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.
Internal audits aren’t just paperwork — they’re vital tools to spot issues before they become headlines
Objectives and Key Results aren’t just for tech giants. See how this powerful, data-driven approach can bring clarity, accountability and real progress to your agency
Chief Scott Hughes reveals how the FBINA transformed him professionally, physically and personally — and why every police leader should make the leap
Navigating the challenges of leadership requires recognizing and managing the dynamics of helpers, critics and detractors
The culture within an agency significantly influences its effectiveness and accountability, as well as the wellbeing of both its officers and the communities they serve
We need officers who feel supported by their management and communities, yet are prepared to account for their mistakes
Acting Police Chief Pamela Smith says the tracking tags have already helped the department locate several stolen cars this year
This will be the first private sector role for Sewell after more than two decades in law enforcement
The “hard truth” in law enforcement is telling what’s true, but difficult to hear with the improvement of a community, agency or individual as a goal
New Mexico State Police Chief W. Troy Weisler discusses how to enhance agency communication and foster a team-oriented culture
“This is about me serving you, so thank you,” Kirkpatrick said after taking the oath
“This career … often involves balancing work and family, and our chief is so supportive of the family life outside of work,” the Modesto PD stated
Departments put their officers in the best position to succeed when they have a real-time grasp of their own data and can operationalize it to meet community needs
Agency heads must understand what their personnel are expecting from their leaders and to identify deficiencies of leadership within the organization
Chief Jeffrey Scott’s dedication to self-reflection, advanced training and strategic foresight showcases the pillars of progressive law enforcement leadership
This philosophy can enhance morale, motivation and performance while fostering trust and cooperation
Hear from a handful of IACP speakers about the importance of facility dogs, recruitment and retention advice and more
How the communication skills developed in an alternative discipline class can improve the way police leaders communicate with their officers
The video has more than a million views on Facebook and more than 3,000 comments
“I need to make sure that I have someone whose primary job is to take a look at use-of-force incidents and examine them thoroughly,” Sheriff John Nowels said
The ACT Now bill would allow police to pursue more suspects and review their own BWC footage when filing reports
“In June 2025 ... I want the Portland Police Bureau to be a different story. And that it’s a story of resilience. It’s a story of recovery,” Bob Day said
“Just a fu***** hit and run. Slap on the wrist. Why you got to lie and say it’s something serious?” Jesus Ayala asks the arresting officer
“We have not turned them away,” Larry Snelling said. “But what we need are other people to step up in these situations because the burden has been on the police department to house people”
“I want to assure the residents of this wonderful city that I am now a part of your community. This is my home,” Kirkpatrick said
Goodland Police Chief Frank Hayes Jr. suffered the heart attack after successfully negotiating a two-hour police standoff
“I think we can police proactively and have our community members understand what we’re doing,” Superintendent Larry Snelling said
The San Diego Police Officers Association and the National Law Enforcement Foundation share lessons learned from building the nation’s first law enforcement only childcare center
Sgt. Patrick Kepp, 36, was hit while deploying spike strips on the interstate by a driver who has intentionally baited officers to pursue him on roadways in the county in the past
The district attorney labeled the deputy’s decision to jump into the suspect vehicle as “unusual,” but said that his use of force was necessary
Does your PD have a gym but no policy that OKs on-duty workouts? Have you green-lit visits with counselors, but have nowhere for your officers to meet them privately?
“If you have excess law enforcement protective equipment, my office will collect them and ship it to the Israel Defense Forces,” the AG said in a letter to all 123 Va. sheriffs
Law enforcement agencies of all sizes can and should create videos to share with their community about the work they do and the impact they are having
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