The phrase "outgoing commissioner" refers to a person who held a position of authority or a leadership role in an organization or government, but is now leaving or stepping down from that position. Full definition
Mr. Abiodun Adekunle Odude has been named as the new Commissioner of Police of Oyo State Police Command sequel to the retirement of outgoing commissioner, CP Samuel Adegbuyi from the service of the Nigerian Police Force. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
Steiner was confirmed by the Board of Regents in July 2009 to replace outgoing commissioner Richard Mills. (nystateofpolitics.com)
PREVIEW: Voters who live within the Mattituck Parks District will be asked to elect a new commissioner Thursday, as two candidates are running for the seat being left vacant by outgoing commissioner Nicholas Deegan. (suffolktimes.timesreview.com)