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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.

Sheridan Police Chief Jeffrey A. Martinez discusses the value of standing for what’s right, fostering trust, and building a culture of respect and professionalism
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Each president and Congress can make life a little easier or more difficult for cops, and sometimes it’s a guessing game as to which way the new guys will lean
A chief in Washington State thinks so and is encouraging his cops to sleep on the job
Two chiefs will be assigned to each eight-hour shift, according to an NYPD memo
Building up a toolkit of leadership traits to both improve your performance on patrol and your promotional opportunities
Guidance for officers looking to promote and police chiefs looking to develop a leadership pipeline
The discussion focused on the importance of high-quality leadership, training and mentoring of patrol officers and field personnel by their direct supervisors
Chief Paul Wegner believes it is a viable solution that he’s willing to try in order to save his staff
Here’s a look at how the historically high prices have changed law enforcement operations
This report is a hard read, but necessary for police leaders around the country
Four employees filed EOCC complaints after they were passed over for promotions
With each new subordinate comes a new chance for personal and professional development
How supported do officers and deputies feel by their first-line supervisors, chiefs and sheriffs? Experts discuss key findings from Police1’s State of the Industry survey
A lawsuit alleges that Officer Matt Dillon, 39, is “a known ally and political supporter of the mayor”
“We cannot claim any officer is an expert in use of force unless they are an expert in use of force”
As fuel prices skyrocket, look for ways to control fuel costs now, prepare for the long-term and address employee morale
St. Paul community members will be able to discuss baseline qualifications
Judge Ketanji Jackson, who comes from a police family, had previously won the support of the FOP
Deputy Chief Travis Martinez won awarded last week for his role in capturing the fugitive as well as other crime-solving initiatives
An investigation supported allegations that the chief made promotions based on race, gender and sexual orientation, with a minority-first agenda
The FTO isn’t always right
Nine of the top 10 officers are eligible to retire as of July 1
Good communication in public safety agencies relies on understanding basic communication dynamics and building trust
The leadership journey is challenging and rewarding. Just remember to leave ego at the door
Manny Morales took the helm in October after a tumultuous six months that led to the firing of Art Acevedo
A supervisor brought a potentially live pipe bomb to training, officials said
Chief Luther Reynolds says the experienced has reinforced his commitment to policing and serving others
Former Chief La’Ron Singletary claims he was fired for refusing to lie during the death investigation of Daniel Prude
Three critical factors – one more than others – shape an agency’s spirit
The best leaders continually study leadership principles so they can adapt their responses to various situations and crises