Robert Iman Age: 35

Three days after he turned 18, Lieutenant Robert Iman started his career in policing as a state police cadet, fulfilling a lifelong dream. In his 17 years with the Maryland State Police, his work ethic, skills, and tenacity have led to his quick rise through the ranks to commander of the Policy and Analysis Section of the Planning and Research Division. While working with the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division prior to his current role, he was selected as the Maryland State Trooper of the Year.

Lieutenant Iman has a reputation of leadership and commitment to the profession, as exemplified by his work on his agency’s pursuit policy. He identified the need for an update, led an aggressive research campaign, constructed the policy framework, wrote the policy, and ushered it through the executive review phase.

While employed full-time in law enforcement, Lieutenant Iman also managed to attend classes to earn his bachelor’s degree. Additionally, he dedicates time to volunteer positions, including serving as the State and Provincial representative for IACP’s Policy Center Advisory Group and as the vice president of the Maryland Association of Police Planners.

A deep respect for the men and women in uniform led Lieutenant Iman to the policing profession; he is motivated by the challenges of the field, always striving to perform at his very best. He is passionate about the success and well-being of those who serve alongside him in law enforcement and attributes his success to his team members and leaders.

“My goal has always been to be the very best I can be by going above and beyond ... this is what the law enforcement profession is all about.”