Diligent and proficient in community policing techniques with 31 years of experience. This includes 18 years of Training/Instructor Experience-
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Major
City of Lookout Mountain, Georgia
11.2020 - 11.2024
Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 8 officers.
Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
Provided critical incident command during emergency situations, directing response efforts to protect public safety swiftly.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
Coordinated special event security details, working closely with organizers to ensure public safety during large gatherings.
Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Enhanced officer safety through the development of comprehensive training programs and ongoing performance evaluations.
Established and enforced employee performance policies.
Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
Conducted internal investigations, addressing both ethical violations and procedural discrepancies among officers.
Developed department policies and procedures to maintain compliance with state and federal regulations.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Provided supervision for the fire safety program, volunteer program, and stated mandated reporting system.
Supervised 8 fulltime Officers and 15 volunteer firefighters.
September 2023 attended a Homicide Investigators Course. Hamilton County Tennessee
April 2023 attended Use of Force Summit. Atlanta Georgia.
January 2023 attended Internal Affairs Investigators course. Ft. Oglethorpe Georgia.
Certified Peace Officer
City of Rossville
07.2015 - 11.2020
Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
Supported scene investigations by securing perimeters, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses and documenting statements.
Protected motorists and pedestrians by providing traffic control at traffic accident scenes, congested areas, schools and special events.
Detective Sergeant
Walker County Sheriff's Office
11.2001 - 06.2015
Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
Communicated information on proper procedures, judicial processes and successful strategies for criminal investigations.
Cordoned off scenes to protect evidence and prevent unauthorized access.
Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
Training Supervisor
Dynocorp International
09.2000 - 09.2001
Conducted training needs assessments to identify individuals' current level of skill compared to required competency for position.
Certified Peace Officer
Catoosa County Sheriff's Department
04.1994 - 09.2000
Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
Protected motorists and pedestrians by providing traffic control at traffic accident scenes, congested areas, schools and special events.
Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
Education
Police Certification
Police Academy
1996
High School Diploma -
Ridgeland High School
Rossville, GA
1990
Skills
Road Patrol
Field Training Officer
Shift Supervisor
K-9 Handler
Detective Sargeant
Adjunct Instructor, Regional Police Academy
Qualified as Expert Witness, Superior Court
Firearms Instructor, Rossville Police Department
SWAT Instructor
Detached to Traffic Unit - Standardized Field Sobriety Training
Active shooter training
Certification
Dynocorp
General Instructor Training - 2003
Speed Detection Instructor, Radar and Lidar - 2003
Firearms Instructor, 2005
Defensive Tactics Instructor, 2007
Certified: Criminal Investigations, 2004
Field Training Officer, 2002
SWAT Operator Level 1 Training, 2002
K-9 Supervisor/Handler Certified, 2004
Major Crimes Investigation Certification, GBI, 2014