Just several weeks before Chief Carmody's last day, the Wyoming Department of Public Safety named Capt. Kimberly Koster as the department's new chief.
Koster was unanimously voted to succeed Carmody, and she will be the first female chief to ever serve Wyoming. She has worked in public safety for more than two decades, she began her career as a school resource and community officer.
Koster worked her way up through the ranks and was promoted to captain back in 2010.
"Capt. Koster has been an exceptional officer and instrumental member of our public safety team, and I am fully confident she will soar in this new role," said Wyoming City Manager Curtis Holt. "She has gone above and beyond in her various positions, and I believe is a role model and trusted figure for our residents.
"We look forward to seeing her future accomplishments as she leads our public safety team in its ongoing mission to protect and to serve our community."
Koster received her bachelor's degree in criminal justice at Grand Valley State University and a master's in criminal justice administration from Ferris State University.
She currently lives in Grand Rapids with her wife, Marie and three of her children.
Wyoming Police and Fire Chief James E. Carmody is retiring after more than a decade leading the department. His last day will be April 26, 2018.
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