RTD names two finalists in its search for a Chief of Police and Emergency Management

Public invited to a reception on Thursday to meet the finalists

DENVER (April 15, 2025) –– The Regional Transportation District (RTD) has named two finalists in its search for the agency’s next Chief of Police and Emergency Management. RTD employees, customers, community groups, and the public are invited to a reception on Thursday, April 17, between 3:30 to 5 p.m., to meet the two finalists. The open house-style reception at Denver Union Station’s Crawford Hotel will provide an opportunity for attendees to engage with the candidates and learn more about their policing philosophy.

The two finalists (listed in alphabetical order) are Jim Cook and Steven Martingano. More information about both finalists and their respective backgrounds is available online at rtd-denver.com/police-chief-search.

Prior to Thursday’s reception at 3:30 p.m., the media is invited to watch each candidate give a brief, three-to five-minute presentation, and time has been set aside to ask follow-up questions. The media availability is at 2:45 p.m., and reporters can confirm their attendance by replying to this email. Recordings of the presentations will be made available on RTD’s website following the reception.

RTD’s search for its next Chief of Police and Emergency Management began in late 2024. Prior to the position prospectus being posted online, the agency solicited feedback from internal and external stakeholders about the key attributes and competencies needed for the optimal candidate to fulfill the needs of the position and to support the agency and the community it serves. Feedback received during that process was used to inform and support RTD’s recruitment efforts. The position was open for applicants between January 28 and February 28, 2025.