Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Community Leadership
Clearance
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Chris Rains

Wilmington,NC

Summary

A seasoned law enforcement professional with over twenty-three years of Law Enforcement experience and seven years of Executive Protection duties. An accomplished Law Enforcement leader with years in specialized units: Street Crimes, ATF Task Force Detective, SWAT, ABC and FBI Task Force Detective Sergeant. Skilled at leading teams and exceeding mission goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Protection

Various
04.2017 - Current
  • Currently work part-time as a private contractor in Executive Protection Team roles, driving and performing personal and site security for corporate executives and other private individuals.

Police Sergeant

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Charlotte, NC
05.2014 - 06.2022
  • As FBI Task Force (TF) Sergeant, supervised three teams of CMPD TF Detectives on the Human Trafficking, Safe Streets and Joint Terrorism Task Forces, directing long term investigations of individual and local/regional/international criminal enterprises
  • Led the CMPD Technical Services Unit building, monitoring, and installing covert surveillance platforms, cameras and GPS trackers
  • As the ABC Sergeant, supervised a 13-detective unit conducting alcohol permit application investigations as part of the ABC permitting process.
  • Supervised various undercover investigations, managed tactical decisions during operations
  • As Patrol Sergeant, supervised up to 24 officers, managed staffing and ensured and calls for service were addressed in a legal and ethical manner.
  • Managed critical incidents as Incident Commander, making crucial decisions and utilizing personnel and resources to mitigate danger to the community and capture violators
  • Managed and approved subordinate time reporting, Body Worn Camera audits, administrative duties and investigations into complaints and citizen contacts

Owner/General Contractor

Carolina Builders and Associates/Deck and Fence
Charlotte, NC
02.2002 - 12.2008
  • Managed two small construction companies offering additions, custom homes, and remodels to the residential and commercial markets.

Police Officer

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Charlotte, NC
03.1993 - 02.2002
  • As an ATF Task Force Detective, channeled repeat violent offenders into the Federal Court system. Participated in Federal Investigations on violent offenders, and domestic/international terrorist organizations.
  • As a Street Crimes Officer, investigated street level violent drug offenders, directed informants, planned and conducted surveillance operations, planned and executed search warrant and offender arrest operations, and testified in State and Federal Courts.
  • As SWAT Team member, performed entry and grenadier roles, certified team members on flash sound diversionary devices, responded to emergency calls for hostage rescue, barricaded subjects, high risk search and arrest warrants. Conducted surveillance and covert movements to contain suspects and protect the community.
  • As a Community Police Officer, worked with various high profile community members to coordinate services and projects to enhance the quality of life. Organized and conducted patrol, surveillance and arrest operations, utilizing other specialized units within the department to remove violent offenders, and improve community safety.
  • As a Patrol Officer, answered calls for service, responded to emergency calls, made arrests, collected evidence and testified in court.

Sheriff's Deputy

Davidson County Sheriff's Office
Lexington, North Carolina
07.1992 - 03.1993
  • As a Sheriff's Deputy, answered to calls for service, responded to emergency calls for service, collected evidence and testified in court.

Education

BS - Textile and Apparel Management

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC

Skills

  • Surveillance planning
  • Criminal investigation
  • Firearms proficiency
  • Firearms training
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Nonlethal force apprehension
  • Physical restraint
  • Active shooter training
  • Team management
  • Operational planning
  • Emergency response
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Strategic planning
  • Crisis management
  • Communication skills
  • Teamwork
  • Defensive driving

Certification

  • NC Law Enforcement General Instructor, NC State Certified, 12/31/22
  • N.C. Advanced Law Enforcement Certification, North Carolina Justice Education and Training Standards Commission Professional Certificate Program
  • N.C. Builders License, North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors, 01/01/05, 12/31/08

Accomplishments

  • CMPD Medal of Merit (2)
  • Charlotte Community Relations Award
  • Chief’s Award for Excellence in Policing
  • Various Letters of Commendation

Community Leadership

Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #9, Executive Board Second V.P. and Trustee, Provided leadership to 2,000+ local Law Enforcement members; attended FOP Leadership Training and conferences to address revisions to National FOP rules and regulations.

Clearance

Top-Secret Government Clearance (now retired)

Timeline

Executive Protection

Various
04.2017 - Current

Police Sergeant

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
05.2014 - 06.2022

Owner/General Contractor

Carolina Builders and Associates/Deck and Fence
02.2002 - 12.2008

Police Officer

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
03.1993 - 02.2002

Sheriff's Deputy

Davidson County Sheriff's Office
07.1992 - 03.1993

BS - Textile and Apparel Management

North Carolina State University

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