Brian V. Nevins
Cumming,GA
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement executive with more than 29 years of progressive leadership experience. Expert in managing large-scale budgets, overseeing hundreds of employees, and leading complex, multi-division operations. Proven record of strengthening organizational performance, modernizing processes, building accountability systems, and fostering community partnerships.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Sheriff (Retired)
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Human Resources Bureau and Court Services Bureau: Oversaw recruitment and retention of 4,700 Sheriff's Employees, Internal Affairs, Medical Liaison Unit, Employee Relations, Training Division, Payroll, and Superior Court law enforcement contract. Managed over 600 personnel and a budget of $130 million. Instituted and supported new programs and technology in recruitment and retention. Implemented accountability processes to gauge effectiveness of efforts.
Sheriff's Commander
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Law Enforcement Services Bureau: Managed a budget of $207 million with 650 personnel at 21 patrol facilities including nine contract cities, and a population of approximately 1 million.
- Revamped monthly accountability meetings of area crime statistics to include community engagement and best practices.
Sheriff's Captain
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Law Enforcement Services Bureau: "Chief of Police" of the Rancho San Diego Station. Manage personnel, budgets, and patrol operations in unincorporated communities and two contract cities. Engaged with Community, County, and State stakeholders to address community concerns.
- Emergency Services Division: Manage personnel and budgets of Emergency Planning Division, SWAT, Helicopter Unit, Bomb Arson, Search/Rescue and Reserve Unit. Commanded several critical incidents and co-served as Sheriff's Department COVID response for the County of San Diego.
Sheriff's Lieutenant
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
12.2015 - 01.2019
- Law Enforcement Services Bureau: Led several multi-agency teams investigating criminal drug organizations.
- Law Enforcement Services Bureau: "Chief of Police" of the Lakeside Substation. Manage personnel, budgets and patrol operations in unincorporated communities of Lakeside and El Cajon.
- Court Services Bureau: Facility Commander. Managed personnel and budgets of four Superior court facilities.
Sheriff's Sergeant
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
12.2011 - 12.2015
- Human Resources Bureau: Internal Affairs. Investigated alleged criminal and procedural misconduct of Sheriff's employees.
- Human Resources Bureau: Training Division. Procurement and evaluation of safety equipment, manage staff and budget.
- Law Enforcement Bureau: First line supervisor for law enforcement services.
Deputy Sheriff
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
10.1995 - 12.2011
- Law Enforcement Bureau: Enforcement of State and Local laws
- Human Resources Bureau: Training Division. Research, develop, and implement training.
- Detentions Services Bureau: Duties related to detention facilities.
College Adjunct Instructor
San Diego Community College District and Southwestern Community College
06.2006 - 06.2024
- Facilitate law enforcement training including: Ethics, leadership, supervisory courses, use of force, incident command, and internal affairs.
Education
No Degree -
Federal Bureau of Investigations National Academy
03.2019
BS - Criminal Justice Management
Union Institute and University
06.2017
Skills
- Oversight of budgets exceeding $100 million
- Leadership of diverse teams with over 600 members
- Strategic planning and organizational leadership
- Community engagement and interagency coordination
- Internal affairs and accountability systems
- Crisis management expertise
- Recruitment, retention, and workforce development
- Policy development and operational restructuring
Timeline
Assistant Sheriff (Retired)
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
01.2023 - 02.2025
Sheriff's Commander
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
04.2022 - 12.2022
Sheriff's Captain
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
01.2019 - 04.2022
Sheriff's Lieutenant
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
12.2015 - 01.2019
Sheriff's Sergeant
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
12.2011 - 12.2015
College Adjunct Instructor
San Diego Community College District and Southwestern Community College
06.2006 - 06.2024
Deputy Sheriff
San Diego County Sheriff's Office
10.1995 - 12.2011
BS - Criminal Justice Management
Union Institute and University
No Degree -
Federal Bureau of Investigations National Academy