Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs
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Leaders who fail to prioritize communications risk losing public trust — and even their jobs
Learn how Fairfax County Police Department cracked the code to grow its in Instagram followers 90% in one year
Experts cautioned agencies to vet AI-driven tools carefully, ensuring transparency, accountability and ethical use remain at the core of every decision
Jerry Ratcliffe provides practical guidance for police leaders to incorporate research-based strategies in their daily operations
The deputies are being charged separately, most on fraud charges, and are going through “the legal process of being fired,” the sheriff says
This proactive and easily accessible program provides intervention strategies based on best-practice guidelines for chiefs to survive and thrive in their leadership position
The helicopter crew has dealt with Robert Moni’s complaints before, but he was arrested when his threats turned even more violent
Often in this profession, we think it’s work or family. We see it as either/or, but that’s not how it works
Successful recruitment in the 21st century requires an authentic approach to connect with each candidate instead of following a checklist of things to do and incentives to offer
Chief Englebert Ribeiro and acting Police Director Mirza Bulur said the state takeover “exceeds the bounds of their statutory and constitutional authority”
Kameron Jenkins’ body and gun were found 150 yards from where the shooting occurred
The chief said the officer broke policy by not waiting for a supervisor to arrive after the man refused to sign a traffic citation
Chief Kurt Holden discusses how the five pillars of a successful organization − people, policy, training, supervision and discipline – drive his decision-making process
Supply chain issues, miscommunication and officers forgetting to turn cameras on have caused difficulties for the new administration
An up-close look at CA POST Command College and the University of San Diego’s Master of Science degree in Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership
Coaching isn’t just for refining top performers, it’s the key to transforming motivated individuals into peak achievers
Biometric tracking may help, but the culture of silence remains an obstacle
Larry Scirotto was fired six months into the job amid claims he made promotions based on the color of the candidates’ skin
“In over 24 years of being an officer here in Pike County, I have not observed such disrespect for law enforcement,” Sheriff David Greenwood said
The official word came days after Mayor Karen Bass publicly dismissed the concept
In the “Tying it Together” podcast, William Armstrong, 24, opens up about how he overcame the trials in his life – thanks to an officer who now works for him
Jason Dingler was captured on video stealing a handgun, a pickup truck and beer before leading police on an 11-mile pursuit
Clarifying the source of common myths and misconception and recognizing our bias is the first step to building bridges and maintaining partnerships
LAPD Chief Michel Moore blasted the policy, saying that book-and-release protocols provide no deterrent to keep people from committing crimes
“The reality is that all force, all violence is ugly. But just because force is ugly does not mean it is unlawful or contrary to (agency) policy,” Sheriff T.K. Waters said
Chief Gideon Cody is facing at least one federal lawsuit after a local prosecutor said there wasn’t sufficient evidence to justify the search
National Policing Institute honors legendary law enforcement leaders Charles H. Ramsey, Lee P. Brown
Both recipients will be honored during the IACP conference in San Diego
Creating civilian positions in key areas will bridge current vacancies and provide a fiscally responsible way to meet the needs of the communities we protect and serve
Chief Philip P. Rivera is a 28-year NYPD veteran who has served in several commanding officer roles in different precincts
“I just felt like it was time for law enforcement to be bold and to have a real conversation about the fact that this job impacts us in ways that are so negative,” Clark County Sheriff Kevin McMahill said
The Antioch PD is authorized for 115 officers; of the 95 officers on the books, only 44 are working in “full service”
The Lafayette PD uses technology like video game engines to train on consequence management, drones in the sky and a digital coaching platform
“We are asking the court to not release individuals who pose risks to the community safety,” Chief Michel Moore said
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