Appointment of Police Chief

Posted 03/17/10

City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher announces the permanent appointment of Kim Hankins as the new Moline Police Chief. Mr. Hankins has served as interim Police Chief since January 18, 2010.

Kim Hankins is a 30-year veteran of the Moline Police Department who began his career with the City in January of 1980 as a police officer. Kim has served as sergeant, training sergeant, lieutenant and has been a police captain with Moline since 2005. He holds several instructor certifications, and has served as Field Training Officer, Range Officer and Bicycle Patrol Coordinator. He was appointed Chief Coordinator and Manager of the department’s move to the new headquarters facility in 2007. Kim was also a recipient of the Moline Police Departments Meritorious Achievement & Distinguished Service Award.

Chief Hankins will serve as a profound role model for the Police Department within the law enforcement community and Moline citizenry. His customer service orientation will firmly contribute to improving the organization’s responsiveness to local concerns and issues.

“Kim Hankins management skills will continue the long tradition of strong law enforcement administration within the Moline Police Department and his leadership style will enhance the overall performance of the organization, particularly during these financially challenging times for the City when employees are being asked to maintain existing service levels with fewer resources,” said Lew Steinbrecher, City Administrator.

“Kim possesses the abilities, integrity, and mental aptitude to carry out the responsibilities of the Police chief’s position, and to balance the internal administrative duties of the job with the external community relationship-building expectations,” said Steinbrecher.

Kim was selected from a very strong field of candidates, including Chiefs and Commanders from other communities and two other internal Captains.

“I am very excited to accept the position of Chief of Police of the Moline Police Department. The people who work for the department, both past and present, have been dedicated to providing the best protection and service to this community, said Kim Hankins, Police Chief. “I am proud to have been a part of that tradition and am especially honored to serve as the head of this great organization. I look forward to working with other city officials and departments in a concerted effort to assure the highest level of public safety and service to our community.”

Confirmation of Kim Hankins’ appointment as the new Moline Police Chief will take place at the March 23, 2010 City Council meeting.