Jeremy Ferguson
Shallotte,North Carolina
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement leader with extensive experience at Shallotte Police Department, excelling in crisis management and strategic policy implementation. Proven track record in budget oversight and community engagement, including securing grants and enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for outstanding service with multiple awards, including Officer of the Year and Life Saving Medal.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant – Support Services Division
Shallotte Police Department
Shallotte, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Oversee the department’s records section, ensuring compliance with state law, NCLEA, and accreditation standards.
- Implemented transition to paperless recordkeeping, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Manage the department’s largest budget, overseeing fleet purchasing, fleet maintenance, and equipment acquisition.
- Reduced expenses through a tire resale program with local vendors.
- Supervise administrative staff, community engagement personnel, and 25 Citizen Patrol volunteers.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures and training programs for volunteers.
- Administrator for the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) program; manage DOD equipment and maintain compliance with federal audits.
- Oversee the installation and operation of the Town of Shallotte’s camera and surveillance systems.
- Obtain and maintain Specialized Firearms Instructor Certification; instruct and qualify officers annually.
- Command major incidents and coordinate interagency response during critical events.
Instructor/Staff
Brunswick Community College
01.2024 - Current
- Teach Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) courses.
- Instruct inservice training to certified employees.
Sergeant – Patrol Division
Shallotte Police Department
Shallotte, NC
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Supervised three patrol shifts, overseeing scheduling, reports, overtime, and training.
- Led Shallotte’s first D.A.R.E. programs at local schools; coordinated all D.A.R.E. initiatives town-wide.
- Responded to and commanded multiple critical incidents, including active shooter and armed suspect situations.
- Managed operations during active gunfire incident in Wildwood subdivision—secured one armed suspect without casualties.
- Received Life Saving Medal (2025) for rescuing a 5-year-old drowning victim.
- Selected as Officer of the Year (2023) for outstanding service and leadership.
- Certifications earned: General Instructor, Hostage & Crisis Negotiator, Radar/Lidar, Intermediate & Advanced Law Enforcement Certificates.
- Organize and direct Governor Highway Safety Program traffic enforcement for shift implementation.
- Assist in review and updating of current department policies.
- Create lessons and educate patrol in accordance with NCLEA standards on ethics, escape of an arrestee. Restraint devices and transportation of subjects.
School Resource Officer / Deputy Sheriff / Detention Officer
Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office
Bolivia, NC
11.2007 - 06.2022
- Served as a certified Detention Officer for three years; promoted to Deputy on patrol for three years and then transitioned to School Resource Officer for 9 years.
- Awarded Medal of Merit for heroism intercepting a wrong-way drunk driver, preventing fatalities.
- Captured four homicide suspects through proactive traffic enforcement.
- Investigated and dismantled a 28-plant marijuana grow operation.
- As SRO post-Sandy Hook, developed Emergency Operations Plans for 750 students and 150 staff.
- Secured over $5,000 in grant funding for all Brunswick County Schools D.A.R.E. programs and Supply Elementary Safety Patrol programs.
- Arrested high-profile sex offender (Travis Fowler - featured on To Catch a Predator), resulting in Federal conviction.
- Served as liaison between law enforcement and school administration; promoted youth mentorship and safety.
- Experience across multiple divisions: Civil, Marine Patrol, Warrants, Detention, and Court Security.
Missile & Space Systems Maintenance Specialist
United States Air Force
Great Falls, Montana
12.2003 - 06.2005
- Achieved certification in Missile and Space Systems Maintenance through Community College of Air Force.
- Maintained operational readiness of intercontinental ballistic missile and space shuttle support systems.
- Supervised tool and equipment sections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Cultivated leadership, technical, and organizational skills essential for success in law enforcement.
Education
Certification - Missile & Space Systems Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
Law Enforcement & Fire Training Courses
Brunswick Community College
Bolivia, NCAdvanced Law Enforcement Coursework
Cape Fear Community College
Comprehensive Certification Programs
North Carolina Justice Academy
High School Diploma -
West Brunswick High School
Shallotte, NCSkills
- Command leadership
- Crisis management and emergency operations
- Strategic policy implementation
- Community engagement and public trust
- Training and mentorship
- Professional development
- Budgeting and grants management
- Resource and records management
- Tactical operations and critical incident response
- Administrative oversight and accreditation
Affiliations
- North Carolina D.A.R.E. Officers Association, Sergeant-at-Arms
- North Carolina Association of Crisis Negotiators
- Fraternal Order of Police
- Police Benevolent Foundation
- Brunswick County Schools Safety Partnership, Liaison
- Shallotte Citizens Patrol Program, Supervisor & Coordinator
- Brunswick Community College, Adjunct instructor
Awards Commendations
- Life Saving Medal, Shallotte Police Department, 2025
- Officer of the Year, Shallotte Police Department, 2023
- Medal of Merit, Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office, Heroism
- Community Service & Education Awards, D.A.R.E. and Brunswick County Schools
- Letters of Commendation, Professionalism, Leadership, Dedication
- VFW Spotlight Award, Town of Shallotte Spotlight Award
- Master Deputy Award, Good Conduct Award
- Operation Enduring Iraqi Freedom Recognition
Professional Training Certifications
- Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)
- Detention Officer Certification
- General Instructor
- Hostage & Crisis Negotiator Certification
- Field Training Officer / FTO Supervisor
- First Line Supervisor
- S.W.A.T. Operator I
- Radar/Lidar Operator
- D.A.R.E. Instructor
- Tactical Shotgun & Active Shooter Response
- ICS/NIMS Emergency Management
- Intermediate & Advanced Law Enforcement Certificates
- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
- Leadership: Modeling Appropriate Behavior
- Specialized Firearms Instructor
- School Resource Officer Certified
- Oleoresin capsicum spray certified
- Taser certified
- PIT certified
Timeline
Lieutenant – Support Services Division
Shallotte Police Department
08.2025 - Current
Sergeant – Patrol Division
Shallotte Police Department
04.2024 - 08.2025
Instructor/Staff
Brunswick Community College
01.2024 - Current
School Resource Officer / Deputy Sheriff / Detention Officer
Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office
11.2007 - 06.2022
Missile & Space Systems Maintenance Specialist
United States Air Force
12.2003 - 06.2005
Certification - Missile & Space Systems Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
Law Enforcement & Fire Training Courses
Brunswick Community College
Advanced Law Enforcement Coursework
Cape Fear Community College
Comprehensive Certification Programs
North Carolina Justice Academy
High School Diploma -
West Brunswick High School