The City of Moberly and its Police Department has announced the appointment of Bobby Calvert to Chief of Police.

The City conducted a comprehensive, internal needs assessment and employment search in preparation for filling the role. Calvert was appointed as Interim Chief following the retirement of former Chief Troy Link in March.

Calvert began his law enforcement career after graduating from the Moberly Area Community College Law Enforcement Training Center in 2000. He later earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Bellevue University and is also a graduate of the Northwestern University Police Staff and Command School.

In addition to a decade in other departments, Calvert brings 14 years of experience with the Moberly Police Department, including corporal, sergeant, and his most recent role as Interim Chief. His prior assignments include serving as a Narcotics Detective, SWAT Commander, DARE Officer, and K9 Officer. He is also a longtime advocate for officer training and development, having served as a Missouri Department of Public Safety Generalist Instructor for 15 years, a Field Training Officer, and a Defensive Tactics Instructor.

A swearing in ceremony will be held at the City Council meeting on Monday, June 16th.