Heidi Kindorf was promoted to lieutenant in May 2022 and currently manages the department’s Personnel Unit and the Office of Professional Standards and Accountability – Internal Affairs unit. Heidi joined the Fremont Police Department in 2011 as a lateral officer, following five years of service with the San Jose Police Department. She earned her bachelor’s degree in criminology from California State University, Fresno, and is a graduate of the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute #465. Heidi is currently attending POST Command College #76 and will complete the advanced management training in February 2027. 

Throughout her career, Heidi has held a variety of assignments, including field training officer, member of the Hostage Negotiations Team (HNT), property crimes detective, sexual assault/child abuse detective, and personnel sergeant. In addition to her current responsibilities, she oversees several collateral units, including the department's wellness team, CPR/First Aid program, and report writing program.

Outside of her professional duties, Heidi enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, and volunteering with the Cops Care Cancer Foundation.