Jeffersonville, IN — The City of Jeffersonville invites members of the media to attend the official swearing-in ceremony for Chief Michael “Scott” McVoy and Assistant Chief Joshua Lynch. The ceremony will take place during the Board of Public Works Meeting on Wednesday, October 1, at 9:30 a.m. in the Mayor’s Conference Room at Jeffersonville City Hall.
Chief Michael Scott McVoy:
Michael “Scott” McVoy is a 17-year law enforcement veteran, currently serving as Interim Chief of Police for the City of Jeffersonville. He has previously served as the Jeffersonville Assistant Chief of Police since 2015. McVoy is a graduate of the FBI National Academy Session 281 and the Southern Police Institute Administrative Officers Command Session 136. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Columbia Southern University in Criminal Justice and is on track to complete his master’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration in February 2026.
Chief McVoy has dedicated his career to building strong relationships between law enforcement and the community while focusing on officer wellness, training, and modern policing strategies. He is recognized for advancing programs that improve the health, safety, and professional development of officers, while also implementing fiscally responsible initiatives that strengthen departmental efficiency.
Beyond his police leadership, McVoy currently serves as an elected official in the Town of Sellersburg, as District 1 Councilman since 2019. He is also very active in community youth sports, coaching youth baseball and mentoring young athletes for the last 12 years at various levels. He is married to his best friend, Kelly McVoy for 18 years, has four children—Kelsey, Michael, James, and Nate—and one grandson, Mateo.
Respected by peers and community leaders alike, McVoy is committed to fostering trust, transparency, and collaboration to ensure both public safety and the well-being of those who serve the community.
Assistant Chief Joshua Lynch Bio:
Assistant Chief Joshua Lynch graduated from Jeffersonville High School in 1998 and has raised his two sons in his hometown with his high school sweetheart and wife, Kristi. He has proudly served the people of Jeffersonville as a police officer since 2003.
In 2017, Lynch graduated from the University of Louisville’s Southern Police Institute Administrative Officers Course, and in 2021, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Purdue University Global.
During his nearly 23 years of service, Lynch has held a variety of roles, including Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, Bike Patrol Officer, Training Instructor, and Crisis Negotiator. In 2012, he was appointed Division Commander, overseeing the Training Division as well as the SWAT Team, and in 2019, he was appointed to command the Uniform Patrol Division.
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