Mayor David Martin announced today the Police Chief search will continue
Stamford’s search for the City’s next Police Chief will be led by Director of Human Resources Al Cava with assistance from the Police Executive Research Forum. Cava has many decades of experience hiring executive-level officials in other municipalities — including Police and Fire Chiefs. Stamford contracted PERF for its Police Chief search due to the firm’s reputation of specializing in placing police executives. The City’s contract with PERF covers a continued search until a candidate is successfully approved by the Board of Representatives. The same terms and conditions of the original agreement apply.
This search will focus on the qualifications necessary for Stamford’s Police Chief, including: experience in community-engaged policing strategies; contemporary policing practices in diverse urban communities; cultural awareness and sensitivity; experience engaging young and immigrant communities; experience with progressive management and leadership training; advanced skills in technology; and advanced educational degrees.