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.
Why culture, training and governance — not software — determine whether artificial intelligence helps or harms your agency
A look at how design, leadership and measurement decisions shape whether co-responder programs survive beyond their launch phase
As political rhetoric and fractured coordination reshape enforcement, police chiefs and sheriffs face rising risks to officer safety, legal exposure and institutional trust
How do I get my all-male command staff to understand and support my rights as a pregnant officer?
Former Regional Transportation District Chief Joel Fitzgerald alleged that agency leaders knew of “racial animus” against him yet retaliated when he filed a complaint
After initially proposing that Jim McDonnell be paid $507,509 yearly, the commission voted to lower its salary request to $450,000 after some testy discussion
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled in 2021 that a $3 fee was unconstitutional; since then, pensions have been paid through reserves, which are steadily decreasing
Mental Health
‘Too much ugliness': Maine PD chief announces he will step down, citing the job’s mental health toll
“Mental health needs to be treated like any other illness or injury,” Baileyville Chief Bob Fitzsimmons wrote. “It’s ok to talk about it, it’s ok to seek treatment without shame”
With a comprehensive plan in place, your agency can face civil unrest with confidence, knowing the mental and emotional wellbeing of your team is a top priority
Using conflict can reduce the departmental politics that tend to plague our organizations and keep us from getting real work done
Leadership plays a critical role at every stage of civil unrest preparedness — from planning to execution and recovery
The 26-year-old Chicago officer was just shy of three years of service in the department
Some interpersonal communication patterns can cause people to become defensive — here’s what to avoid
“It is with great sadness that I and the rest of the Geary Police Officers will no longer be serving this community,” former chief Alicia Ford stated
“I’m glad to know that we do have a path forward...” Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said. “The mayor and I are lockstep in this process going forward.”
Doug Shoemaker discussed transitioning from policing to new fields, particularly the private sector
How AI-driven misinformation is challenging law enforcement and why forward-thinking leaders could establish units to counter the digital storm
From lactation rooms to innovative recruiting, trailblazing agencies shared bold strategies for advancing women in law enforcement
While the report deals broadly with “medical-behavioral emergencies,” much of the guidance can be employed during any incident where police may need to restrain a person
“I love when [state agencies] show up to help,” Mendocino Sheriff Matthew Kendall said, “but I would need 50 police officers for 50 days to even begin putting a dent in it”
“I truly believe that I am the best individual for the role of permanent chief...so, with a resounding yes, I want to lead this police department,” Deputy Detroit Mayor Todd Bettison said
“This hurts us to know we’ve hurt others,” Fort Worth police Chief Neil Noakes stated
Pittsburgh PD chief to retire, says second job as NCAA basketball referee distracting for the agency
“I am making this decision to prioritize the integrity and focus of our department. Optics matter, and my retirement is the right course for all of us,” Larry Scirotto said
“They can have a kid having a breakdown or something like that, let them see this dog and it just sort of calms everything down,” Wilson County Sheriff Robert Bryan said
Now more than ever, police officers need to see their work recognized and appreciated
Assistant Chief Melissa Eger has served with the NYPD since 1999; she has received praise for her ability to create crime-fighting strategies and engage the community
Two police organizations have asked for an investigation into what they described as a “blatant political infringement into the civil service process”
Buncombe County officials, who previously reported 72 deaths, are now deferring to a state tally of 42 deaths for the county
States United Democracy Center, a non-partisan organization, discussed priorities for law enforcement during election season
“I love the city, I love this community, and I love the men and women that work at the San Jose Police Department,” acting Police Chief Paul Joseph said
There are a thousand reasons to say no, but what if saying yes changes everything?
El Paso Sheriff Joe Roybal said his department remains fully staffed in spite of low pay because deputies “feel heard [and] appreciated” due to the agency’s positive culture
Police1’s national survey reveals alarming mental wellness challenges faced by officers; Dr. Black discusses how agencies can step up to support their personnel
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