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wrong but seek compassion in the gray , are ethical decision makers , serve everyone as equals , be willing to pay the ultimate sacrifice in protecting the community if called upon to do so , and maintain a realistic level of self confidence that is earned , developed , and strengthened over time that all of the characteristics and traits previously listed will become ingrained in each officer over time . They will willingly do things that will become resume entries , and their track records will be amazing . And yes , you will leave behind a legacy that is legendary .
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1 . In my 8th Grade yearbook ( Class of 1971 ) I listed that I wanted to be a teacher even though I knew long before then that I wanted to be a police officer . I doubted myself and my potential and would add that teacher was a second choice .
2 . My Dad passed away in July of 2014 and my wife Kath and I moved to Florida in November of 2014 .
3 . At the time I had graduated from college and was working for the Highway Department where many days I worked on the trash truck . Dream # 1 had been realized .
4 . In addition , I had the honor of being an Instructor in the Police Academy
5 . This was an auxiliary position that was volunteer , unarmed , and we were used at special events like the annual carnival at the Catholic Church
6 . This becomes even more significant in the discussion of having a Police Chief vs . a Director of Public Safety at the helm of a police department .
7 . James Q . Wilson and George Kelling ( 1982 )
8 . The reason for passing over a more senior officer may not be a factor in causing tension between these officers especially if the promotion is justified via the fair and open promotional process .. Just the fact that the officer ( s ) was by-passed may lead to a disgruntled and non-cooperative officer who can impact the department like a spreading cancer .
9 . Yes , we all make mistakes and will continue to make mistakes . The question , however , is are they the same mistakes that have not been learned from ; and , do our expectations of others match how we are willing to be ?
10 . Police Chiefs In-Service entitled " Leadership and Management : Past , Present , and Future " presented by William S . Westfall on Thursday , September 20 , 2007 .
11 . We should also never forget the many civilian heroes whose sacrifices that horrible day helped save many others , some strangers .
Contributors ’ opinions and statements are not purported to define official NJSACOP policy or imply NJSACOP endorsement .
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