PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TRAINING
MILITARY SERVICE

Danny R. Jones

Gunter Police Department
Gunter
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience

Accomplished law enforcement executive with more than 23 years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience, including service as a Chief of Police and over two decades as a Texas Peace Officer. Recognized for building the current professional organization through ethical leadership, strategic planning, community engagement, officer development, and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead police organizations, develop policy, manage personnel, oversee criminal investigations, implement community policing initiatives, and maintain collaborative relationships with elected officials, prosecutors, emergency responders, schools, and community stakeholders. A respected leader committed to integrity, accountability, professionalism, and public service. Military veteran whose leadership philosophy is grounded in service, discipline, and dedication to protecting the communities entrusted to his care.

Work History

Chief of Police

2 Years 7 Months
Gunter Police Department | 01.2024 - Current
  • Provide executive leadership for all police department operations.
  • Direct patrol operations, criminal investigations, departmental administration, and community policing initiatives.
  • Develop departmental policies and procedures consistent with Texas law and best practices.
  • Build strong relationships with city leadership, schools, businesses, and community organizations.
  • Supervise personnel while promoting accountability, professionalism, and continuous training.
  • Coordinate emergency response planning and interagency operations.
  • Manage departmental budgeting, equipment procurement, and strategic initiatives.

Lieutenant, Sergeant, & Police Officer

7 Years 2 Months
Gunter Police Department | 11.2016 - 01.2024
  • Conducted criminal investigations and proactive patrol operations.
  • Responded to emergency incidents and major criminal investigations.
  • Assisted in departmental training and leadership initiatives.
  • Worked closely with residents to strengthen community trust and public safety.

Private Security

2 Months
Encore Wire | 08.2016 - 10.2016

Police Officer (Part-Time)

3 Months
Grayson College Police Department | 04.2016 - 07.2016

Deputy Sheriff/Court Bailiff

3 Years 6 Months
Collin County Sheriff's Office | 09.2012 - 03.2016

Police Officer

8 Months
Celina Police Department | 01.2012 - 09.2012

Police Officer

10 Months
Princeton Police Department | 03.2011 - 01.2012

Felony Criminal Investigator / Family Justice Division Supervisor

5 Years 2 Months
Collin County District Attorney's Office | 10.2005 - 12.2010

Texas State Trooper

2 Years 10 Months
Texas Department of Public Safety | 12.2002 - 10.2005

Education

- Criminal Justice

Central Texas College | Killeen, TX

67 College Credit Hours

Skills

Executive Law Enforcement Leadership
Police Department Administration
Strategic Planning
Budget Development & Fiscal Management
Criminal Investigations
Patrol Operations
Community Policing
Officer Recruitment & Retention
Policy Development
Emergency Management
Active Shooter Response
Incident Command
Internal Investigations
Risk Management
Public Relations & Community Outreach
Staff Leadership & Mentoring
Interagency Collaboration
Crisis Management
Public Safety Planning

Affiliations

  • Texas Police Chiefs Association
  • North Texas Police Chiefs Association
  • Texas Municipal Police Association
  • FBI LEEDA
  • Texas Commission on Law Enforcement

Certification

Master Peace Officer Certification

Sexual Assault/Family Violence Investigator Certification

Timeline

Chief of Police

Gunter Police Department
01.2024 - CurrentRead More

Lieutenant, Sergeant, & Police Officer

Gunter Police Department
11.2016 - 01.2024Read More

Private Security

Encore Wire
08.2016 - 10.2016Read More

Police Officer (Part-Time)

Grayson College Police Department
04.2016 - 07.2016Read More

Deputy Sheriff/Court Bailiff

Collin County Sheriff's Office
09.2012 - 03.2016Read More

Police Officer

Celina Police Department
01.2012 - 09.2012Read More

Police Officer

Princeton Police Department
03.2011 - 01.2012Read More

Felony Criminal Investigator / Family Justice Division Supervisor

Collin County District Attorney's Office
10.2005 - 12.2010Read More

Texas State Trooper

Texas Department of Public Safety
12.2002 - 10.2005Read More

Central Texas College

from Criminal Justice
Read More

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TRAINING

  • Texas Chief's Continuing Education
  • New Chief's Course
  • FBI-LEEDA Executive Institute
  • FBI-LEEDA Command Institute
  • FBI-LEEDA Supervisor Leadership Institute
  • New Supervisor's Course
  • ALERRT Active Attack Incident Management
  • ALERRT Leadership
  • ALERRT Level I Instructor
  • Incident Command (ICS)
  • Mental Health Officer
  • Firearms Instructor
  • Field Training Officer
  • Leadership Development
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Emergency Management
  • State and Federal Legal Updates

MILITARY SERVICE

  • United States Marine Corps
  • June 1995 - June 1999
  • Military Occupation Specialty-0311/Rifleman
  • Platoon Sergeant-Kilo Co. 3rd Battalion 5th Marine Infantry Regiment
Danny R. Jones