Mark Ater
Police Department, Director of Public Safety, Department Head / Safety
Chief Ater is a 2005 graduate of Miami Trace Local Schools. Chief Ater graduated from the Clark State Police Academy in 2005 and started in law enforcement shortly after graduation.
Chief Ater has been with the the Union City Police Department for over 10 years and was promoted to Chief of Police in 2016. Chief Ater is a paramedic/firefighter and also serves as Fire Chief for the Union City Fire Department. Chief Ater also has K9 Bruno and is active in the departments K-9 Program.
Chief Ater’s hobbies include, harness horse racing, traveling, and spending time with his two sons. Chief Ater also works part time as a Paramedic for Careflight Air & Mobile in Dayton, Ohio.
Chief Ater chose a career in law enforcement so that he could make a positive difference in others lives, especially the lives of the children in our community. Chief Ater is very passionate about standing up for children that fall victim to crimes.
Chief Ater appreciates all of the officers dedication to our community.