David K. Hindman
Walker,Michigan
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the Tennessee Department of Corrections, Tennesse Highway Patrol, Fulton County Sheriff Office, Paulding County Sheriff Office and Millersville Police Department excelling in criminal investigation and evidence collection. Proven leader in training and policy enforcement, adept at managing high-stakes situations. Recognized for developing effective teams and enhancing operational efficiency within diverse law enforcement environments.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle Tennessee Reception Center Correctional/K-9 Officer
Tennessee Department of Corrections
Nashville, Tennessee
01.1984 - 01.1989
- 1985-Tennessee State Penitentiary Supervisor Correctional Corporal/ Sergeant Supervised death row inmates (65) and managed 15 correctional officers. Led institutional disciplinary board, overseeing inmate discipline processes. Participated as a sniper on tactical SWAT team, ensuring effective response during critical incidents.
- Tracked inmate movement throughout the facility and maintained custody security across correctional facility areas.
- Performed regular security checks on housing units, perimeter areas, and restricted spaces.
- Implemented and enforced department policies consistently, post orders, and inmate conduct rules.
Supervisor
Riverbend Maximum Security Institution
01.1987
- Supervised daily operations within maximum-security housing units.
- Supervised operations at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution, establishing foundational standards for security and staff training.
- Monitored inmate movement and enforced institutional security procedures.
- Coordinated staff assignments and shift coverage for facility operations.
White House Tennessee, 1988-Reserve Police Officer, later Full-Time -Police Officer
White House Police Department
01.1988 - 01.1991
- Executed project assignment in 1991, contributing to departmental objectives.
Full-Time Police Officer POST Certified
Millersville Police Department
Millersville, Tennessee
01.1991 - 01.1993
Officer
Tennessee Public Service Commission
Knoxville, Tennessee
01.1993
- Conducted commercial motor vehicle inspections, enforced weight regulations, and managed permits related to alcohol, drugs, and CDL compliance. Tennessee Highway Patrol later absorbed the PSC which became Tennessee State Troopers Commercial Troopers. As Commercial Troopers enforced personal vehicle traffic as well as Commercial Vehicle Enforcement. Also worked in traffic accidents and commercial accidents. Testified in state courts regarding drug, DUI, and felony arrests, contributing to legal proceedings and upholding law enforcement standards. 120 hours Trooper classes Accident investigations Radar certifications Firearms certifications.
- Processed regulatory filings and maintained commission case records.
- Reviewed public utility complaints and routed issues to proper staff.
- Prepared hearing materials for Tennessee Public Service Commission proceedings.
Deputy Sheriff / Detective- Investigator Criminal Investigation Division, Police Academy Instructor, Department Law Enforcement Instructor
Paulding County Georgia Sheriffs Office
, Georgia
01.2000 - 01.2012
Rank Captain, Commander Training Division. Assistant Police Academy Director for Fulton County Training Center. 1100 Deputies / Jailors. Member of the Police Academy Advisory Board.
Fulton County Georgia Sheriffs Office
, Georgia
01.2012 - 01.2014
Chief of Police 22 Police Officers Total. Small Town population 10,000. Commander / Department Head of Police Department. Criminal Investigations Supervisor, Budget and Policy Supervisor.
Millersville Police Department
Millersville, Tennessee
01.2014 - 01.2017
Investigator for child neglect and child abuse complaints within Kent County, Michigan
State of Michigan Child Protective Services Grand Rapids Kent County Division
Grand Rapids, Michigan
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Investigated child abuse and neglect referrals for Kent County Child Protective Services.
- Interviewed children, parents, caregivers, and collateral contacts during protective case reviews.
- Documented findings in state case records and investigation reports.
- Completed employment and transitioned to retirement.
Education
Master of Education Degree -
Strayer University
Atlanta, Georgia01-2008
Graduate Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major Criminal Justice
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, Kentucky01-2003
Graduate Associate in arts degree - Social Science
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, Kentucky01-1998
High School Diploma -
Carbon Hill High School
Carbon Hill, Alabama01-1977
Skills
- Criminal investigation
- Evidence collection
- Traffic enforcement
- Defensive tactics
- Crisis management
- Policy enforcement
- Instructor development
Hobbies that interest me
Horology watchmaking Mechanical watch repair disassembly and reassembly old vintage watches., Refurbishing old vintage furniture tables chests end tables etc.
