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Adam Lee III
Snellville,Ga.
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Summary
PROFILE SUMMARY Highly-motivated law enforcement commander with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and tremendously capable of directing and leading law enforcement personnel. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively with others and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
35
years of professional experience
4
Certifications
1
Graduate Degree
Work History
Fulton County Sheriff's OfficeAtlanta, GA
Deputy Lieutenant Colonel
04.2018 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Serve as Lieutenant Colonel for Fulton County Sheriff’s Office in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Commander of Jail Administration Inmate population during tenure averaged approximately 2600 inmates per day.
- Personnel under command were accountable for:
- Jail Security
- Inmate Criminal Investigations
- Staff Corruption Investigations
- Jail Field Training
- Inmate Disciplinary process
- Accomplishments:
- Routinely taught Crime Scene and Death Investigations Course for multi-jurisdictional cadets at the Fulton County Academy.
- Routinely taught Peace Officer Liability Course for multi-jurisdictional cadets at the Fulton County Academy.
- Implementation of goals and objectives.
- Developed core plan to increase accountability amongst sergeants, lieutenants, and captains assigned to Jail Division to increase efficiency and reduce civil and criminal liability.
- Developed core training program to empower supervisors to improve success of mission and goals of Sheriff’s Office as it relates to Jail Division.
- Ensured launch and implementation of automated key management system, which significantly increased overall safety and security of Fulton County Jail.
- Responsible for implementing phone technology to ameliorate criminal and corruption investigations involving inmates and staff.
- Secured technology to screen inmate mail and packages for illegal drugs and other prohibited contraband, such as weapons and cell phones.
- Introduced plan to create Metropolitan Atlanta Jail Investigations Task Force.
City Of Atlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta, GA
Police Major
01.2015 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Served as Commander of Major Crimes Section, responsible for day-to-day oversight, operations and investigations of Homicides/Missing Persons, Special Victims (sexual assaults and other crimes against women and children) offenses, Fugitive apprehension operations, Major Fraud offenses, and Crime Stoppers Program.
- Leader of largest staff of police supervisors and detectives working crimes against persons investigations in State of Georgia, with 124 personnel, which include five officers, 75 detectives, 18 sergeants, three lieutenants, and one captain; remaining personnel includes civilian support staff.
- Each unit within Major Crimes Section consistently surpassed national average clear-up rate (number of cases solved in similar-sized cities).
- Managed largest stand-alone Fugitive Unit in State of Georgia assigned to federal partners and responsible for apprehending violent offenders:
- U.S Marshals Southeast Regional Task Force
- FBI Atlanta Metropolitan Major Offenders Task Force
- Homicide Unit clear-up rate in 2017 was consistently greater than 90%.
- Developed core plan to increase accountability amongst sergeants and lieutenants assigned to Major Crimes Section to increase major case solvability.
- Work closely with producers of First 48 television series, overseeing content of programming filmed and broadcasted, featuring work of Atlanta homicide detectives.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Monitored serving of warrants and assisted in making required arrests.
- Improved criminal investigation lead times through enhanced case management and better personnel training.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Provided on-camera interviews and participated in scene footage for First 48 television production.
- Provided investigation updates to media via press conferences and on-scene interviews.
- Prepared, planned for and coordinated execution of support missions to aid deployed forces and individuals.
Georgia World Congress Center AuthorityAtlanta, GA
Senior Public Safety Officer
03.2012 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Primary responsibilities of this position included:
- Managing 200+ staff of multi-jurisdictional law enforcement collaboration assembled to ensure public safety for events such as Atlanta Falcons games, concerts, and other major entertainment events occurring at Georgia World Congress Center, Georgia Dome, and Centennial Olympic Park in City of Atlanta.
- Functioned as public safety liaison between Atlanta Police Department, Georgia World Congress Center Authority (State of Georgia agency) and National Football League (NFL).
- Coordinated and planned anti-terrorism countermeasures exercises with Georgia World Congress Center Authority Senior Managers and other stakeholders to mitigate and ensure public safety during major events.
- Responded to complex public safety situations and supported restoration of order and safety.
- Supported coordination and implementation of event security.
- Responded to crimes in progress, initiating actions such as interrogation of suspects or medical aid for victims.
- Informed staff of changes in laws and regulations to verify proper enforcement.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
City Of Atlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta, GA
Police Captain
12.2012 - 12.2014
Job overview
- Primary responsibilities of this position included:
- Managing day-to-day operations of police precinct and act as commander in absence of precinct commander (Major).
- Precinct covered geographical area of 39.5 miles and assisted Major in managing staff of 132 sworn police officers, detectives, and supervisors in largest police district.
