Providence Mayor Brett Smiley has set in motion the search for the city’s 38th police chief. Smiley says the next chief will set in motion a community policing stratagey. The job description is now on line. Under the system in place, the Mayor, Colonel Hugh Clements will review candidates for qualifications.
“Colonel Clements has built an incredible command staff and has led the Department with distinction for over 10 years,” said Mayor Brett Smiley. “We are looking for the right individual to lead our police force to ensure everyone that lives, works and visits our city feels safe. Our next Chief of Police will build on Providence’s community policing strategy, which is why I am proud we developed a process that engages Providence residents and businesses in selecting the next Chief.”
A final set of candidates will be interviewed and then appear at a community forum on February 8.
Mayor Smiley will make the final decision.
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