Thomas HOver
Assistant Chief - Field Operations Bureau
Professional Biography
Assistant Chief Thomas Hover began his career with the Irving Police Department on December 15, 2003, as a police officer. After promoting through the chain of command, he was sworn in as Assistant Chief on April 28, 2023.
Over his 20-year tenure, he has served in Patrol, Special Operations, Detention & Evidence, Community Services, and the DWI Unit.
Chief Hover earned his Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice from Texas State University and a Master's degree in Criminal Justice from Tarleton State University. He is a graduate of the 54th School of Executive Leadership graduate from The Center for American and International Law, the 91st School of Leadership Command College from the Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas, and the 287th FBI National Academy.