Bill Ganley

In February 2023, Bill Ganley joined the Secure Community Network (SCN) as the Community Security Director for San Diego, California. In this capacity, Ganley serves the local community across San Diego County in his role with the Jewish Federation of San Diego.

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Beyond his advisory role for Jewish organizations in the area, Ganley's responsibilities encompass facilitating security concerns through consultation, education, and training as well as conducting physical security assessments; maintaining and establishing effective partnerships with local, state, and federal law enforcement and emergency management agencies, implementing a region-wide emergency communications system, monitoring intelligence related to terrorism and public safety, and assisting with the coordination of security for major community events.

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Ganley possesses over 30 years of experience in traditional and humane law enforcement, having honorably retired as a Deputy Police Chief and Chief of Humane Law Enforcement. His career spanned both executive and operational leadership roles within the Salem, New Hampshire Police Department, where he commanded major case investigative units, firearms training, narcotics enforcement, emergency and disaster response, incident command during critical events, and police academy instruction. Additionally, he served on a state-wide narcotics task force in an undercover capacity for nearly two years, collaborating with local, county, state, and federal agencies throughout New England. Prior to joining SCN, he commanded the San Diego Humane Society’s Humane Law Enforcement Team, overseeing felony animal cruelty, abuse, and neglect investigations in fourteen cities within San Diego County.

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In 2025, Ganley was recognized by the White Rose Society for his outstanding commitment and dedication to combating antisemitism and ensuring Jewish safety and joy in the San Diego Jewish community.