Andre Cartlidge
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement leader with extensive experience at the Rolling Fork Police Department, excelling in community engagement and policy formulation. Proven track record in resource allocation and investigative methods, enhancing departmental efficiency and safety compliance. Committed to fostering trust and collaboration within the community while driving impactful training initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Police
Rolling Fork Police Department
Rolling Fork
08.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of law enforcement activities and community engagement initiatives to strengthen community relations.
- Developed and implemented policing strategies to enhance community safety and trust.
- Coordinated training programs for officers on policy adherence and effective communication to enhance service delivery.
- Managed departmental budgets and resource allocation to ensure effective use of resources.
Investigator
Bolivar County District Attorney
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal cases, enhancing case preparation for local district attorney's office.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies, streamlining investigative efforts and improving case resolution.
- Prepared detailed reports that succinctly summarized findings, facilitating prosecutorial review and decision-making.
Training and Safety Coordinator
Washington County Sheriff's Department
05.2022 - 03.2025
- Coordinated training sessions on emergency response procedures, enhancing staff preparedness and response capabilities.
- Conducted safety inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Implemented safety protocols for department activities and events, promoting a safer work environment.
Investigator
Mississippi Bureau Investigator
01.2014 - 03.2022
- MBI Homicide Investigator
- Conducted in-depth investigations of criminal cases, contributing to successful prosecutions for the district attorney's office.
- Gathered and analyzed evidence, enhancing case development and informing prosecution strategies.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects, securing crucial information for legal proceedings.
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
11.2014 - 03.2015
- Trained Trooper Class #61
Instructor
Burns Flat Oklahoma
07.2014 - 07.2014
- Law Enforcement Driver Training Instructor School
- Developed lesson plans for law enforcement training courses.
- Conducted practical exercises in defensive tactics and firearms handling.
- Evaluated student performance through written exams and skills assessments.
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
03.2014 - 05.2014
- Certified Investigator Program
- Developed lesson plans on law enforcement practices and safety protocols.
- Conducted training sessions for new recruits in tactical procedures and techniques.
- Evaluated trainee performance through practical assessments and simulations.
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Developed lesson plans for law enforcement training programs.
- Delivered instructional sessions on legal procedures and regulations.
- Facilitated interview and interrogation training sessions, enhancing investigative skills of law enforcement personnel.
- Administered assessments to evaluate student understanding and performance.
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl
09.2012 - 09.2012
- Conducted accident investigation training for class #12-B43
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl
07.2012 - 08.2012
- Instructed Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class.
- Developed training programs for law enforcement recruits at the academy.
- Delivered engaging instructional sessions on legal procedures and public safety.
- Evaluated trainee performance through practical assessments and feedback sessions.
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
Moorhead
05.2012 - 05.2012
- Taught Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #12-B42
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl
05.2012 - 05.2012
- Taught basic accident investigation to a class
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl
02.2012 - 02.2012
- Taught Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class11-B41
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
Moorhead
02.2012 - 02.2012
- Delivered accident investigation training for Basic Class #11-B38, equipping participants with essential skills to effectively analyze and respond to incidents
- Developed training programs for law enforcement officer candidates.
- Delivered instructional sessions on legal procedures and safety protocols.
- Evaluated trainee performance through assessments and practical exercises.
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl
10.2011 - 10.2011
- Taught basic accident investigation to a basic class.
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl
09.2011 - 09.2011
- Delivered Fatal Crash Investigation training to MHP Cadet Class #60, equipping cadets with essential skills for effective accident analysis.
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
Moorhead
09.2011 - 09.2011
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions in tactical skills and safety protocols.
- Instructed students in fundamental accident investigation techniques in Basic Class #11-B40, enhancing their foundational skills for real-world applications.
- Delivered engaging lectures on law enforcement procedures and practices.
- Developed training modules for law enforcement personnel at the academy.
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl
08.2011 - 09.2011
- Taught Basic Accident Investigation to MHP Cadet Class #60
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl
08.2011 - 08.2011
- Conducted training on basic accident investigation, enhancing participants' understanding of safety protocols.
- Developed training curricula for law enforcement officers at a state academy.
