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Frank Donchez
Assistant District Attorney at Northampton County
Experienced Chief Of Police with a demonstrated history of working in the government administration industry. Skilled in Crisis Management, Budget Preparation/Management, Media Relations, Community Relations, Change Implementation, and Inter-Organizational Projects. Strong leadership professional graduated from Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law.
Articles
Professional Development and TrainingPublic Safety
Training: The Bridge Between Plans and Performance in Emergencies
<p class="mb-4">When disasters strike, the difference between chaos and coordinated action rarely comes down to plans on paper- it hinges on how well ...
January 29, 2026Read article
Leadership PerspectivesPublic Safety
Leadership Under Pressure: Balancing Ethics, Emotion, and Reform in Policing
<p class="mb-4">One of the defining characteristics of effective leadership in modern policing is ethical consistency. When leaders apply principles a...
January 14, 2026Read article
Hiring and OnboardingLeadership PerspectivesSustainability
Institutional Memory Matters: The Case for Retaining Workers Past 60
<p class="mb-4">Understanding the value of age diversity is critical for effective workforce planning and leadership. As organizations face increasing...
August 29, 2025Read article
Public SafetyHiring and Onboarding
Protect and Serve with Clarity: The Case for Better Police Training
<p class="mb-4">The image of a police officer is often defined by a few key skills: the tactical prowess of a self-defense expert and the precision of...
August 4, 2025Read article
Public SafetyEducation
Scam Jams and Beyond: Innovative Community Tactics to Stop Fraud
<p class="mb-4">Local governments are on the front lines of public safety, yet one of the most pervasive threats—scams targeting vulnerable population...
July 10, 2025Read article
Public SafetyHiring and OnboardingLeadership Perspectives
Effective Police Leadership: The Key to Officer Satisfaction and Retention
<p class="mb-4">Recruiting and retaining top-tier personnel is one of the most pressing issues facing municipal police agencies today. As cities evolv...
June 25, 2025Read article
Public SafetyLeadership Perspectives
The Frontlines of Democracy: Safeguarding City Leaders from Harm
<p class="mb-4">The recent violent attacks against politicians in Minnesota have sent a chilling message to communities across the state. These tragic...
June 18, 2025Read article
Public Safety
Strengthening Town and Gown Partnerships for Safer Communities
<p class="mb-4">The relationship between a municipality and the college or university within its boundaries is often a delicate dance, particularly wh...
June 11, 2025Read article
AdvocacyPublic SafetyTechnology
When the Camera Clicks, Justice Sticks: Objectivity on the Road
<p class="mb-4">Racial profiling in traffic stops and the escalation of some police-motorist interactions to violence are deeply concerning societal c...
June 5, 2025Read article
Hiring & OnboardingLeadership Perspectives
The Loyalty Lens: Focusing on Why Employees Choose to Remain
<p class="mb-4">For years, organizations have leaned on exit interviews to glean insights into why employees leave. While valuable, these post-mortem ...
May 31, 2025Read article
Health and Mental WellnessPublic Safety
Running the Gauntlet: The Uphill Battle for Police Fitness
<p class="mb-4">In a profession where the unexpected is the norm, and a split-second decision can mean the difference between life and death, the phys...
May 23, 2025Read article
Public PolicyPublic Safety
The Prosecutor’s Chessboard: Strategic Moves for Community Safety
<p class="mb-4">As an Assistant District Attorney, my primary responsibility is to seek justice for the victims of crime and ensure the safety of our ...
May 20, 2025Read article
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