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 Police1 survey shows officers aren’t leaving because of pay — they’re leaving because of leadership and culture. Here’s how to spot the silent danger holding your department back
“If the job calls for chasing, climbing or fighting, you should be able to do it” — even if it means taking a fall
Prevention begins with leaders who normalize check-ins, support peer networks and address trauma before it becomes tragedy
Deputy Lucas Watts was shot in the head by a suspect who has since been arrested
If you’re policing in a community where the thin blue line has been erased by policymakers, then it’s time to discuss this theory as part of the solution to the problem
The three members of the Sheriff’s Team of Active Retirees were taken to a hospital for treatment, the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office said
The county insists it is not discriminating against the deputy, as its insurance plan has covered other gender-affirming care besides the surgery
Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper wrote on social media that some retail organizations thwarted a police operation meant to stop shoplifters
Humility, innovation, collaboration and communication are key for success
The move would give the department chief more discretion to fill, change or leave vacant officer shifts and respond to department needs
“We have been so effective in solving these homicides and shootings, there has been no time for these retaliation shootings to take place,” Chief Paco Balderrama said
The suspect posted his $10,000 secured bond “before being fully booked into the jail,” Sheriff Travis Allen said
“Because of this man’s deliberate and intentional actions, [the deputies’] lives and their family’s lives are changed forever,” Sheriff Chad Chronister said
After the man ambushed and wounded the deputies, he fled in their cruiser, running over one deputy’s leg
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
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