Choosing the right chief isn’t just about filling a vacancy. It’s about selecting a leader who can build trust, drive improvement, and deliver safety in a way that reflects your community’s values.  At 21CP Solutions, we specialize in helping cities, towns, campuses, and agencies find and support the right leaders for today and tomorrow. Our comprehensive, community-centered executive search support ensures that your next chief reflects not just law enforcement credentials, but also cultural competence, integrity, and a vision for 21st-century policing. Beyond recruitment, we provide strategic coaching and onboarding guidance to help new chiefs start their tenure on the right foot; building momentum, fostering community trust, and positioning them for lasting success.

Have you ever wondered, “What would Charles Ramsey do?” While every community’s needs are unique, we believe great leaders combine practical wisdom, empathy, and accountability—qualities exemplified by our founding partners and all the former chiefs who work with our team. We help you find leaders who think and act with that same real-world savvy.

What We Offer

Lead National Search Efforts

We support broad, nationwide recruitment processes designed to find the best fit for your community.

• Leverage our deep network of public safety professionals across the country

• Target outreach to attract high-quality candidates

• Provide end-to-end search logistics, from posting to offer

• Lay the groundwork for seamless transition and onboarding from the outset

Engage Your Community

Community input is vital not just for hiring but for ongoing leadership success.

• Facilitate listening sessions, town halls, and stakeholder interviews

• Gather input from residents, faith leaders, business owners, youth, and others

• Incorporate feedback into candidate selection and evaluation

• Build community buy-in to support new leadership from day one

Tailor Position Descriptions

We help you define what leadership looks like in your community, reflecting your values and goals.

• Draft position descriptions aligned with your needs and aspirations

• Reflect community-specific challenges, goals, and expectations

• Build clarity around priorities like transparency, collaboration, and more

• Ensure alignment that eases the onboarding and early leadership stages

Support Interview Panels

We bring experience and objectivity to your hiring process preparing panels to identify leaders who fit.

• Advise on panel composition to ensure balance and fairness

• Design interview questions and evaluation tools

• Help panels assess alignment between candidates and community priorities

• Guide panels on identifying candidates with leadership qualities suited to long-term success

Beyond the Hire: Leadership Development & Support

Selecting a chief is only the beginning. At 21CP, we provide ongoing support to help new leaders succeed and agencies thrive.

Strategic Coaching for New and Current Leaders

Our coaching helps chiefs translate vision into action and navigate the complexities of their role.

• Support new chiefs in navigating the critical first 100 days with purpose and transparency

• Provide coaching for seasoned leaders adapting to evolving challenges and community expectations

• Help chiefs align leadership style with community needs and internal culture

• Offer guidance on strategic planning, change management, and trust-building

• Serve as a confidential sounding board for decision-making, crisis response, and communication

• Connect leaders with peer mentors, advisors, and specialized resources

Onboarding Guidance for a Strong Start

We ensure new leaders build a strong foundation for success from day one.

• Develop a tailored onboarding plan based on agency needs and local context

• Facilitate introductions with key stakeholders—internal and external—to foster early trust

• Identify early wins and high-impact priorities to focus leadership efforts

• Provide insight into agency culture, past challenges, and current dynamics

• Support communication strategies to set expectations and reinforce transparency

• Build a roadmap for long-term success in partnership with elected leaders and community stakeholders

Not Just a Hire—A Lasting Impact

Whether replacing a retiring leader, filling an interim vacancy, or charting a bold new direction, 21CP Solutions helps you find, onboard, and support the right person to lead with integrity, purpose, and accountability—ensuring your community’s safety and trust for years to come.  Contact us at info@21cpsolutions.com or visit our Contact Us page to start a conversation about how we can support your executive search, onboarding, or leadership development needs.