- Precinct personnel under command included three civilians, five Lieutenants (Unit Commanders), 14 Sergeants, 11 Detectives, and 102 Police Officers.
- Ensured compliance of departmental Standard Operational Procedures by personnel under command.
- Attend scheduled NPU (Neighborhood Planning Unit) meetings and assessed public safety concerns of NPU members.
- Planned, assigned and supervised patrol activities and investigative operations.
- Recommended organizational or operating procedure changes to maximize results.
- Developed and implemented staffing and training plans.
- Maintained knowledge of changes in laws and planned alteration of departmental strategies and policies accordingly.
- Assisted in development of departmental goals and strategies.
- Participated in development and administration of division's annual budget.
- Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Coordinated activities between sworn and non-sworn personnel.
- Studied crime reports to identify trends and strategize patrol and investigative responses.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Improved criminal investigation lead times through enhanced case management and better personnel training.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
Atlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta, GA
Police Captain Night Commander
02.2012 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Primary responsibilities of this position included:
- Responding to and taking charge at all significant incidents that occurred within City of Atlanta during overnight hours Monday through Friday, to include deaths of persons due to homicide, suicide, accident, and/or natural causes.
- Managed Department’s more than 1000 employees that worked during evening and night shifts.
- Provided on-camera interviews and statements to news media regarding police action at significant events that occurred overnight.
- Provided nightly report to Chief of Police and other police commanders regarding significant events.
- Lead delegation of 75 Atlanta police officers assigned to supplement law enforcement for Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina during week of September 3, 2012.
- Responded to major incidents reported to department, assuming role of chief for emergency situations.
- Recommended organizational or operating procedure changes to maximize results.
- Assisted in development of departmental goals and strategies.
- Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Coordinated activities between sworn and non-sworn personnel.
- Studied crime reports to identify trends and strategize patrol and investigative responses.
- Assisted with taking photographs of and fingerprints.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
Atlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta, GA
Assistant Director of Atlanta Police Academy
03.2010 - 02.2012
Job overview
- Primary responsibilities of this position included:
- Assisted Academy director (Major) in Management of day-to-day operations of Atlanta Police Academy.
- Assisted Academy instructors by volunteering to teach classes when needed.
- Coordinated implementation of Citizens Police Academy for both adults and youth.
- Assigned as lead in preparing Academy for C.A.L.E.A certification and accreditation.
- Reduced process gaps while supervising Academy instructors and sergeants to ensure optimal productivity.
- Coordinated budgetary requirements for purchase of training equipment.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Led operational planning teams to address training and other concerns with minimal delays.
- Managed in-service training for department's 2000+ sworn and civilian personnel.
- Coached and guided direct reports on day-to-day operations and company policies and procedures.
- Developed department performance goals and methods for achieving milestones.
- Established budgets and tracked expenses to drive operational efficiency.
- Evaluated key business metrics and recommended adjustments to policies and procedures.
- Oversaw purchasing and inventory to retain physical assets.
- Provided informational resources on promotions and services.
- Produced and distributed memos, newsletters and other forms of communication.
- Mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Directed special projects and daily operations.
- Managed schedules by completing work accurately and on time.
Atlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta, GA
Police Lieutenant, Crime Suppression Commander
05.2009 - 02.2010
Job overview
- Primary responsibilities of this position included:
- Monitoring of crime trends in order to develop strategies for suppressing crimes in specific areas of assigned responsibilities.
- Assigning officers and sergeants under command to patrol areas that were impacted by identified crime trends.
- Assigning patrol officers to assist and back-up other officers on 911 calls when required and also fill-in during staff shortage occurrences.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Monitored serving of warrants and assisted in making required arrests.
- Coordinated routine evaluations with local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
- Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Supervised crowds at busy events and provided security services to prevent injuries.
- Improved criminal investigation lead times through enhanced case management and better personnel training.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Prepared, planned for and coordinated execution of support missions to aid deployed forces and individuals.
- Produced timely and accurate reports about findings.
City Of Atlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta, GA
Police Lieutenant
07.2006 - 05.2009
Job overview
- Primary responsibilities of this position included:
- 11AM to 7AM Watch Commander-Zone Three Precinct.
- Reduced process gaps while supervising 30+ officers to ensure optimal productivity.
- Strengthened traceability and developed organizational systems for criminal case logs, records, reports and agendas.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Supervised crowds at busy events and provided security services to prevent injuries.
- Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
- Monitored serving of warrants and assisted in making required arrests.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Coordinated routine evaluations with local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
- Led operational planning teams to address field and base concerns with minimal delays.
- Advised commanding officers on weapons operations, capabilities and unforeseen operational problems.
- Managed administrative needs of group, including recordkeeping and report writing, with team of patrol officers ans sergeants under command.
