City of Montgomery appoints veteran law enforcement leader as new MPD Chief of Staff

Staff Report

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July 22, 2025

The City of Montgomery announced it has appointed Chief Ettice Brickus as Chief of Staff for the Montgomery Police Department, bringing nearly 24 years of law enforcement experience to the role.

Brickus joined MPD earlier this month following a distinguished career with the Baltimore Police Department, where she most recently served as Deputy Chief of the Neighborhood Patrol Division. A Montgomery resident, she now serves as second in command to Police Chief Jim Graboys, overseeing daily operations, policy development, budget administration, and strategic management for the department.

“Chief Brickus brings a deep well of knowledge, integrity, and forward-thinking leadership to our department,” said Montgomery Police Chief Jim Graboys. “Her passion for community-based policing and commitment to professional excellence makes her the right leader at the right time for Montgomery.”

In her new position, Chief Brickus is prioritizing operational continuity across all divisions and working to strengthen both community trust and internal accountability.

“I am honored to serve the people of Montgomery and to support the men and women of the Montgomery Police Department,” said Chief Brickus. “My mission is to foster a culture of professionalism, transparency, and public service while continuing to build strong relationships with our residents and community stakeholders.”

Throughout her career, Brickus has held leadership roles in Neighborhood Patrol, Investigations, Special Events, Secondary Employment, Recruitment, Juvenile and Adult Intake, and Records Management. She also brings expertise in administrative operations, infection control protocols, and strategic planning.

Her academic achievements include Doctoral candidacy at Gwynedd Mercy University and degrees from The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore City Community College, and the University of Maryland University College. She has also completed executive-level training at Cornell University and the Senior Management Institute for Policing.

An active member of several professional organizations — including the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), FBI LEEDA, and the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) — Chief Brickus has dedicated her career to public safety and leadership development.