Charles Jones
Police Major
Atlanta,Georgia
Summary
Seasoned Commander offering 27 years of experience and reputation for strength in leadership. Committed to preserving public safety and security through ethical and efficient policing. Gifted in data analysis and policy development. Hardworking Police Commander with the ability to create a positive and safe environment for residents. Expertise in investigations, administration and patrol watch.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
11
11
Certification
Work History
Police Major
Forest Park Police Department
Forest Park, GA
03.2023 - Current
- Directed, coordinated, and supervised the daily operations of the Support Service division.
- Evaluated performance of officers and other personnel within the division.
- Oversaw investigations into criminal activity, including interviewing suspects and witnesses.
- Drafted policies for use by police personnel in responding to incidents.
- Maintained close relationships with community organizations to foster trust between citizens and police personnel.
- Attended meetings with elected officials, civic leaders, business owners., to discuss public safety concerns.
- Monitored budget allocations and expenditures within the division.
- Ensured that all training requirements were met for officers under his and her command.
- Managed disciplinary proceedings against personnel within the division when warranted.
- Coordinated routine evaluations with local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
- Improved criminal investigation lead times through enhanced case management and better personnel training.
Police Captain
Riverdale Police Dept
Riverdale, GA
03.2015 - 03.2021
- Assisted in development of departmental goals and strategies.
- Oversaw and controlled purchasing, maintenance and inventory of departmental equipment, vehicles and property.
- Coordinated activities between sworn and non-sworn personnel.
- Researched and developed grants for assigned programs.
- Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Participated in development and administration of division's annual budget.
- Recommended organizational or operating procedure changes to maximize results.
Police Lieutenant
Riverdale Police Dept
Riverdale, GA
01.2013 - 03.2015
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Prepared required investigation reports for court.
- Maintained knowledge of changes in laws and planned alteration of departmental strategies and policies accordingly.
- Responded to major incidents reported to department, assuming role of Commander as needed for emergency situations.
Police Sergeant
Riverdale Police Dept
Riverdale, GA
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Informed shift officers of special areas of emphasis, including properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
Troy University
Troy, AL03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA06.2002
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Atlanta, GA01.1996
Skills
- Team building
- Project management
- Communication
- Training & Development
- Great judgment
- Coordination skills
- Ability to monitor
- Organization
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Certification
- GENERAL INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE TRAINING - 2014
- MANAGERIAL CERTIFICATE TRAINING- 2014
- SUPERVISORY CERTIFICATE TRAINING - 2007
- INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE TRAINING- 2002
- FIELD TRAINING OFFICER CERTIFICATE TRAINING -2007
- EXECUTIVE POLICE TRAINING, NORTHWASTERN UNIVESITY CENTER FOR PUBLIC SAFETY - 2014
- EXECUTIVE POLICE TRAINING, FBI-LEEDA 2017
- EXECUTIVE POLICE TRAINING, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION- 2018
- CHIEF EXECUTIVE TRAINING CLASS 24-76 (CHIEF SCHOOL) -2024
- PROCUREMENT & SOURCING TRAINING
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of six in the development of Realtime Crime Center.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing of our drone.
- Achieved putting into operations a Drone First Responder program by completing all required documents for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved Fusus intergration through effectively helping with finding camera locations.
- Supervised team of seven staff members.
Timeline
Police Major
Forest Park Police Department
03.2023 - Current
Police Captain
Riverdale Police Dept
03.2015 - 03.2021
Police Lieutenant
Riverdale Police Dept
01.2013 - 03.2015
Police Sergeant
Riverdale Police Dept
01.2007 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Public Administration
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Georgia State University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
- GENERAL INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE TRAINING - 2014
- MANAGERIAL CERTIFICATE TRAINING- 2014
- SUPERVISORY CERTIFICATE TRAINING - 2007
- INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE TRAINING- 2002
- FIELD TRAINING OFFICER CERTIFICATE TRAINING -2007
- EXECUTIVE POLICE TRAINING, NORTHWASTERN UNIVESITY CENTER FOR PUBLIC SAFETY - 2014
- EXECUTIVE POLICE TRAINING, FBI-LEEDA 2017
- EXECUTIVE POLICE TRAINING, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION- 2018
- CHIEF EXECUTIVE TRAINING CLASS 24-76 (CHIEF SCHOOL) -2024
- PROCUREMENT & SOURCING TRAINING
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