- Prepared, planned for and coordinated execution of support missions to aid deployed forces and individuals.
- Patrolled designated districts in patrol cars and on foot.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Atlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta, GA
Police Sergeant
12.1999 - 08.2008
Job overview
- Precinct Watch supervisor
- Corruption Unit supervisor
Atlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta, GA
Police Detective
03.1995 - 11.1999
Job overview
- Police Corruption Unit investigator
- Internal Affairs investigator
- Mayor's Executive Protection
- Property Crimes investigator
Atlanta Police DepartmentAtlanta, GA
Police Officer
05.1988 - 03.1995
Job overview
- Undercover officer
- Tactical Unit officer
- Patrol officer
Education
Saint Leo UniversitySaint Leo, FL
Master of Science from Critical Incident Management
Saint Leo UniversitySaint Leo, FL
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
University Overview
- Graduated cum laude
Skills
- Criminal Law
- Personnel Supervision
- Crime Prevention
- Community Relations
- Emergency Response
- Staff Discipline
- Team Building
- MS Office
- Project Planning
- Criminal Investigations
- Action Planning
- Undercover Investigations
- Homicide Investigations
- Risk Assessment
- Evacuation Planning
- Police Promotions Curriculum Development and Training
Accomplishments
- National Jail Leadership Command Academy - (NJLCA) Class #36 Sam Houston State University at Houston, Texas.
- U.S. Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation Georgia Law Enforcement Executive Development Program at FBI Atlanta Division.
- New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology –Energetic Materials Research Weapons of Mass Destruction Training Center PRSBI at Socorro, New Mexico.
- General Electric Leadership Development - Executive Leadership Principles GE Management Campus at Crotonville, New York.
- Georgia State University Andrew Young School of Policy Studies - Israel Police Leadership Program at Tel Aviv, Nazareth, and Jerusalem, Isl.
- Atlanta Police Leadership Institute - Tier 5 Class #5 Georgia International Leadership Exchange at Tel Aviv, Israel.
- University of Louisville-Southern Police Institute -Working, Controlling, and Managing Major Cases at City of Miami, Fl. Police Dept.
- New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology- Energetic Materials Research Weapons of Mass Destruction Training Center IRTB at Socorro, New Mexico.
- Atlanta Police Academy Guest Instructor Courses Michael Nila-Blue Courage Management Seven Habits of Highly Effective Law Enforcement Instructors Course Eric Daigle J.D –FB.I LEEDA Law Enforcement Executive Development Association-Internal Affairs Course.
- Atlanta Police Academy
- Police Officer Standard Training Council Instructors Course
- National Incident Management System Advanced ICS 300/400
- Atlanta Police Department Advance Management Training Program
- Developing Top Leadership Teams
- Police Executive Development
- Effective Leadership in Justice Administration
- Human Resource Management & Development
- Fiscal Management and Public Finance
- Georgia Public Safety Training Center
- Executive and Personal Protection Course
- Interviews and Interrogations Course
Certification
· Prevention of and Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents Certified Instructor
· Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings Certified Instructor
· Seven Habits of Highly Effective Law Enforcement Officers Certified Instructor
· Police Officers Standard and Training Council Certified General Instructor
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Timeline
Deputy Lieutenant Colonel
Fulton County Sheriff's Office
04.2018 - 05.2023
Police Major
City Of Atlanta Police Department
01.2015 - 12.2017
Police Captain
City Of Atlanta Police Department
12.2012 - 12.2014
Senior Public Safety Officer
Georgia World Congress Center Authority
03.2012 - 01.2015
Police Captain Night Commander
Atlanta Police Department
02.2012 - 12.2012
Assistant Director of Atlanta Police Academy
Atlanta Police Department
03.2010 - 02.2012
Police Lieutenant, Crime Suppression Commander
Atlanta Police Department
05.2009 - 02.2010
Police Lieutenant
City Of Atlanta Police Department
07.2006 - 05.2009
Police Sergeant
Atlanta Police Department
12.1999 - 08.2008
Police Detective
Atlanta Police Department
03.1995 - 11.1999
Police Officer
Atlanta Police Department
05.1988 - 03.1995
Saint Leo University
Master of Science from Critical Incident Management
Saint Leo University
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
Internet Snapshot
Media and Television appearance sample
https://www.facebook.com/fox5atlanta/videos/barcelona-wine-bar-murder-investigation-update/10155097921765823/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swy2cvTjlvM&t=108s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIU0kIBAILI&t=32s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUR-qKZImew
Affiliations
- International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
- National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE)
- Georgia International Law Enforcement Leadership Exchange (G.I.L.L.E)
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