- Delivered engaging lectures on legal concepts and law enforcement practices.
- Facilitated practical exercises to enhance skills in various law enforcement scenarios.
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
Moorhead
03.2011 - 05.2011
- Delivered Basic Accident Investigation training to Basic Class #11-B39
Instructor
Greenville Police Department
Greenville
03.2011 - 03.2011
- Taught Automated Crash Reporting System (Report Beam)
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Academy
Pearl
03.2011 - 03.2011
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for law enforcement training programs, aligning curriculum with current practices and standards.
- Delivered instruction on criminal justice topics and procedures, fostering critical thinking and practical application among students.
- Facilitated practical exercises to enhance tactical skills in trainees.
- Conducted training sessions on basic accident investigation techniques, enhancing students' understanding and skills.
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
Moorhead
02.2011 - 02.2011
- Conducted Basic Accident Investigation training for Basic Class #11-B37, equipping students with essential skills for effective accident analysis.
- Developed training programs for law enforcement personnel at the academy.
- Facilitated interactive workshops on tactical skills and legal standards.
- Evaluated trainee performance through assessments and practical exercises.
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
Moorhead
09.2010 - 09.2010
- Taught Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #10-B36
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
Moorhead
06.2010 - 06.2010
- Delivered basic accident investigation lessons to class #10-B35, enhancing students' understanding of safety protocols and procedures.
- Developed training materials for law enforcement officer courses.
- Conducted practical exercises in self-defense and emergency response.
- Facilitated classroom discussions on legal standards and ethics.
Instructor
Indianola Police Department
Indianola
05.2010 - 05.2010
- Instructed students on the Automated Crash Reporting System (Report Beam) to improve their understanding and usage.
- Delivered engaging instruction on law enforcement practices and procedures.
- Developed training materials to enhance learning experiences for recruits.
- Evaluated trainee performance through assessments and practical exercises.
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Academy
Moorhead
10.2009 - 10.2009
- Taught Basic Accident Investigation lessons to Basic Class #9-B34, enhancing students' understanding of accident analysis techniques
- Developed training curriculum for law enforcement officers at the academy.
- Delivered lectures on legal procedures and police practices to recruits.
- Facilitated hands-on training exercises in emergency response techniques.
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
05.2014
- Certified State Instructor
Instructor
Durant Police Department
Durant
09.2011
- Taught Automated Crash Reporting System (Report Beam)
Instructor
Rosedale Police Department
Rosedale
06.2011
- Taught Automated Crash Reporting System (Report Beam)
Education
Vista Real Scenes 3-D Animation Course -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl, MS02-2011
Motorcycle Crash Investigation Course -
Jacksonville, Florida03-2010
Crash Data Retrieval Technical Course -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl, MS08-2009
Crash Data Retrieval Data Analysts Course -
Elkgrove, Illinois08-2009
Total Station Certification Forensic Mapping Course -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl, MS07-2009
State Certification -
MS Board on Law Enforcement Officer’s Standards and Training
Pearl, MS06-2009
Accident Reconstruction -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl, MS05-2009
Technical Accident Investigation -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl, MS04-2009
On Scene Traffic Homicide Investigation -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl, MS03-2009
MS Highway Patrol School -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Pearl, MS03-2006
Skills
- Community engagement strategies
- Policy formulation
- Investigative methods
- Resource allocation
- Safety compliance
- Evidence evaluation
Related Experience
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #9-B34, MS Law Enforcement Academy, Moorhead, MS, 10/07/09, 10/08/09
- Instructor, Automated Crash Reporting System (Report Beam), Indianola Police Department, Indianola, MS, 05/12/10, 05/13/10
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #10-B35, MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy, Moorhead, MS, 06/16/10, 06/17/10
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #10-B36, MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy, Moorhead, MS, 09/13/10, 09/14/10
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #11-B37, MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy, Moorhead, MS, 02/07/11, 02/08/11
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Academy, Pearl, MS, 03/07/11, 03/10/11
- Instructor, Automated Crash Reporting System (Report Beam), Greenville Police Department, Greenville, MS, 03/14/11, 03/16/11
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #11-B39, MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy, Moorhead, MS, 03/01/11, 05/02/11
