Down to 298 police officers–less 50 since a year ago due to retirements and defections to other departments–the city has opened a recruitment drive with the
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Category: Law Enforcement
For Top Cop Search Preference For Higher Education But College Degree Not Required
Bridgeport’s next chief of police must have 10 years of urban law enforcement experience with a minimum of five years of command skills serving a
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Watch: Consultant Discusses Details Of Police Chief Search
Dr. Jessie Lee, a senior consultant with the International Association of Chiefs of Police that is working with the Civil Service Office in preparation of
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Ganim Announces Timeline, Forums For Police Chief Search
News release from Mayor’s Office: Mayor Ganim confirmed today that preparations for the nomination of a Police Chief have begun. The International Association of Chiefs
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After Arrest, City Councilman Castillo Threatens To Sue City
From Brian Lockhart, CT Post: A council member arrested last summer after allegedly threatening the head of public facilities has notified the city he intends
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City Announces $1,500 Bonus Pay For Front Line Covid Workers
From Mayor’s Office: Mayor Ganim joined City Employees and Board of Education this afternoon at the Margaret E. Morton Government Center to announce that essential
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City Inks Contract With Firm To Lead Search For New Police Chief
News release from Mayor’s Office: Mayor Joe Ganim announced today that he has signed the contract with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP).
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City Closes In On Police Organization To Assist With National Search For Chief
The city’s on the verge of hiring the International Association of Chiefs of Police to help helm the national search for a new top cop.
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