Edmontonians will soon learn who the city’s new chief of police is.

The Edmonton Police Commission officially posted the job in June, saying it was looking for the best candidate to lead the Edmonton Police Service as it continues to build on its successes, improve public safety and strengthen community connections throughout the city.

The commission said it used multiple surveys and more than 40 in-person engagement sessions to help inform the job posting.

The chief is the operational leader of the EPS and in addition to being responsible for delivering high-performance policing, also sets the tone for ethical, inclusive, and accountable leadership.

The commission said the chief must embody transparency, humility, and integrity in all internal and external interactions.

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