Brent Vickers

Demonstrated and resourceful leader dedicated to serving others and developing future leaders. Expertise in developing and administering department budgets, evaluating, developing, and motivating personnel, and establishing goals and objectives for a municipal public safety agency. Hands-on experience conducting investigations, diffusing volatile situations, and analyzing internal and external trends. Leveraged technological advances to further the efficiency of department operations. Experience working through volatile and chaotic situations and reviewing how outcomes can lead to learning and improvement strategies.

Held positions as a uniform patrol officer, a juvenile investigator, a traffic division officer, a SWAT team entry team member, a SWAT team sniper, a patrol Lieutenant, a Patrol Captain, a Police Services Bureau Major, a Police Investigative Services Unit Major, Deputy Chief of Police, and Chief of Police. Achieved advancement through a proactive growth mindset and work ethic to advance the mission of the organization. The varied positions held have contributed to the development of strong communication skills, problem-solving skills, and emotional intelligence. Agility and flexibility in changing environments and situations allowed for positive outcomes and learning opportunities. Looking past the immediacy of decision-making via an inquisitive mindset allows for understanding the broader implications to the organization.

Having attended numerous leadership development courses, as well as courses focused on more technical skills, these skills have been applied successfully due to the strong belief in continuing education and training in any workplace environment. Vigilant, analytical, accountable, candid, and dependable professional with over 25 years of experience providing leadership, service, and safety to employees and citizens in Southaven, MS. Tech-savvy with proficiency in office equipment operations. Skilled in public speaking, group leadership, and community care. Empathetic and committed to guiding and supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds. Results-oriented administrator possessing first-rate communication, problem analysis, and organizational skills.