Chief Pumphrey has been with the Taft Police Department since 1987 when he was hired as a Police Officer. He moved up through the ranks and was appointed Chief of Police in 1995. He also is the Facility Administrator for our Community Correctional Facility.

Chief Pumphrey brings a wealth of knowledge to our department. Prior to coming to Taft, Chief Pumphrey worked for the Kern County Sheriff's Department for 13 years. During his employment at the Sheriff's Department he was assigned to Delano and Lamont Substations as well as to the Bakersfield Detective Division (Burglary, Robbery / Homicide) as an Investigator and Sergeant. After promoting to Lieutenant, he served as a Watch Commander and Commander of Crimes Against Property.

He is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy and holds a P.O.S.T. Management Certificate.