Chula Vista Police Department

We took the pledge! ? The Chula Vista Police Department has joined the IACP Trust Building Campaign. Along with agencies across the nation and around the globe, we’re pledging to enhance trust and collaboration between the police and the communities we serve. I’m proud of what our CVPD and City of Chula Vista team have already done to establish trust and engage with our community. This campaign is another avenue for us to strengthen these relationships, which are paramount for maintaining effective public safety in our city. I’m honored to partner in this endeavor with the International Association of Chiefs of Police — an amazing organization that continues to advance leadership and professionalism in policing worldwide. Learn more about our pledge here: https://lnkd.in/ggNHPSbU

THANKS LINKEDIN FRIENDS – WE DID IT! ?? I’m excited to announce that our Chula Vista Police Department recruiting video was voted #1 in Police1’s 2024 national recruiting video competition! Police1 is a highly respected platform in the law enforcement community, reaching a wide audience with its engaging content. To have our video recognized on this stage—and to know it’s inspiring potential police candidates—is truly an honor. I’m told we’re already getting increased calls to our recruiting unit (which is really the point, right?) and I really hope that’s the same for our partners who we competed with—especially Wausau Police Dept, who we shared some fun banter with. ???? Take a look at our BTS reel to see some of the fun my officers and staff had while making the video with TOC Public Relations. They got to be actors here—but in real life, they’re working hard, putting their lives on the line, and serving others every day.

CLICK to vote and get us to No.1!!! ? The Chula Vista Police Department is proud to announce that our 2024 Recruitment Video has been named as one of the Top 10 Police Recruiting Videos of 2024 by?Police1. But we need YOUR help to get us to No. 1! You can cast your vote from any computer or mobile device. Voting ends December 28th! https://lnkd.in/eCdHSbV7 Roxana Kennedy Dan Peak Miriam Foxx Matt Smith, JD, MS Pricilla Graton Police1

CVPD recently finalized a three year pay contract, with a total of 16% increase over the next three years! Top step officer pay is now $122,225 for 2024-2025 fiscal year. New officers can expect to reach top step pay within 4 years and lateral officers may be eligible for top step pay based on experience!

Welcome our graduating class of new officers, forging a legacy of service and dedication. Let’s cheer them on as they pave the way for future recruits to follow in their footsteps. Say hello, show your support, and together, let’s make our streets safer and our communities stronger!

Success is a team effort, and our officers are the epitome of cooperation and collaboration. Join our team and be a part of something greater than yourself!?#joincvpd?#communityPolicing?#ChulaVista #hiring

Recently, an elderly female with Alzheimer’s wandered away from her home. She had fallen and injured her arm and hand. Juan saw the woman was in distress and stepped in to try to find out where she lived to escort her home, but she was unable to remember her address, so Juan called us and waited with the woman until officers arrived. Because of Juan’s kindness, the woman was able to receive medical attention and was reunited with family. Juan’s compassion inspired officers to give him a $50 Acts of Kindness gift card. Way to go, Juan!

It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the loss of Assistant Chief Phil Collum, who passed away over the weekend after his brave battle against a rare form of cancer.?He was surrounded by family and friends, including his loving husband, William. Assistant Chief Collum dedicated 29 years of service to this department and his beloved community. He will be remembered not only for all of?his accomplishments and charitable works, but also for being an amazing husband, loyal friend, passionate leader, and trusted mentor to many. He was a true hero in every sense?and will be greatly missed?by his loved ones, his CVPD family, and the community. Details about his memorial arrangements will be shared as they become available, for those who would like to honor and celebrate his life. Rest in peace, Assistant Chief Collum... your CVPD family loves you and will never forget you. In honor of Collum's memory, his family kindly asks that in lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to the Phillip Collum Scholarship Fund established in partnership with Heart of Life, link here: https://lnkd.in/gy34X8zA Full press release here: https://bit.ly/43WRszC

To be a patrol officer is to uphold the sacred trinity of duty, honor and respect, for they are the keys to unlocking a life of true service and fulfillment. We greatly appreciate the service our officers provide day in and day out for the City of Chula Vista!