The City of Dallas is on the hunt for a new head of police as City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert confirmed plans for a nationwide search to find the next Dallas Police Department (DPD) Chief of Police. The announcement, part of Tolbert's "Building on Our Momentum: The Journey Forward" initiative, aims to find a visionary leader to usher DPD into its next phase, as reported by the City of Dallas bulletin.
In the same vein, Dallas will launch an expansive search for a new Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR) Chief on or before February 14. Details on that search are expected to be released next week. Both high-profile positions are planned to be filled by early spring, with the City engaging Public Sector Search & Consulting, Inc. (PSSC) to lead the effort. Emphasizing the importance of this undertaking, Chief Dominique Artis, Chief of Public Safety, highlighted their expectations for a diverse list of highly qualified candidates and their unwavering commitment to public safety.
After Chief Eddie Garcia's retirement, Michael T. Igo stepped in as the interim Dallas Police Chief last September. With this new search, the City is seeking a leader with a strong background in enhancing trust and legitimacy, nurturing innovation, and reducing crime effectively. According to the city's memo, all of these qualities are essential for the next chief to succeed in fostering a safe environment for one of the largest cities in the U.S.
