Dray S. Carlton
Topeka,Kansas
Summary
Professional law enforcement officer with robust experience and readiness for advanced responsibilities. Proven track record in public safety, crime prevention, and effective communication in high-pressure environments. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving outcomes. Adaptable to changing situations, with skills in crisis management, tactical operations, and effective communication. Respected for integrity, reliability, and interpersonal skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Trooper
Kansas Highway Patrol-Troop K Capitol Police
02.2026 - Current
- Enforced law and apprehended criminals in Shawnee County, enhancing community safety
- Work to combat impaired driving and remove impaired drivers from the roadways of Shawnee County
- Investigate collisions and work to minimize the frequency and severity of traffic related collisions
- Assist local law enforcement agencies with various calls for service and criminal apprehension
- Supported local law enforcement agencies in addressing calls for service and facilitating criminal apprehensions.
- Investigated collisions to reduce traffic-related incidents and improve roadway safety
- Provide interior police security at the Judicial Center and the Governor’s Mansion
Aircraft Pilot/Tactical Flight Officer
Kansas Highway Patrol-Air Support Unit
07.2018 - 02.2026
- KHP Air Support Unit airplane and helicopter PIC (Pilot in Command)
- Directly contributed to the apprehension of numerous violent criminals through work as a Pilot and Tactical Flight Officer with the Air Support Unit
- Conducted flights and interacted with high level government elected officials while in the Air Support Unit, including the Lieutenant Governor and the Kansas Attorney General
- Led flight operations for KHP Air Support Unit, ensuring safety and efficiency as Pilot in Command of aircraft.
- Fostered strong relationships with local Troopers, Deputies, and Officers, enhancing their understanding of Air Support Unit capabilities and operational collaboration
- Coordinated large-scale operations involving KHP aircraft across federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, ensuring effective resource utilization and mission success
- Commercial Instrument-airplane single engine land license and Commercial Instrument rotorcraft- helicopter license
State Trooper
Kansas Highway Patrol-Troop B
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Ensured law enforcement and criminal apprehension for citizens on state highways
- Work to minimize the frequency and severity of traffic related collisions
- Minimized frequency of traffic collisions through proactive traffic law enforcement
- Removed impaired drivers from highways to ensure safer travel on the state’s highways
- Trained multiple Troopers as Field Training Officer (FTO) in Troop B
- Supported security operations during a Presidential visit to Topeka in 2018
Sergeant, E-5 D CO. 7-158th AVN REGT
United States Army Reserve
07.2007 - 08.2013
- Deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom (May 2011 – April 2012).
- Served as a Non-Commissioned Officer and Squad Leader in Delta Company, 7-158th AVN REGT
- Coordinated squad resources and availability
- Executed intensive repairs on military aircraft, ensuring readiness and safety for operations.
- Managed squad resource allocation to ensure operational readiness
- Sustained personal physical readiness and engaged in ongoing professional development to enhance leadership capabilities.
Education
Kansas Law Enforcement Commission -
Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy
12-2015
Bachelor’s Degree - Technology Management
Kansas State University
05-2015
Student and Aircraft Pilot
Kansas State University at Salina
Salina05-2015
Aircraft Structural Repairer (15G)
United States Army Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training
03-2008
Skills
- KHP Mobile Field Force training
- Experience with KHP executive aircraft operations
- Experience and familiarity interacting with high level government officials and community leaders
- Extensive knowledge of the layout and operations at the Capitol Complex and the Governor’s Mansion
- Completed “Introduction to Dignitary Protection” training instructed by the Executive Protection Unit in July 2026
- Experience working security for large scale events
- Familiarity working irregular hours and being subject to callouts with Troop T
- International travel experience
- Completed extensive travel for professional development
- Currently possess a valid passport and REAL ID that meets federal security standards for commercial air travel
- Familiarity of Topeka, Kansas City, and surrounding areas
- Highly motivated individual who is excited to expand professional development (expand)
- Advanced marksmanship training through Military and KHP
Timeline
Master Trooper
Kansas Highway Patrol-Troop K Capitol Police
02.2026 - Current
Aircraft Pilot/Tactical Flight Officer
Kansas Highway Patrol-Air Support Unit
07.2018 - 02.2026
State Trooper
Kansas Highway Patrol-Troop B
07.2015 - 07.2018
Sergeant, E-5 D CO. 7-158th AVN REGT
United States Army Reserve
07.2007 - 08.2013
Aircraft Structural Repairer (15G)
United States Army Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training
Student and Aircraft Pilot
Kansas State University at Salina
Bachelor’s Degree - Technology Management
Kansas State University
Kansas Law Enforcement Commission -
Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy