Prescott Chief of Police moves to Yavapai College
Yavapai College President Dr. Penny Wills opened the District Governing Board meeting August 9, 2016 by welcoming Jerald Monahan the new Yavapai College Chief of Police. Monahan was formerly the Prescott Chief of Police. His his ties to Prescott were considered important in making the final selection for a Yavapai College Chief of Police.
Chief Monahan assumed his new position in June. He had been selected April 25 by the College after a national search and was selected from a group of 5 finalists based upon his expertise and ties to the local community.
“I was pleased to be able to move to Prescott for my present position; and am thankful for the opportunity to serve in a similar role at Yavapai College,” said Monahan in a City of Prescott press release. “I’ve been teaching Administration of Criminal Justice there, have enjoyed it immensely and am looking forward to working for an institution with an educational focus.”
Monahan holds a Master of Science degree in Leadership and Disaster Preparedness and a Bachelor’s of Science in Public Administration from Grand Canyon University. During his distinguished public safety career, Monahan has received numerous awards for his strong advocacy against sexual assault and domestic violence.