Message from Chief Doug Muldoon

Police Chief Muldoon began his career in Palm Bay in August 1976 working in all sections of the agency and has served on the senior staff since 1983.  He has a BA degree in Public Administration from the University of Central Florida.  He is also a graduate of the 153rd Session of the FBI National Academy and subsequently served as the FBINAA Florida chapter President in 1998.  In July 2005 Muldoon was elected to the Executive National Board of Directors for this International Association.  He is also a graduate of the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar, (52nd Session), FDLE Executive Institute Senior Leadership Program, the Certified Public Manager Program and Leadership Brevard.  Muldoon said, "We've certainly come a long way with our innovative uses of technology for law enforcement applications on a State, National and International level.  I plan to continue these programs, expand them and create new opportunities that will take this agency to the next level."

Among the challenges Muldoon will face is a forecasted turnover in experienced staff due to projected retirements.  In the next five years the department will lose at least 17 officers with 20 or more years experience.  "This is the first time we will be experiencing some major turnover in the agency," Muldoon added.  "It creates an opportunity for mentoring the future leaders of this organization as we have a wealth of in-house talent." 

Muldoon's appointment to Chief is the first time in over 36 years an internal member of the department has been selected to assume command.  "I am confident that Chief Muldoon's experience and enthusiasm will serve the City well in his new capacity," said City Manager. 

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