The City of Columbia’s Police Department is pleased to announce the promotion of Captain Jason Dark to Assistant Chief of Police, effective January 11, 2026.
Assistant Chief Dark brings 28 years of dedicated service to the Columbia Police Department. His connection with the department began in 1993 when he joined CPD as a Police Explorer. He later served as a Reserve Officer in 1997 before being hired as a full-time Patrol Officer in 1998.
Throughout his career, Assistant Chief Dark has served in numerous leadership roles, including Corporal, Sergeant, Lieutenant of Support Services, and Patrol Captain. His extensive experience across multiple divisions of the department has prepared him well for this leadership role.
Assistant Chief Dark’s professional development includes completion of the FBI–LEEDA Trilogy Certification, reflecting his commitment to leadership excellence and continuous improvement.
“We look forward to Assistant Chief Dark’s continued service as he steps into this new role and leads the department with integrity, experience, and his commitment to public safety,” the Columbia Police Department said.
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