Former Chief Thomas Mauro stepped down in 2015 and Spero has been interim chief ever since, The Poughkeepsie Journal reported.
Spero had passed a promotional exam in 2008, but was formally hired last week in spite of the fact that his eligibility expired in 2012 because, The Poughkeepsie Journal article said, of a certain provision under Civil Service Law.
According to townpolice.net, Spero joined the department in 1988.
Spero, who holds undergrad degrees in professional studies and public administration, is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and is a founding member of the Poughkeepsie department’s Polygraph Unit, according to townpolice.net.
He has been a patrol officer, patrol sergeant, traffic sergeants, lieutenant, and patrol captain, townpolice.net said.
To read The Poughkeepsie Journal story, click here.
Click here to follow Daily Voice and receive free news updates.
