Added January 15, 2026

Command Series Level 1: Developing First Line Supervisors

Grand Rapids, MN · Jun 15–18, 2026 · 32 hours · $595.00

Instructor

Jim Harris, et al

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Description

First-line supervisors face many challenges. New supervisory officers, as well as, seasoned first-line supervisors need to consistently adapt to the ever-changing environment within our community. Whether it is officers getting ready to transition to supervision, newly promoted supervisors attending this course as their indoctrination into their new role, or seasoned leaders continuing their leadership training, this four-day class has it all. Supervisors will learn the most up-to-date trends in leading, documenting, counseling, mentoring, communicating and more.

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Reviews for this course

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Glenn Zeszotarski
NJ

Great instructors

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Jacqueline Messinger
NJ

The class consisted of the expectations for a first line supervisor.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Jason Lipich
NJ

Awesome class touched on everything that is relevant to my position

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Joseph Maddolin
NJ

Great overall look and feel at leading your Officers within your Department. Would be a great class for admins to take as well.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Andrzej Jarosz
NJ

This class provided practical tools for transitioning into a first-line supervisor role. The real world examples and discussions made the material easy to understand.

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Anthony Osetto
NJ

Great class, instructors made what would've seemed to be dry material interesting and encouraged participation

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Richard Rempusheski
NJ

Both instructors were amazing

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Matthew Severo
CT

I am from CT, and I appreciated this course was relevant to any supervisor from any state.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Michael Maseda
NJ

Answered all relevant questions and concerns as a front line supervisor. Covered a significant amount of material in a timely.

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Brody Wentzell
NJ

Great class for first line supervisor.

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Alexander Wells
CT

The instructors were well versed and explained the information well.

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Jose Rocha
CT

Good instructors and materials. Very informative

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Benjamin Marceca
NJ

Great class wit great information

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Michael Lafrano
NJ

Good class and very informative.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Paul Vereb
NJ · Attended 12/8/2025

Great base course on leadership very thorough explaining the ins and outs of first line supervision and navigating difficult parts of transitioning from officer to supervisor.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Timothy McMahon
NJ · Attended 12/8/2025

Top tier training

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Christian Danzi
NJ · Attended 10/27/2025

Good class overall

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Christopher Gibson
NJ · Attended 10/27/2025

Four day class that touched on all the key complements of being a successful leader/supervisor in your agency. Highly recommend for those looking to be promoted or recently promoted.

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Brian Seeley
NJ · Attended 10/27/2025

Great instructors, very knowledgeable
Learned a lot off the information provided

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Geovanny Buitron
NJ · Attended 10/27/2025

The course provides a solid foundation for new supervisors.

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Adam McDavitt
NJ · Attended 10/27/2025

Great class

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Jessica Colucci
NJ · Attended 10/27/2025

Informative training with great instructors

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James McGuire
NJ · Attended 10/27/2025

Great course , provided a wide range of topics , from a younger officer to an older officer.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Anthony Iafelice
NJ · Attended 10/27/2025

Great class! Highly recommend

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Brian Klukowicz
NJ · Attended 10/27/2025

Alot of quality information packed into 4 day course. Would recommend to all officers in supervisor positions.

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