- Instructor, Automated Crash Reporting System (Report Beam), Rosedale Police Department, Rosedale, MS, 06/24/11, 06/24/11
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, Pearl, MS, 08/08/11, 08/09/11
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to MHP Cadet Class #60, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, Pearl, MS, 08/15/11, 09/02/11
- Instructor, Automated Crash Reporting System (Report Beam), Durant Police Department, Durant, MS, 09/08/11, 09/08/11
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #11-B40, MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy, Moorhead, MS, 09/14/11, 09/15/11
- Instructor, Fatal Crash Investigation to MHP Cadet Class #60, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, Pearl, MS, 09/18/11, 09/28/11
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, Pearl, MS, 10/17/11, 10/18/11
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #11-B38, MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy, Moorhead, MS, 02/08/12, 02/09/12
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class11-B41, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, Pearl, MS, 02/13/12, 02/16/12
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, Pearl, MS, 05/14/12, 05/16/12
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #12-B42, MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy, Moorhead, MS, 05/23/12, 05/24/12
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, Pearl, MS, 07/30/12, 08/02/12
- Instructor, Basic Accident Investigation to Basic Class #12-B43, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, Pearl, MS, 09/19/12, 09/20/12
- Instructor, Interview and Interrogation Training, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, 01/20/14, 01/23/14
- Certified Active Shooter Instructor, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, 2007
- Certified Investigator Program, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, 03/17/14, 05/15/14
- Certified State Instructor, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, 05/15/14, 05/15/14
- Law Enforcement Driver Training Instructor School, Burns Flat, Oklahoma, 07/20/14, 07/25/14
- Trained Trooper Class #61, MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy, 11/09/14, 03/26/15
- FBI Basic Crisis Negotiation, Hostage Negotiation, Jackson, MS, 08/12/19, 08/16/19
- MBI Homicide Investigator, Mississippi Bureau Investigator, 01/11/14, 03/31/22
- Washington County Sheriff's Department Training and Safety Coordinator, 05/02/22, 03/01/25
- Bolivar County District Attorney Investigator, 05/02/25, 08/19/25
- Chief of Police, Rolling Fork Police Department, 08/19/25, Present
Timeline
Chief of Police
Rolling Fork Police Department
08.2025 - Current
Investigator
Bolivar County District Attorney
05.2025 - 08.2025
Training and Safety Coordinator
Washington County Sheriff's Department
05.2022 - 03.2025
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
11.2014 - 03.2015
Instructor
Burns Flat Oklahoma
07.2014 - 07.2014
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
05.2014
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
03.2014 - 05.2014
Investigator
Mississippi Bureau Investigator
01.2014 - 03.2022
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
01.2014 - 01.2014
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
09.2012 - 09.2012
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
07.2012 - 08.2012
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
05.2012 - 05.2012
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
05.2012 - 05.2012
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
02.2012 - 02.2012
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
02.2012 - 02.2012
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
10.2011 - 10.2011
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
09.2011 - 09.2011
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
09.2011 - 09.2011
Instructor
Durant Police Department
09.2011
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
08.2011 - 09.2011
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
08.2011 - 08.2011
Instructor
Rosedale Police Department
06.2011
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
03.2011 - 05.2011
Instructor
Greenville Police Department
03.2011 - 03.2011
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Academy
03.2011 - 03.2011
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
02.2011 - 02.2011
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
09.2010 - 09.2010
Instructor
MS Delta Law Enforcement Academy
06.2010 - 06.2010
Instructor
Indianola Police Department
05.2010 - 05.2010
Instructor
MS Law Enforcement Academy
10.2009 - 10.2009
Vista Real Scenes 3-D Animation Course -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Motorcycle Crash Investigation Course -
Crash Data Retrieval Technical Course -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Crash Data Retrieval Data Analysts Course -
Total Station Certification Forensic Mapping Course -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
State Certification -
MS Board on Law Enforcement Officer’s Standards and Training
Accident Reconstruction -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
Technical Accident Investigation -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
On Scene Traffic Homicide Investigation -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy
MS Highway Patrol School -
MS Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy