Police Chief search

You can learn about the search process and know the opportunities to provide input.

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Search process

You can see the process the City is using to hire a new Police Chief.

Community engagement

You can attend a listening session put on by City Council members across Minneapolis.

Police Chief search overview

The search for the next City of Minneapolis Police Chief has begun.

This is an overview of the process: 

  • The City hired an executive search firm, Public Sector Search & Consulting (PSSC), to oversee the search process. 
  • The community, stakeholders will provide input. 
  • PSSC will oversee the recruitment.
  • A list of recommended finalists will be presented to the Mayor for review. 
  • Mayor Frey will nominate a candidate for City Council consideration. 
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