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.
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Law enforcement leaders from around the world gathered at UVA’s inaugural Professional Development Day to build global partnerships and strengthen networks against transnational threats
A leadership checklist of red flags that reveal when community policing is a philosophy in name only, not daily practice
Sheriff Scott Rose of the Officer Down Memorial podcast discusses the unseen burdens of law enforcement careers, the importance of mental health resources, and his efforts to ensure fallen officers are remembered
Agency leadership needs to trust the judgment of training personnel and deal with small problems before they become big ones
When good people get involved in high-risk, low-frequency events, you are much more likely to make a mistake; listen to learn why ongoing training is key for responders
Risk management expert Gordon Graham details how to combat the five reasons mistakes are made in public safety
Law enforcement agencies first tried to clear the encampment at Auraria Higher Education Center on April 26; when protesters returned to the camp, Denver Chief Ron Thomas stated there was “no legal way” to clear them
The 2023 attack, which “came in as a [phishing] email,” culminated in San Bernardino County paying a ransom of $1.1 million in cryptocurrency to the hackers
The maneuver will allow Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw to collect his annual pension payment worth at least $96,000 while receiving an annual salary of $241,000
Merced County Sheriff Vern Warnke recently responded to a call involving an armed suspect himself because there were no deputies available to send to the scene
The sold-out event attracted over 700 attendees and featured dozens of sessions focusing on crime prevention, community relations and professional development
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Explain with confidence, but not bravado, that you are the candidate the agency is looking for
Exploring the innovative training methods designed to equip middle managers with effective leadership strategies
Lt. Dan Marcou highlights how leadership is demonstrated through both actions and words
Police should understand that protesting is no longer relegated to a lone spot on the map, but could emerge almost anywhere
The proposed housing project would allot 24 units for Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office employees
Most agencies conduct exit interviews when employees leave, but why wait until someone quits?
In an interview setting, some answers are better than others
Feedback from officers in Police1’s State of the Industry survey reveals widespread dissatisfaction, with many planning to leave their positions and hesitating to recommend law enforcement as a career choice
As a whole though, the profession “isn’t out of the woods yet” said PERF Executive Director Chuck Wexler
“Nadia still has a lot of life in her and plenty she can still do at the VPD. The dog’s main purpose is to work. And this dog is not grieving. The dog just wants to work,” Chief Penny Jones stated
Albany Police Chief Marcia Harnden faced many challenges when she stepped into the role, including employee discipline, high-profile uses of force and staffing shortages
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Through a unique blend of mentorship, wellness and community engagement, Dayton PD’s program equips recruits with the tools to thrive in their careers
The initiative offers specialized leadership training aimed at empowering first responders with the skills to lead effectively in high-stakes environments
Syracuse Police Chief Joe Cecile stated that people who knew the shooter said he harbored grudges against law enforcement after he was arrested for DUI in 2014
The Albany PD officer was pursuing a speeding vehicle when the driver got out and immediately fired several shots at the officer, hitting him in the leg
As law enforcement agencies face a dual crisis of attracting new recruits and retaining seasoned officers, the sharing of real-world experiences and strategies is vital
If you spend most of your day putting out spot fires, you are not setting the course for your agency — here’s how to balance crisis management with long-term planning
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