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Through its power of advise and consent, the Salt Lake City Council on Tuesday unanimously endorsed Mike Brown as chief of police.
Mayor Jackie Biskupski nominated the veteran lawman to the department's top post April 26.
Brown had served as interim chief since June 2015, when then-Mayor Ralph Becker ousted popular Chief Chris Burbank.
Brown has served for 25 years in the Salt Lake City Police Department and has held a number of positions, including commander of the Special Operations Bureau.
Brown said he favors keeping police patrols in every neighborhood in a community policing model.
"We all have the same goal of a police department that serves with respect and integrity," he said. "I am confident I can lead this force to meet the expectations of Mayor Biskupski and the people of Salt Lake City."
The new chief said his administration will continue to focus on de-escalation in the wake of several officer-involved shootings.