The prosecutors stated that no crime was committed by newspaper employees and that the chief reached an erroneous conclusion because of a poor investigation
“When I was a young girl … I never thought my world would be outside the Bronx and with these girls — I feel like I see myself in them,” Commissioner Tania Kinsella said
Ferguson Officer Travis Brown remains in critical condition at a St. Louis-area hospital, three days after he was attacked by a protester outside of the police station
“Some individuals would rather see our community divided and in turmoil than allow me to continue serving as sheriff,” Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell stated
Struggling with the chaos of law enforcement life? Terror management theory has implications for how to thrive instead of just survive
“I want to do something that gives back to the community and I don’t think there’s any higher honor than being a police chief for the city of Boise,” Dennison
Sheriff Roy “Sonny” Weatherford served at the Sumner County Sheriff’s Office for 39 years, including 14 as sheriff
Pete Arredondo, ex-Uvalde schools PD chief, has been indicted in the incident; he told CNN that officers responded “the best [they] could with the situation [they] had”
Lisa Davis, who is currently assistant chief at the Cincinnati Police Department, is a U.S. Navy veteran with 30 years of law enforcement experience
Researchers found that peer officer gunfire significantly and substantially influenced participant shooting behaviors — participants were over 11 times more likely to fire their weapons and discharged approximately 72% more rounds in the presence of gunfire
Equipping female officers with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in their careers
F1 racing provides a unique perspective on leadership qualities that are transferable and directly relatable to the success of policing
Officer wellness goes beyond tending to mental and physical wellbeing — it is an integral part of operational functioning, just like firearms training, in-service classes and early warning systems
“We are fortunate to have had [Thomas Michael Boone] in our presence, both as a law enforcement officer and as our friend,” the town of Marshall stated
The Florida Police Chiefs Association and the Florida Sheriffs Association cited a potential jump in car crashes and drug abuse in statements opposing pot legalization
The PD said that current captains will be considered for the commander positions; those not chosen or uninterested will lose their jobs and be offered a severance package
There is nothing more effective for building trust than personal, positive contacts between the police and those they protect and serve
Learn about innovative strategies around technology implementation, crime prevention and community engagement
“Thank you all for what you’ve done for me. It means a lot,” said Deputy Lucas Watts, who was shot in the head during a traffic stop in 2023 and named Deputy of The Year in 2024
Discover insights from a comprehensive study on proactive community interactions and practical strategies for building trust between law enforcement and communities
A robust agency wellness program is crucial for public safety personnel, offering support for mental, physical and financial health
The Calverton Park PD employed four full-time officers and seven part-time officers to police a suburb of around 1,300 people
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Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara implemented a multi-jurisdictional plan to address the violence, including having outside agencies assisting with patrols and investigations
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