COLBY BRANDT NAMED GLENDALE CHIEF OF POLICE
City Manager appoints Brandt following four months as interim chief
Glendale City Manager Kevin Phelps announced Colby Brandt as Chief of Police for the Glendale Police Department following a four-month period serving as Interim Police Chief. Chief Brandt is a 28-year veteran of the department, most recently serving as Assistant Chief and has held leadership positions across every division of the organization.
“In Glendale, we have been fortunate to have been able to promote exceptional leaders into the position of Police Chief who have served at all ranks within the department and reflect the values that make us special,” said Phelps. “Colby Brandt embodies this tradition of homegrown leadership. He not only brings a wealth of experience, but he also understands our community and cares about it deeply.”
Chief Brandt, a second-generation law enforcement officer, joined the Glendale Police Department in 1997. He is deeply committed to officer development, building regional partnerships and advancing public safety. His current priorities include strengthening traffic safety through enhanced speed enforcement tools and ensuring Glendale remains a safe and welcoming place for residents and visitors.
“I’m honored to lead the exceptional men and women of the Glendale Police Department and serve the community where I was born and raised,” said Chief Brandt. “I’ve had incredible mentors throughout my career who have prepared me to lead us into the future, and I’m grateful for the continued support of my wife and family, our elected officials, city management and community.”
Chief Brandt previously served as the Administrative Services Commander, overseeing training, personnel, budget, grants, audits, and research functions. His prior roles include Patrol Officer, Property Crimes Detective, Auto Theft Detective, Patrol Sergeant, Neighborhood Response Squad Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, General Investigations Lieutenant and Gateway Patrol Commander.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration from Ottawa University and a Master of Science degree in Homeland Security from Pennsylvania Western University. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy, the DEA Drug Unit Commanders Academy and the Arizona POST Leadership Program.
He has been married for 30 years and has two children, including one currently serving in the United States Air Force.