Michael E. Pitkow
Hatfield,PA
Summary
40 years of police experience with 34 years at the supervisory level Professional law enforcement leader with deep expertise in public safety, community engagement, and crime prevention. Proven track record in strategic planning, crisis management, and fostering cross-departmental collaboration. Strong focus on building cohesive teams and adapting to evolving challenges, ensuring reliable and effective outcomes. Skilled in conflict resolution, policy development, and ethical decision-making.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Police
Springfield Township Police Department
01.2014 - Current
- Chief of Police
- Administrative Lieutenant
- Patrol Sergeant
- Corporal – Traffic Safety Division
- Corporal – Patrol Division
MPOETC – Act 120 General Academic Instructor
Montgomery County Community College Municipal Police Academy
1995 - Current
- MPOETC – Act 120 General Academic Instructor
- Firearms and Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Instructor
- MPOETC – Act 180 Instructor – Mandatory In-Service Training (MIST)
- Firearms and Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Instructor 1995-2014
Major Incident Response Team (MIRT)
Montgomery County
01.2003 - 2015
- Regional Commander
- 2012-2015
MPOETC – Act 120 General Academic Instructor
Temple University Municipal Police Academy
01.2009 - 2012
- MPOETC – Act 120 General Academic Instructor
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Instructor
- MPOETC – Act 180 Instructor – Mandatory In-Service Training (MIST)
- Bucks County Public Safety Training Center
- Temple University Fort Washington (former location) 2009-present
Education
Master of Science - Public Safety Management
Saint Joseph’s University
Philadelphia, PA01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Philadelphia University
Philadelphia, PA01.1995
Associate in Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PA01.1983
Skills
- Law enforcement expertise
- Community engagement
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
- Northwestern University Center for Public Safety
- Philadelphia Police Department Academy
- Certificate: School of Police Staff and Command (GPA 3.88) 2002
- Pennsylvania State University
- Bucks County Police Training Center
- Certificate: Police Executive Development Program (POLEX) 2000
- Philadelphia Police Department Advanced Training Unit
- Certificate: Supervisor In-Service Training Program (POSIT) 1992
Timeline
Chief of Police
Springfield Township Police Department
01.2014 - Current
MPOETC – Act 120 General Academic Instructor
Temple University Municipal Police Academy
01.2009 - 2012
Major Incident Response Team (MIRT)
Montgomery County
01.2003 - 2015
Associate in Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Montgomery County Community College
MPOETC – Act 120 General Academic Instructor
Montgomery County Community College Municipal Police Academy
1995 - Current
Master of Science - Public Safety Management
Saint Joseph’s University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Philadelphia University