Loren MacIver
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Results-driven law enforcement executive with 29+ years of progressive leadership experience overseeing complex security, safety, and operational environments. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, manage risk, and coordinate high-stakes incident response while maintaining the highest standards of ethics, compliance, and accountability. Recognized for calm, decisive leadership under pressure and for building trusted partnerships with government, community, and private-sector stakeholders. Seeking a post-retirement security leadership role where operational expertise and executive judgment add immediate value.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Captain
Point Pleasant Police Department
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Served as Agency Operations Commander, leading a division of 40+ sworn and civilian personnel.
- Directed daily operations including staffing, scheduling, performance management, and operational readiness.
- Incident Commander for major emergencies, coordinating multi-agency responses to ensure public safety and risk mitigation.
- Primary liaison to the Point Pleasant School District, County and Municipal Courts, and external partner agencies.
- Oversaw Internal Affairs functions, ensuring compliance with policy, legal standards, and ethical best practices.
- Acted on behalf of the Chief of Police in his absence, providing executive-level decision-making and leadership continuity.
- Led hiring and recruitment efforts, strengthening workforce quality and succession planning.
- Served as Public Information Officer and media liaison, delivering clear, accurate communication during critical incidents.
Police Lieutenant
Point Pleasant Police Department
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Supervised patrol and investigative operations, ensuring effective deployment and adherence to policy.
- Mentored supervisors and emerging leaders, fostering accountability and professional development.
- Analyzed operational data to guide staffing, deployment strategies, and resource allocation.
Police Sergeant / Police Officer
Point Pleasant Police Department
2020 - 2022
- Led frontline patrol and investigative teams in high-call-volume environments.
- Conducted criminal and administrative investigations with attention to detail and procedural integrity.
- Built strong community partnerships through collaborative problem-solving initiatives.
Education
Some College Credits -
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ01-1991
Some College Credits -
Stockton University
Absecon, NJ01-1994
Skills
- Executive & Team Leadership
- Security & Safety Operations
- Crisis & Incident Command
- Investigations & Internal Affairs
- Training & Professional Development
- Interagency & Community Relations
- Ethics, Integrity & Accountability
Accomplishments
- Recognized multiple times for leadership, professionalism, and service excellence.
- Trusted advisor to executive leadership on operational risk, personnel matters, and critical incidents.
Certification
- Advanced Leadership & Command Training
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- Crisis Management & De-escalation
- Ethics & Professional Standards
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) - 24 years
Consulting & Advisory Interests
- Corporate or Campus Security Leadership
- Investigations & Internal Affairs
- Emergency Preparedness & Training
Timeline
Police Captain
Point Pleasant Police Department
01.2025 - 01.2026
Police Lieutenant
Point Pleasant Police Department
01.2022 - 01.2025
Police Sergeant / Police Officer
Point Pleasant Police Department
2020 - 2022
Some College Credits -
Ocean County College
Some College Credits -
Stockton University