We are thrilled to congratulate Daniel Pistor on his appointment as the City of Sunnyvale’s new Chief of the Department of Public Safety. Chief Pistor brings more than two decades of public safety experience to the role and currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Fire Services. Since joining the department in 2003, he has served in a variety of roles and has overseen patrol services, fire services and special operations. In addition, he has served as a S.W.A.T. captain as well as the DPS PIO.
Upon making the announcement, City Manager Tim Kirby stated, “Over the past 22 years, Chief Pistor has risen through the ranks, earning the confidence and respect of his colleagues while strengthening the department’s reputation through dedicated service to our community. From day one, he will continue to lead our first responders with courage, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to public safety.”
Fun fact – the Chief started his career with the Honolulu Police Department. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Justice Administration from Hawai’i Pacifica University and is completing his Master’s program with the University of San Diego Law Enforcement and Public Leadership program. Pistor is also a graduate of the Police Executive Research Forum’s Senior Management Institute for Police.
Sunnyvale’s public safety model is one of the most longstanding fully integrated police, fire, and emergency medical services in the United States, with each sworn officer being fully trained in all three disciplines. Chief Pistor will oversee a department of 293 sworn and professional staff and will further advance the agency’s long-term philosophy of community trust being the cornerstone of public safety.
Recruiters: Suzanne Mason & Teri Black