TRAINING
- 1990- Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy 360 hours Training.
- 2000- North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy 200 Hours Training
- 2014- Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy 120 hours Training TN Recertification.
- 1986- Law Enforcement Officers Training School F.B.I. Firearms Instructor Trainor Training, 40 hours.
- 1993- Nashville State Technical Institute Metro Nashville Police Department, Criminal Investigations 80 hours.
- 2001- Georgia Public Safety Training Center Criminal Investigations 80 Hours
- 2001- Georgia Public Safety Training Center Burglary Suppression & Apprehension 24 hours
- 2001- Paulding County Sheriffs Office Training Center Criminal Investigations Level I 40 hours
- 2001- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Interviews and Interrogations 40 hours
- 2001- North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy, Interviews & Interrogations 24 hours
- 2002- North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy, Crime Scene Processing 24 hours
- 2002- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Homicide Investigations, 40 hours
- 2003- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Internal Affairs Investigations Course 40 hours
- 2004- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Crime Scene Technician Course 40 hours
- 2005- Regional Counter-Drug Training Academy Mississippi Interviews & Interrogations 40 hours
- 2006- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Supervision Training Level I 40 hours
- 2006- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Field Training Officer Certification 40 hours
- 2007- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Supervision Training Level II 40 hours
- 2007- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Supervision Training Level III 40 hours; total120 hours
- 2008- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Instructor Training Course, 80 hours
- 2009- North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy Firearms Instructor Course 80 hours
- 2010- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Management Training Level I 40 hours
- 2010- North Central Georgia Law Enforcement Academy, Department Training Officer 40 hours
- 2010- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Driver Trainor Instructor Course 42 hours
- 2010- certification of Senior Training Instructor for all Academies. POST Certification
- 2011- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Management Training Level II 40 hours
- 2011- Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Management Training Level III 40 hours;120 hrs. total
- 2012- Georgia Sheriffs Association Training, Senior Deputy Sheriff Certification 320 hours
- 2012- Fulton County Public Safety Training Center, ASP Tactical Baton Instructor, 24 hours
- 2013- Georgia Associations of Chiefs of Police, Chief of Police Executive Training Class 60 hours
- 2015- Tennessee LEEDS; Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar, FBI class certification 48 hours
- 2016- Tennessee Governors Highway Safety Office Training Office, Radar & Lidar Instructor Course 40 hours White House TN Police Department Training Center.
Timeline
Investigator for child neglect and child abuse complaints within Kent County, Michigan
State of Michigan Child Protective Services Grand Rapids Kent County Division
01.2019 - 01.2023
Chief of Police 22 Police Officers Total. Small Town population 10,000. Commander / Department Head of Police Department. Criminal Investigations Supervisor, Budget and Policy Supervisor.
Millersville Police Department
01.2014 - 01.2017
Rank Captain, Commander Training Division. Assistant Police Academy Director for Fulton County Training Center. 1100 Deputies / Jailors. Member of the Police Academy Advisory Board.
Fulton County Georgia Sheriffs Office
01.2012 - 01.2014
Deputy Sheriff / Detective- Investigator Criminal Investigation Division, Police Academy Instructor, Department Law Enforcement Instructor
Paulding County Georgia Sheriffs Office
01.2000 - 01.2012
Officer
Tennessee Public Service Commission
01.1993
Full-Time Police Officer POST Certified
Millersville Police Department
01.1991 - 01.1993
White House Tennessee, 1988-Reserve Police Officer, later Full-Time -Police Officer
White House Police Department
01.1988 - 01.1991
Supervisor
Riverbend Maximum Security Institution
01.1987
Middle Tennessee Reception Center Correctional/K-9 Officer
Tennessee Department of Corrections
01.1984 - 01.1989
Master of Education Degree -
Strayer University
Graduate Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major Criminal Justice
Lindsey Wilson College
Graduate Associate in arts degree - Social Science
Lindsey Wilson College
High School Diploma -
Carbon Hill High School