Charles Chandler
City Of Westerville
Cardington,Ohio
22
years of professional experience
With a goal of transferring executive and leadership skills into the private sector, brings over 30 years of progressive law enforcement experience as a seasoned Chief of Police. Throughout career, has successfully led an organization of 115 full-time employees, demonstrating exceptional integrity, budgeting expertise, and problem-solving abilities. Track record showcases decisive decision-making skills and the ability to make an immediate impact on an organization. Connect on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/charles-chandler-chief to learn more about professional journey.
Work History
Chief of Police
7 Years 3 Months- Functioned as chief executive of law enforcement agency employing 115 full time staff including Professional Standards, Communications, Investigations, Records, Patrol and Community Services
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with city staff leaders
- Evaluated and completed Capital Improvement and General Fund Budget
- Established and maintained partnerships with Federal, State and Local Agencies
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with community partners
- Implemented new Internal Affairs policy
- Participated in labor process - MOU's and grievance hearings
- Collaborated on design of new Police/Court facility
- Collaborated with fire chief on public safety drone team
- Implemented integrated body camera and cruiser camera system
- Represented Police Division and city at public speaking events
- Represented Police Division in media
- Established and maintained relationships with local media outlets
- Presented inter-agency agreements to city council
- Restructured Police Division for more accountability
- Obtained Agency's Initial C.A.L.E.A. Accreditation
- Implemented Therapy K-9 Program
Assistant/Interim Chief Of Police
8 Months- Established and maintained effective working relationships with city staff leaders
- Evaluated and completed Capital Improvement Budget
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with community partners
- Implemented new Internal Affairs policy
- Implemented Bias Based Policing policy
- Brought Police Division into compliance with Ohio Collaborative
- Participated in labor process - MOU's and grievance hearings
- Collaborated on design of new Police/Court facility
- Collaborated with fire chief on public safety projects
- Presented bids and policy to city council for implementation of body cameras
- Worked on firearms safety strategy aligned with Westerville Safe city council goals
- Represented Police Division and city at public speaking events
- Served on State Commission (Criminal Sentencing)
- Represented Police Division in media
- Established and maintained relationships with local media outlets
- Presented inter-agency agreements to city council
- Participated in local Chief's Associations
- Enhanced emergency preparedness procedures, commanding oversight and maintenance of tactical plans, equipment and weapons.
Police Lieutenant
1 Year 7 Months- Served on legislative committees for city ordinances
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 10 investigators and one investigative supervisor
- Mitigated risks by accurately analyzing and evaluating criminal complaints, citations and search warrants for case preparation.
- Prepared and managed bureau budget
- Researched capital improvements
- Prepared monthly reports to ensure compliance with strategic plan
- Managed background investigation assignments
- Managed major crime investigations
- Represented police division in the media regarding major cases (TV, print, radio)
- Analyzed crime trends for deployment of staffing and resources
- Interviewed police officer candidates
Police Sergeant
10 Years 10 Months- Shift commander
- Investigations supervisor
- Community Services supervisor
- Directed overall work and training schedule
- Led corporals and front line staff
- Completed evaluations of assigned personnel
- Checked for accuracy of reports
- Checked and submitted shift payroll
- Implemented A.L.I.C.E. active shooter training
- Ensured shift compliance with police division budget
- Supervised specialized units - Delaware Crisis Negotiation, K-9 and firearms
- Supervised community services programs
- Acted as public information officer
Police Corporal
1 Year 5 Months- Supervised day to day patrol operations
- Completed evaluations of assigned personnel
Detective/Task Force Officer
1 Year 6 Months- Served as TFO DEA Columbus Ohio Drug Task Force
- Provided oversight in various investigations involving money laundering, major crimes, narcotics trafficking.
- Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions.
- Examined crimes scenes.
- Prepared for federal, municipal and county court hearings.
- Leveraged polished written and verbal communication skills to provide senior leaders with information needed to make decisions.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement Technology
Skills
Skilled public speaker
Service-oriented
Criminal law knowledge
Team-oriented
Staff training/development
Efficient multi-tasker
Budget development
Employee scheduling
Organized
Exceptional interpersonal communication
Effective leader
Experience Overseeing Major Investigations
Relationship building
Professional Education
- Harvard Kennedy School of Government - Executive Certificate in Public Leadership
- Northwestern University, School of Police Staff and Command
- Certified Law Enforcement Executive Program (CLEE)
- Police Executive Leadership College (PELC)
- Supervisor Training and Education Program (STEP)
Training - Investigations
- Basic Narcotic Investigation – U.S. DEPT OF JUSTICE DEA
- Case Management – OPOTA
- Conducting Background Investigations – OPOTA
- Interview and Interrogation – JOHN E. REID AND ASSOCIATES
- Sexual Violence Investigations – MAGLOCLEN
- Para-Military Action Organization - OPOTA
- Core Criminal Investigations – OPOTA
- Cultivating Confidential Informants – OPOTA
- State and Local Anti-Terrorism Training Program - BJA
- Internal Investigation - OPOTA
Accomplishments
- Medal of Honor - Westerville Division of Police
- Officer of the year - Westerville Division of Police
- Wound Medal - Westerville Division of Police
- Exceptional Duty Medal (7) - Westerville Division of Police
- Educational Achievement Award (2) - Westerville Division of Police
- Honorable Service - Westerville Division of Police
- Gallantry Star - Westerville Division of Police
- Office Citation - Delaware County Sheriff
- Office Commendation - Delaware County Sheriff
Boards and Commissions
President-Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police
Member-Ohio Criminal Sentencing Commission - Appointed by Governor John Kasich, Reappointed by Governor Mike Dewine
Member-Columbus State Community College Criminal Justice Committee
Member-Eastland Career Center Academic Advisory Committee
Member-Ohio Association Chiefs of Police
Past President-Franklin County Chiefs of Police Association
Member-Ohio Association Chiefs of Police - Education Committee
Professional References
Congressman Troy Balderson
250 East Wilson Bridge Rd. Suite 100
Worthington, Ohio 43085 740-819-2580
Scottie Frier - Instructor
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
5400 Broad River Rd Columbia, SC 29212
803-513-1988
Professor Scott Wagner
Columbus State Community College
550 E. Spring St. Columbus, Ohio 43215
614-287-5429
Timeline
Chief of Police
City Of Westerville
08.2019 - CurrentRead More
Assistant/Interim Chief Of Police
Westerville Division Of Police
12.2018 - 08.2019Read More
Police Lieutenant
Westerville Division of Police
05.2017 - 12.2018Read More
Police Sergeant
Westerville Division of Police
07.2006 - 05.2017Read More
Police Corporal
Westerville Division of Police
01.2005 - 06.2006Read More
Detective/Task Force Officer
Westerville Division Of Police
07.2003 - 01.2005Read More
Columbia Southern University
Master of Science from Criminal Justice Administration
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Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice Administration
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Columbus State Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Law Enforcement Technology
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