Chinere Jenkins

Chinere (Cece) Jenkins has distinguished herself as a dedicated member of law enforcement. Rising to the position of Assistant Commander of the Special Investigations Division at the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office, at the rank of Detective Sergeant. Over the course of 17 years, Cece has immersed herself in a range of roles, whether meticulously investigating crime scenes, working in the fugitive warrants division, patrol, supporting court services, or shaping the next generation of officers at the Passaic County Police Academy.

Driven by a passion for improvement and education, Chinere embraced opportunities to instruct on a national scale. In 2021, she became a National Instructor for the ABLE project, and just two years later, she joined the Heroes program, both of which are designed to foster accountability, reduce mistakes and misconduct, and highlight the importance of mental health in policing. In her pursuit of excellence, she completed extensive training as an FBI Trilogy recipient, a testament to her expertise in leadership, crisis intervention, and media relations.