April 6, 2023 (More Photos) - A surprise celebration was held Friday, March 31 for City of Center Police Chief Jim Albers at the John D. Windham Civic Center.
City of Center Manager Chad Nehring presented Chief Albers with a plaque honoring the Chief’s service - “Thank you for 50 years of service, dedication, and bettering the community through law enforcement.”
Albers holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Houston and is a 1986 graduate of the 146th Session of the F.B.I. National Academy.
Chief Albers' career in law enforcement began on March 31, 1973 at Harris County Sheriff’s Office where he served 36 years in total. The last 18 of those 36 were spent as Captain. While in Harris County his experience included commanding the Burglary Theft and Auto Theft Divisions of Detectives; commanding several Patrol Districts, including DARE units Crime Prevention Motorist Assistance Programs MAP and Narcotics Enforcement teams; and commanding the Support Services Division and one of the largest jails in the State of Texas.
After retiring in 2009 from Harris County, Albers accepted the position of Chief of Police for the Center Police Department where he continues to serve.
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He is married to his wife Lisa, a former teacher, and between them their family includes four sons, one daughter, and a host of grandchildren. One son, Aric Albers is also in law enforcement and has been for 26 years.
Congratulations on 50 years of service in law enforcement!
