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.
Meet Sgt. Gene Reid, a Delaware sergeant who calls Professional Standards the most unique and fulfilling role of his career – one rooted in accountability and integrity
When officers believe learning stops at tactics, they miss out on the broader development that sustains effectiveness throughout a career
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“Can you really blame them?” a retired Detroit Police assistant chief said
The department also has 15 peer counselors – with more to come
Members of the National Black Police Association’s Minnesota chapter hope the next generation can see themselves in their shoes in the future
The move comes as New Orleans struggles to cope with a diminishing force, low morale and increased response times
Police leaders can safely and securely share information about cybersecurity threats and cyberattacks with their counterparts in the public safety community
Effectively immediately, no more than one regular day off will be canceled per week for officers, except during certain holidays
Police leaders must assume the tremendous responsibility of leadership – to care for their people, and give them meaning, purpose and fulfillment through their work
While the report covers many areas of improvement, one devastatingly important factor current LEOs should consider is the need to share intelligence and information
This DHS-sponsored event aims to strengthen urban first response to evolving threats in day-to-day operations and during larger-scale emergency incidents
Agencies must create programs that are intentional and transparent
Since its inception, the Human Trafficking Squad has made a total of 360 arrests and eight rescues
Our goal should be to provide the support that develops resilient officers, who are emotionally, physically and spiritually prepared to handle crisis
Leaders of small departments said rural towns often have more difficulty hiring officers than larger, better-funded cities
U.S. policymakers may want to take note of the approaches adopted by England, Wales and Australia to achieve nationally integrated and intentional police education
The law creates new standards for training, conduct and accreditation of law enforcement in South Carolina
While there are differing peer support and CISD models, there are recognized best practices you should consider
“We can breach that classroom or that door as quickly as possible to get in and stop or neutralize a threat,” sheriff said
“Myself and the entire department take the rights of nursing mothers seriously,” Sheriff David Favro said
The town will have to decide whether to rebuild the police department or extend a contract with the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office
“If you leave prior to two calendar years, you’re going to reimburse us,” said Police Chief Charlie Stiegelmeyer
Today’s candidate pool wants immediate gratification. The idea of applying for a job that may take up to 12 months or longer to secure is unfathomable
What happens when there aren’t enough police officers to handle calls for service? Our citizens and the community suffer
“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
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