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Vicki L H Myers

Police Chief, Law Enforcement

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Vicki L H Myers's Bio:

Vicki L. H. Myers is the Chief of Police of Seaside, California and the Chief of Police of Pacific Grove, California.  Both cities are located on the beautiful Monterey Peninsula. Chief Myers has more than 27 years of law enforcement experience.  Chief Myers served in Michigan and Arizona before accepting the Chief of Police position in Seaside, California. Chief Vicki Myers strives to deliver the highest level of service possible, using efficient and cost effective measures.  She believes in accountability at all levels and has earned a reputation as an open, caring, ethical, no non-sense leader.  Chief Myers believes in a multi-faceted approach to address crime and community issues, including evidence based practices, collaboration, intervention, prevention, technology, regional efforts, and civil remedies. Vicki Myers was the first female promoted to Lieutenant and Chief Deputy within the Ingham County Sheriff's Office.  At the time of her promotion to Chief Deputy, Vicki Myers was the highest ranking female in any Sheriff's Office in the State of Michigan.  Chief Myers is also the first female to serve as Chief of Police in Seaside and Pacific Grove, California.   Vicki Myers has extensive law enforcement experience, including experience as a Deputy, Field Training Officer, Dive Team Member, Canine Handler and Trainer, Sergeant, Lieutenant and Chief Deputy (Ingham County, MI), and as a Commander and Interim Police Chief (Mesa, AZ).   In addition to her formal education, Vicki Myers is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, the DOJ Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar, and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Leadership in Police Organizations. Chief Vicki Myers has received numerous awards and recognition throughout her career, to include: -1992 Commendation by the Ingham County Prosecuting Attorney's Office for her investigation and prosecution of a rape, resulting in a conviction of multiple charges.  Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Michael Ferency described her (Vicki Myers) work as:  "superlative," stating her "original investigation was thorough; her reports were well written, detailed and factually accurate," and her "follow-up and assistance in trial preparation was excellent.  In trial (Vicki Myers) assistance was invaluable... All in all, (Vicki Myers) ranks among the highest caliber law enforcement officers in our community." -1994 Officer of the Year (Ingham County, MI) with special recognition from then Governor, John Engler.    -1998 Commendation by the Criminal Justice Women of MI for "...unusal, valuable, or oustanding service..." -2002 Clarissa Young Award for: "Professional Demonstration of Service in the LIne of Duty, Unusual Thoroughness, Conscientiousness, Determination, and Initiative." -2003 Ingham County Commendation for the response and handling of a tanker truck loaded with hazardous material that crashed into a gas station causing the driver to be pinned inside the tanker truck. -2007 Ingham County Commendation for the investigation and successful prosecution of suspects who murdered 7 year old boy.  

Vicki L H Myers's Experience:

  • Chief of Police at Pacific Grove Police Department

    2012 - Present | Pacific Grove, California

    Chief of Police for the Pacific Grove Police Department. The Pacific Grove Police Department serves the Pacific Grove community, which has a population of approximately 15,000 residents. The Police Department is comprised of approximately 32 professional men and women, with an operating budget of approximately $5.5 million.

  • Chief of Police at Seaside Police Department

    2010 - Present | Seaside, California

    Chief of Police for the Seaside Police Department. The Seaside Police Department serves the Seaside community, which has a population of approximately 34,000 residents. The Police Department is comprised of approximately 50 professional men and women, with an operating budget of approximately $10.5 million.

  • Interim Chief of Police at Mesa Police Department

    August 2009 - March 2010 | Mesa, Arizona

    Interim Chief of Police for the Mesa Police Department. The Mesa Police Department serves the Mesa community, which has a population of approximately 460,000 residents. The Mesa Police Department is comprised of approximately 1,300 professional men and women, with an operating budget of approximately $145 million.

  • Police Commander at Mesa Police Department

    2007 - 2010 | Mesa, Arizona

    Served as Police Commander for the Superstition Division, Police Commander for the Dobson Division, and Operations Commander for the Assistant Chief of Operations in the Mesa Police Department.

  • Chief Deputy at Ingham County Sheriff's Office

    1997 - 2006 | Ingham County, Michigan

    Served as Chief Deputy for the Ingham County Sheriff's Office, with direct oversight of the Law Enforcement Division, and indirect oversight of the Corrections Division and the Staff Services Division. The Ingham County Sheriff's Office serves all of Ingham County, which has a population of approximately 285,000 residents. The Ingham County Sheriff's Office is comprised of 221 professional men and women, with an operating budget of approximately $21 million.

  • Lieutenant at Ingham County Sheriff's Office

    1995 - 1997 | Ingham County, Michigan

    Served as a mid-level manager, charged with directing activities in both law enforcement and corrections.

  • Sergeant at Ingham County Sheriff's Office

    1992 - 1995 | Ingham County, Michigan

    Served as a first line Patrol Supervisor , Field Training Supervisor, and Canine Unit Trainer/Supervisor in the Law Enforcement Division.

  • Deputy at Ingham County Sheriff's Office

    1988 - 1992 | Ingham County, Michigan

    Served as a law enforcement Deputy, Field Training Officer and Dive Team Member.

Vicki L H Myers's Education:

  • IACP Leadership in Police Organizations, Phoenix, Arizona

    Concentration: Law Enforcement Leadership

  • Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

    Concentration: MI Political Leadership Program

  • DOJ Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar, Quantico, Virginia

    Concentration: Law Enforcement Executive Development

  • Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan

    M.P.A.
    Concentration: Public Administration

  • National Sheriff's Association

    Concentration: Executive Level Management

  • Northwood University, Midland, Michigan

    B.A. (Magna Cum Laude)
    Concentration: Business Administration

  • F.B.I. National Academy, Quantico, Virginia

    Concentration: Law Enforcement Leadership and Executive Training

  • Lansing Community College, Lansing, Michigan

    1996 – 1997
    Concentration: Criminal Justice Leadership Academy

  • Lansing Community College, Lansing, Michigan

    A.A. (Magna Cum Laude)
    Concentration: Dual Degrees: Business and Law Enforcement

  • Michigan Sheriffs' Association Undersheriffs' School, Lansing, Michigan

    Concentration: Law Enforcement Executive Development and Training

  • Lansing Community College, Lansing, Michigan

    Law Enforcement Certification
    Concentration: 41st Police Academy

Vicki L H Myers's Interests & Activities:

Vicki Myers interests and activities include: church, family, friends, pets, reading, and community service. She volunteers with and serves many worthy causes. While attending the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, Vicki Myers volunteered her time to assist those less fortunate, which prompted the FBI Academy Assistant Director to send a letter of appreciation praising Vicki Myers for her service. Vicki Myers has also served as the Chair Person for the Capital Area United Way, and the Vice President and President for the Zonta Club of East Lansing Area and Foundation.




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