Kannapolis Police Chief Chris Hill announces the promotion of Jennifer Clarke to the position of Deputy Police Chief.

As Deputy Police Chief she will oversee the efficient operation of the three bureaus of the police department and assist in the implementation of department policies, plans and strategies.

Jennifer began her career with the Kannapolis Police Department as a Patrol Officer in 2007. Since then, she has served in both the Patrol and Criminal Investigation Divisions.  She was awarded a Police Commendation in 2008 and a Unit Commendation in 2014.  She was promoted to Sergeant in 2016 and Lieutenant in 2017. In addition to her regular duties, Clarke is one of the department’s certified polygraph examiners. She was promoted to Captain in 2021 and has served as the Captain over the Special Operations Bureau, Field Operations Bureau and Support Services Bureau. 

A graduate of Smoky Mountain High School in Sylva, NC, Clarke earned an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice Technology from Southwestern Community College and a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Western Carolina University.  She also holds an Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate from the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.  Jennifer is married to Kara, and they have two daughters, Bowen and Beckett. She is the daughter of Pam McMahan Hyatt and Billy Hyatt.