Monday marks the first day for newly appointed Phoenix Police Chief Matt Giordano, the first permanent head of the department in nearly three years.

Monday is the first official day on the job for Phoenix police Chief Matt Giordano. He’s the department’s first permanent chief in almost three years.

New Phoenix Police Chief Giordano said it was "surreal" to come back to the department as its leader. He worked with Phoenix for 23 years until 2017.

Matt Giordano's first day as head of the department was Aug. 11, and in a video, he said he was committed to leading with "integrity, humility and transparency" and he believes in a department that "protects and connects." Giordano began his career in Phoenix.

Phoenix Police Chief Matt Giordano emphasizes community trust and a policy against inquiring about immigration status in his first news conference.

New Phoenix PD Chief Matt Giordano held his first press conference Wednesday and spoke about what he wants his department to look like.

Phoenix Police Chief Matt Giordano held his first official press conference since assuming leadership of the police department.