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.
Chief Chris Moore explains why closing communication gaps, enhancing interoperability, and securing mobile platforms are critical to officer safety and rapid emergency response
The department hired more recruits in early 2025 than in any year since 2019, crediting social media outreach, Instagram Live Q&As and community partnerships for the rebound
Too often, police leaders seem to believe that ‘bad officers’ only flourish in someone else’s back yard and not their own
“The police department is held together with duct tape and overtime,” union officials said
Lori Lightfoot’s speech during a graduation and promotion ceremony was met with criticism from the PD, the city’s leaders and fallen officers’ family members
Make a to-do list to help you stay on-task and prevents assignments from being overlooked
This newest addition to the FBI’s executive development repertoire was crafted for small agency heads who have not attended the FBI National Academy
“This has torn this community apart,” one city council member said during an emotional meeting
The program was launched this month and employs officers who transitioned from correctional duties to assist on ambulance calls as needed
Cedric Alexander will work on better coordinating the city’s police, fire, 911, emergency management and violence prevention programs
The officers’ attorney said she would first seek new trial dates and, if that didn’t work, she would appeal the verdicts
“I think there’s more pressure on chiefs than before. It’s been a tough few years in law enforcement,” one chief said
Officer Shakita Warren says constant communication with recruits is key
A recent measure was passed to clear the way for the city to offer six deputy police chiefs a $300,000 payment to retire
If approved by voters, the ballot measure would give the board the authority to remove a sheriff “for cause” on a four-fifths vote of the five-member panel
The officers who filed the lawsuit said they missed family gatherings and were unable to secure off-duty jobs due to the on-call rules
Early intervention systems take time and work to develop and implement and there is no “one size fits all” solution
A long-forgotten event demonstrates how a complex and rapidly changing tragedy draws on experience, teamwork, commitment and fortitude
“We want to recapture that time so that we can focus our efforts on being visible in city neighborhoods and addressing violent crime,” Chief Paul Noel said
Checklists and reporting systems are key steps to reducing risk in all professions, including law enforcement
“When the [community] sees things, they’ve got to let us know so we can intervene. The police can’t do it all,” Chief Scott Thurmond said
Anne Kirkpatrick said her firing came in retaliation for exposing abuses of power and corruption within the commission
“I’m sorry, but when you are waiting on a phone to ring, that is not work,” LMPD Chief Erika Shields said
“It’s not about the money. It’s about job satisfaction and appreciation,” said a sergeant who resigned after 12 years
The CBS special, “Code Blue: Officers in crisis,” takes a deeper look at what the department can do to provide better mental health support for officers
Trust and respect are earned with time and effort, not the stars on your collar
“There are decisions being made that jeopardize my safety and make me question what the future will hold for a Kenly police officer,” a now-resigned officer said
The new iPhone 13 Pro Max cellphones will allow officers to work on their phones instead of at the station
Recent statistics show dispatchers routed 25% of the 2,400 mental health calls from January to March 2022 – not the 50% of calls the program promised
Small acts of leadership may be the most powerful when it comes to building morale and improving retention
An official said use of the department’s mental health and wellness programs are the highest they have been
“Our neighborhoods deserve better and should not have to tolerate continuing illegal activity. This neighborhood became a better place today,” Sheriff Chip Simmons said
Ask yourself what leadership approach works best within the culture of your department
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