Leadership
Colonie Police Chief James “Jay” Gerace shares how a just culture balances accountability with support for his officers
At NASRO’s National School Safety Conference, attendees used live exercises — from QR code polls to a shared Google Doc — to surface challenges and capture solutions for school safety
Community policing activities, like the Norwich PD Ice Cream Patrol, create and strengthen officers bonds with the people they serve
It’s tough out there, so leaders must offer hope
Get together with everyone on your shift or unit and decide on at least one transformational goal that you are all passionate about to achieve
Of importance is to show your communities you are part of the 99% who put the uniform on daily and carry out their duties with dignity and pride
Every citizen contact is an opportunity to provide a positive, professional and respectful interaction with law enforcement
In a recent webinar, Ret. Col. Brenda Dietzman provided examples of what can impede or enhance promotional opportunities
Police leaders and those on the front lines should wonder what a Biden/Harris White House would mean for law enforcement
It will require imagination and ingenuity to address current officer shortages and recruitment challenges
Agencies must implement initiatives to ensure LEOs remain dedicated to the communities that need them more than ever
Advance your career and better serve your community by leveraging the right training and certification programs
The decisions we make in law enforcement should be based on the best available evidence
From poor management to politics to clunky software, officers share what gets under their skin
Hundreds of thousands of good-hearted, well-trained officers choose to stand between the righteous citizenry and danger
Saturday’s rally was organized by community members and drew a mix of LAPD officers, their families and Angelenos who feel that LE is being unfairly maligned
What is different about current anti-LE sentiments is that the conversation is being held online. Does your agency’s communication strategy reflect that new reality?
This phrase should be the hallmark of law enforcement leadership, not only when the waters are rough, but also in times of calm
Investing in supervisors is an investment in law enforcement’s future
When asked about their thoughts on leaving law enforcement, only a third said they will ‘remain on the job as long as possible’
The data was leaked after a breach at a Houston-based web development firm that handles websites for several PDs
Not yet six months into her job as chief, Jami Resch is stepping down
The personal risks and magnitude of suffering with the pandemic are something no one should have to face alone
Caring about people builds positive culture – here’s how to accomplish that
A random encounter with a Latvian prompted my commitment to learn something new every day
We’re all spending more time at home because of COVID-19 – here’s how to put some of that time to use for your career
A positive attitude and decisive action are critical during any crisis
Chief Robert Frankland is taking on a position his late father held for six years
During hard times, it can be difficult to remember the good you or your employees have done, but that’s the heart of workplace engagement
Considering the ever-changing developments related to the COVID-19 pandemic, good planning is especially valuable right now
Brown retired from the Dallas Police Department in 2016
As public safety agencies across the country adapt response models, we must not forget the need to adapt leadership strategies
MOST POPULAR
- Enhancing recruitment and retention: Employee child care for law enforcement agencies
- California Highway Patrol celebrates 50 years of women in its ranks
- 4 tests to help officers survive ethical dilemmas
- Ga. city fires police chief, suspends nearly entire police force due to ongoing investigation
- Leadership development series: 6 enduring stoic leadership lessons