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.
A new, unified approach to public event safety is moving jurisdictions from reactive to proactive protection — driven by partnerships, data and purpose
Law enforcement experts share strategies to improve officer safety in vehicle encounters, emphasizing training and legal standards
A landmark cross-border training highlights the deadly reach of cartels, Chinese chemical networks, and the urgent need for unity between U.S. and Canadian law enforcement
Retired Pittsburgh Police Chief Robert McNeilly, Jr., has written an operator’s manual for developing and managing effective police forces on any scale
Inconsistent schedules, long shifts and lack of personal time are pushing officers to the limit, impacting wellness and performance
Explore how emotional intelligence gives officers the tools to manage high-pressure situations, improve communication, and foster leadership rooted in empathy and resilience
Police Leaders for Community Safety praised Harris’s “commitment to public safety”; the endorsement comes weeks after the FOP pledged its support to Donald Trump
Tradition and local power keep 18,000 police agencies alive, but small departments are collapsing under financial strain. It’s time to talk about bold solutions that could fix the system, and improve both officer and community safety
The Portage County elections board made the decision after the sheriff asked voters to record addresses with Kamala Harris yard signs so migrants can be sent to live with them
Oracle’s chair and CTO Larry Ellison recently predicted that “every police officer is going to be supervised at all times,” raising questions about balancing enhanced accountability with privacy concerns
Preliminary investigation indicates the Letcher County sheriff shot District Judge Kevin Mullins following an argument, Kentucky State Police said
Chief Eddie Garcia will oversee Austin’s fire, police, EMS and homeland security departments in the new position
“The citizen is the most important person in our department. Not an interruption of work but the purpose of it,” says Chino Valley Police Department Chief McIntire
When law enforcement leaders pass the baton, they unlock the potential of tomorrow’s leaders. Discover how stepping aside can energize your agency and drive innovation
Discover how to implement a structured approach to decision-making that leads to better outcomes and organizational success
Vollmer spearheaded revolutionary ideas that today’s cops take for granted, like police call boxes and vehicle patrols. However, he still has more to teach
Two experts reveal how drones are becoming critical in policing, enhancing real-time response and reshaping future operations
“Because you don’t want to raise your kid, so Sheriff [Mike] Chitwood’s going to raise them,” the Volusia County Sheriff said
“The sworn and professional staff of LMPD work tirelessly each day to make Louisville a safer city,” Louisville interim Police Chief Paul Humphrey said in the release
In order to stay connected to the people that you lead and motivate, you need to interact with them on their terms and in their workplace – not yours
Help your teams excel by doing your part to stay educated and engaged
“I am honored and humbled to be named interim-commissioner of the [NYPD], the greatest law enforcement agency in the world,” Donlon stated
“We will never allow the type of lawlessness as allegedly reported out of (Colorado), and we will stay ahead of any potential trends in gang trafficking in Wyoming,” Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak stated
The guidebook aims to normalize UAP and UFO sightings so officers know how to respond and their reports are taken seriously
“I am unwilling to let my attention be on anything other than our important work, or the safety of the men and women of the NYPD,” Edward Caban stated
Bland shares how courage, mentorship and stepping outside your comfort zone are essential to breaking barriers in law enforcement
By maintaining a positive attitude and embracing unique skills, Gasparini explains how female officers can excel throughout their careers
Key leadership strategies for developing future tactical leaders and achieving SWAT team success
”...It’s going to be a while till we get to 128,” Lancaster Police Chief Richard Mendez said, referencing the new number of budgeted positions, down from 145
The leaders I admire carry the talents and traits they perfect in the workplace home with them, and it pays off in their personal relationships
“[Michael Kemper is] passionate about subway safety and transit safety — he’s the right man for the job, we’re thrilled he’s coming over,” MTA chairman Janno Lieber announced
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meet four leaders driving progress
meet four leaders driving progress
Geoffrey Noble has been in law enforcement for 30 years; he began with the NJSP in uniformed patrol in 1995 and moved on to field training and work as a detective
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