Visionary Police Chief: Community-Focused Leader

Posted 4 days ago

city of sacramentoSacramento (CA)

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

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About the role

The City of Sacramento seeks a Police Chief who is a visionary, inspirational leader with strong leadership presence and exceptional public speaking and people-management skills. The role requires building trust with the community, guiding the department, and collaborating with regional agencies to strengthen public safety and accountability. Ideal candidates will value transparency, equity, and partnerships with community organizations, and will implement modern policing practices while

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