Brookline Partners With PERF For Police Chief Hiring Process

BROOKLINE, MA — The Town of Brookline has partnered with Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) to assist in the search for a new police chief.

PERF will work with the town and stakeholders to identify a nationwide pool of candidates by engaging community members to determine the profile of an ideal candidate, recruiting and evaluating possible candidates, and performing background checks.

The town has committed maintaining an inclusive, equitable and progressive approach to policing by working in partnership with the community and reforming its police services. Officials say they seek a chief who will work toward the goals established by the Select Board and the ideals of the community.

"We feel that community involvement is crucial in searching for Brookline's next permanent police chief," said Town Administrator Mel Kleckner in a statement. "We want to hear from our residents about the qualities and characteristics that they hope to see in the ideal police chief candidate. This is our community's chance to share their thoughts and voice their opinions, and we urge them to participate."

Residents are asked to participate in an online survey to share their priorities for the next police chief. Two virtual community forums will also be held on the following dates:

• Thursday, Oct. 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. Sign up here.
• Monday, Nov. 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. Sign up here.

Read more about Brookline's Search for a new police chief:

• Brookline Begins Search For New Police Chief
• Brookline's Search For New Police Chief To Include Public Input