Ryan Gagnon
Holly,MI
Summary
Local government leader with 27+ years in law enforcement, guiding operations, policy development, and interagency coordination. Known for budget analysis, stakeholder relations, and clear communication that strengthens outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Police
Auburn Hills Police Department
Auburn Hills, Michigan
02.2022 - Current
- Developed comprehensive police policies and operational standards for Auburn Hills to enhance community safety and departmental effectiveness.
- Collaborated with city leaders, courts, schools, and community groups to foster partnerships and improve community relations.
- Conducted thorough reviews of department performance and resource allocation to optimize staffing and operational efficiency.
- Supported regional initiatives with outside law enforcement agencies.
Deputy Chief, Lieutenant, Sergeant, Officer
Auburn Hills Police Department
Auburn Hills, Michigan
05.1999 - 02.2022
- Directed police operations across Auburn Hills Police Department divisions and shift assignments.
- Coordinated emergency response plans with city officials and public safety partners.
- Monitored budgets, equipment needs, and resource allocation for police services.
- Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
Seasonal Laborer
City of Brighton
Brighton, Michigan
06.1995 - 05.1999
- Performed manual tasks to support operations at City of Brighton Department of Public Works
- Maintained cleanliness and order of streets, parks, and grounds to enhance community environment in City of Brighton
Education
Master of Public Administration - Local Government Management
Oakland University
Rochester, MI12-2020
Graduate Certificate - Criminal Justice Education
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA06-2019
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05-1999
Skills
- Policy writing
- Interagency coordination
- Budget analysis
- Public administration
- Organizational leadership
- Stakeholder relations
- Labor relations
- Effective communication
Certification
- Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy, Session 276, June 2019
- Michigan State University School of Police Staff and Command, June 2012
Affiliations
- Acting City Manager, City of Auburn Hills, in the absence of CM & ACM
- Commissioner & State Assessor - Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission - have assessed 18 departments/communities since 2021
- Developed the Mental Health Co-Responder Program in Oakland County (11 mental health clinicians in 18 communities)
- Current Vice-President, Oakland County Association of Chiefs of Police
- Chairperson - Auburn Hills Pension & Retiree Health Care Board
- Board Member - Oakland County Grant Allocation Committee, National Transportation Safety Organization, 52/3 District Court Specialty Treatment Court
- Special Lecturer - Oakland University Master of Public Administration Program
- Member of Executive Leadership Team for the City of Auburn Hills
Timeline
Chief of Police
Auburn Hills Police Department
02.2022 - Current
Deputy Chief, Lieutenant, Sergeant, Officer
Auburn Hills Police Department
05.1999 - 02.2022
Seasonal Laborer
City of Brighton
06.1995 - 05.1999
Master of Public Administration - Local Government Management
Oakland University
Graduate Certificate - Criminal Justice Education
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Ferris State University