The City of Loveland announced that following a six-month, nationwide recruitment process, Tim Doran has been named as chief of police for the Loveland Police Department (LPD). Doran takes the helm on January 3, 2023 and will report to Loveland City Manager Steve Adams.
Loveland Police Chief Tim Doran
Chief Tim Doran is a 32-year veteran of law enforcement, who previously served as assistant chief of police for Fort Collins since 2019. Prior to that role, he was director of service operations for Advanced Energy Industries, and brings a wide range of operational and leadership experience. He spent 22 years with the FBI, retiring as assistant special agent in charge where he managed 175 agents and administrative staff responsible for crisis management in Baltimore, MD. He also served as a Senior Director on the White House National Security Council and ran the Washington, D.C. Violent Crime and Joint Terrorism Task Force.
“Chief Doran brings experience and a commitment to keeping our community safe and the Loveland Police Department accountable,” said Adams. “He has demonstrated integrity to community policing, and I know he will make our city proud by moving our police department forward.”
As chief, Doran will oversee the LPD, including leading, building, and maintaining trust with the city and community; coordinating with the City Manager’s Office and City Council; collaborating with stakeholders, and building community partnerships; and providing first-class services to the Loveland community.
“I could not be more honored to be selected to lead the Loveland Police Department and stand with the women and men who answer the call daily and put their lives on the line for this amazing community,” said Doran. “I’m ready to learn from the past, address present needs, and build a stronger future together.”