Brian R. Welshons
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Dynamic Detective Sergeant with proven team leadership, conflict de-escalation, and investigative skills. Committed to maintaining compliance and guiding teams in complex investigations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective Sergeant
Elk Grove Police Department
09.2023 - Current
- Supervise Major Crimes investigations involving homicide, robbery, felony assaults, and missing persons investigations.
- Directly supervise five Detectives and two Community Service Officers within the Investigations Bureau.
- Coordinate investigative strategy, case management, evidence review, interagency cooperation, and prosecutorial coordination.
- Review reports, search warrants, investigative documentation, and operational plans for legal sufficiency and investigative integrity.
- Provide mentorship, training, and performance oversight to investigative personnel.
- Lead critical incident response and support complex criminal investigations.
- Collaborated with local agencies to coordinate multi-jurisdictional operations and information sharing.
- Engaged with community stakeholders to build trust and gather intelligence on local crime issues.
Patrol Sergeant
Elk Grove Police Department
12.2022 - Current
- Supervised patrol operations, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
- Supervised a patrol team consisting of nine police officers.
- Trained and mentored junior officers on law enforcement protocols and community engagement strategies.
- Facilitated training sessions on emergency response protocols, improving team readiness for critical incidents.
- Managed incident reports and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Evaluated officer performance during shifts, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on proper police procedures and promoting professional growth.
- Handled high-stress situations calmly under pressure while making critical decisions to protect public safety.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all patrol activities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and departmental standards.
Senior Detective
Elk Grove Police Department
01.2015 - 12.2022
- Conducted long-term narcotics and gang-related investigations involving controlled substances trafficking, firearms violations, organized criminal activity, and undercover operations.
- Managed confidential informants and coordinated covert investigative operations.
- Participated in extensive surveillance operations involving narcotics trafficking and gang activity.
- Authored and executed numerous search warrants related to narcotics investigations.
- Conducted investigations involving methamphetamine, heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, marijuana cultivation, concentrated cannabis, MDMA, and prescription narcotics.
- Served as supervising case agent during undercover narcotics investigations.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies during multi-jurisdictional investigations.
- Conducted thorough investigations, interviewing witnesses and suspects to gather critical evidence.
- Supervised junior detectives, providing mentorship and guidance in investigative techniques and procedures.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
Gang Detective
Elk Grove Police Department
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Assigned to the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department Impact Division conducting enforcement and intelligence operations targeting criminal street gangs and organized crime.
- Conducted surveillance operations involving known gang members and associates.
- Investigated gang-related crimes, criminal enterprises, narcotics trafficking, and violent crime trends.
- Developed criminal intelligence through field contacts, interviews, and collaborative task force operations.
- Participated in regional gang investigations involving twelve law enforcement agencies.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of gang culture, criminal trends, gang hierarchy, recruitment, hand signs, graffiti, and criminal street gang operations.
- Established and implemented a Criminal Asset Forfeiture Program for the Division.
- Developed training programs for junior detectives on investigative techniques and case management strategies.
- Mentored new detectives, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance within the department.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.
Police Officer
Elk Grove Police Department
11.2006 - 12.2011
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Collaborated with community programs to enhance crime prevention strategies.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing support during critical situations.
- Trained new officers on departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
- Participated in community outreach initiatives, fostering positive police-community relations.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
Officer - Technician
US Secret Service
09.2000 - 11.2006
- Served as a Uniformed Division Officer responsible for protecting federal facilities and dignitaries.
- Worked as a police officer within the District of Columbia.
- Conducted threat assessments to identify potential risks during high-profile events.
- Coordinated security operations and logistics for presidential and dignitary protection details.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans to ensure public safety during major events.
- Trained junior officers on operational protocols and crisis management techniques.
- Assigned to the Technical Security Division – Emergency Services.
- Conducted high-security operations and emergency response functions.
Military Police Sergeant
US Army
07.1994 - 08.2000
- Served six years on active duty in the United States Army Military Police Corps.
- Held assignments in corrections, patrol, and military working dog operations.
- Worked as a K-9 handler specializing in patrol, explosive detection, and narcotics detection.
- Assigned as a Sergeant to the Fort Myer, Virginia K-9 Section.
- Supervised military personnel and operational deployments.
- Conducted security operations, patrol enforcement, and military law enforcement activities.
- Developed training programs for junior personnel on law enforcement protocols.
- Mentored soldiers in conflict resolution strategies and crisis management techniques.
