About The authorMy name is Kim Edmondson. I am a law enforcement professional by trade, but primarily by calling. Through my experience with the Organizational Leadership program at Gonzaga University, I have strengthened that calling and redefined what that means for me. I hope to suggest to other law enforcement professionals how they might reignite the flame that was once their calling as well.
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My Leadership philosophy |
My journey has led me to this thought about my leadership philosophy today; as simple as it may seem, our thoughts do ultimately determine our destiny. This occurs through our personal vision, mission, or credo, as it may be. Effective leaders must have a vision of their future. That vision – that destiny - must begin with a thought.
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My History |
I began my career with the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office in 1992. Starting in the jail, I worked as a training officer, instructor, Detention Sergeant and Administrative Sergeant. I transferred to the Patrol Division and later promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in January 2004. Following my promotion to Lieutenant, I commanded the Detective Division until 2009. In 2009, I transferred back to the Jail.
I was promoted to Captain in 2011 and commanded the Services Division at the Jail. I was appointed to the rank of Major in July 2014, and currently command the Jail Bureau. I am a 1990 graduate of North Idaho College graduating with an A.A.S. in Commercial Design. In 2013, I graduated from Lewis Clark State College earning a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Communication. I also hold a Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University. I have attended over 1800 hours of Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training courses, hold a Management Certificate, and Advanced Certifications in both Detention and Patrol. I am an FBI Command College graduate, FBI LEEDA graduate and a graduate of the 243rd Session of the FBI National Academy. |
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