- Conducted inspections to maintain compliance with military regulations and standards.
- Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement within the unit.
- Ensured safety and security of personnel by conducting regular patrols and enforcing military laws.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Behavioral Psychology
National University
La Jolla, CA10-2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL09-2004
Skills
- Team leadership skills
- Coaching / Mentoring
- Conflict de-escalation
- Maintaining compliance
- Supervising investigations
- Case reviews
- Investigative techniques
- Leading team operations
Timeline
Detective Sergeant
Elk Grove Police Department
09.2023 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
Elk Grove Police Department
12.2022 - Current
Senior Detective
Elk Grove Police Department
01.2015 - 12.2022
Gang Detective
Elk Grove Police Department
01.2012 - 12.2015
Police Officer
Elk Grove Police Department
11.2006 - 12.2011
Officer - Technician
US Secret Service
09.2000 - 11.2006
Military Police Sergeant
US Army
07.1994 - 08.2000
Master of Arts - Human Behavioral Psychology
National University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia Southern University
Specialized Assignments and Collateral Duties
- Detective Sergeant – Crimes Against Persons (2023 - Present)
- Senior Narcotics Detective (January 2015 - December 2022)
- Gang Investigator – Sacramento Regional Gang Task Force (January 2012 - December 2014)
- Firearms Instructor (2021 - Present)
- American Herat Association / Red Cross certified CPR / First-Aid AED Instructor -certifying city personnel - (November 2011 - Present)
- Department Instructor for tactical Medicine / CPR / First Aid (January 2011 - Present)
- Tactical Emergency Medicine Operator for Critical Response Unit (January 2008 - May 2015)
- City of Elk Grove DEI Training Manager (January 2023 - Present)
- Elk Grove new hire Buddy Program (January 2023 - Present)
- US Secret Service - Special Operations Division - HAMMER Program (Hazardous Agent Mitigation Medical Emergency Response January 2002 - November 2023)
Leadership and Supervisory Experience
- Detective Sergeant - Crimes Against Persons Unit - September 2023 - Present
- Supervise five Detectives and two Community Service Officers
- Patrol Sergeant - Operations - December 2022 - September 2023
- Supervised nine Patrol Officers
- Senior Detective - Street Crimes Unit - January 2018 - December 2022
- Elk Grove Mentorship Program - Have participated as a mentor twice through the eight month program.
- City of Elk Grove DEI Training Team Lead - January 2023 - Present
- Military Police Sergeant - Have served a K-9 supervisor at two duty stations responsible for five soldiers and their K-9 partners.
Certificates and Training
- POST Sherman Block Leadership Course - 2026
- Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce - Leadership Elk Grove Program - 2025
- POST Academy Instructor Certification - 2025
- National Society of Leadership and Success - Leadership Training Program - 2024
- POST Supervisory Course - 2023
- City of Elk Grove Coaching for Excellence - 2023
- POST Advanced Certificate - 2010
- POST Intermediate Certificate - 2008
- US Secret Service Tactical Emergency Services Course - 2003
- US Secret Service Uniformed Division Academy - 2001
- US Army Primary Leadership Development Course - 1998
Performance and Professional Achievements
Elk Grove Police
- Lifesaving Award
- Unit Commendation
- While assigned to the Street Crimes Unit, worked with the Elk Grove Soroptimist Society to provide 30 care backpacks and homemade quilts for victims of Human Trafficking.
- Am currently working on a project with my Community Service Officers to upgrade Project Lifesaver.
- Sacramento County Sheriff's Department Impact Division 2013 Employee of the 4th quarter
- In December of 2013, my narcotics unit received the U.S. Attorney for the District of Eastern California Narcotics Excellence award for effort made in investigation and prosecuting marijuana cases for 2012 / 2013. Our unit was the recipient from 34 counties in the state of California from Fresno to Oregon.
US Army
Air Assault Badge
Army Commendation Medal X 2
Army Achievement Medal X 3
National Defense Service Medal
Overseas Service Medal
Community Engagement and Outreach
- BBQ in the Beat
- Elk Grove PD Christmas Toy Drive
- Adopt-a-Family
- Shop-with-a-Cop
Other Experience
Adjunct Professor for American River / Los Rios Community Colleges (January 2023 - Present)
Courses:
- Juvenile Corrections Officer Course - Social Media / Gang Overview / Gang Supervision
- Probation Officer Core - Gang Overview / Gang Supervision
- First Aid / CPR / AED Update
- Controlled Substances