Silas Phipps, Jr.

• Took the lead on overseeing a massive 174-point federal consent decree from the U.S. Department of Justice. Worked hand-in-hand with legal teams, monitors, and leadership to build compliance systems that don’t just check boxes. Reduced areas of non-compliance to five, representing 3% of the provisions.
• Ran internal audits and deep-dive evaluations to spot what wasn’t working and help departments stay on track with court-ordered reforms — all in line with GAGAS standards.
• Stepped up as Deputy Incident Commander during major events and emergencies — from hurricanes to Mardi Gras to Super Bowl LIX — helping coordinate public safety efforts, prep teams, and keep the city running smoothly when it mattered most.
• Managed operations and boots-on-the-ground coordination for 300+ deputies during critical incidents and citywide deployments. Crisis management became second nature — and helped keep people safe in some of the city’s most intense moments.
• Created clear, detailed reports that told the full story — showing federal partners where we were succeeding, where we could grow, and how we were building real accountability.
• Invested in mentoring 60+ up-and-coming investigators, encouraging them to dig deep, stay curious, and hold themselves to the highest standards of integrity.
• Helped build public trust by pushing for more transparency and better communication — making sure policies weren’t just fair on paper, but made sense to the people they affect.

• Led strategic oversight of 174-provision DOJ federal consent decree; partnered with monitors and legal teams to implement sustainable compliance frameworks.
• Conducted internal audits and departmental evaluations to identify gaps and ensure adherence to court-mandated reforms.
• Delivered detailed compliance and performance reports to federal stakeholders, enhancing oversight credibility.
• Orchestrated the deployment and operations for 60+ deputies during critical incidents, citywide special events, and emergency deployments. Experience in crisis and emergency management instrumental in ensuring the safety and security of the community during challenging times.
• Mentored junior investigators and promoted investigative excellence that was aligned with professional standards.
• Enhanced public confidence through transparency initiatives and community-facing policy improvements.

• Led and supported a team of five auditors responsible for digging into performance across the agency. We followed GAGAS standards to make sure our work was not only thorough, but credible — helping departments see where things were working and where changes were needed.
• Reviewed detailed audit reports and performance data to help identify risks, close compliance gaps, and keep the agency aligned with the broader goals of the federal consent decree.
• Took point on building Corrective Action Plans — working closely with DOJ attorneys, federal monitors, plaintiff’s counsel, and the federal court to turn audit results into clear, practical next steps.
• Served as Deputy Incident Commander during major events like hurricanes and Mardi Gras, helping lead the city’s emergency preparedness efforts and ensuring our teams were ready to respond quickly and effectively.
• Improved how we run audits by streamlining internal processes — making it easier to track federal mandate progress, spot red flags early, and get actionable info into the hands of decision-makers faster.
• Built strong, collaborative relationships with DOJ monitors by getting ahead of potential audit concerns, staying transparent, and following through with solutions that actually stick.
• Shared honest, data-backed insights with executive leadership — helping them make better calls, boost operational performance, and show measurable progress on long-term compliance goals.

• Worked closely with the Independent Compliance Director and the Chief of Corrections as a Special Assistant, helping monitor jail operations and support day-to-day accountability as part of a major federal reform effort.
• Ran performance audits to show real progress on meeting the federal consent decree — not just tracking numbers, but digging into what was working, what wasn’t, and where we needed to pivot.
• Put together high-level reports and executive summaries for senior leaders, translating complex data into clear insights that helped drive smarter, faster decisions.
• Managed a team of four administrative staff, making sure our internal operations stayed tight, deadlines were met, and everyone had what they needed to do their part in the compliance process.
• Collaborated regularly with DOJ attorneys, court monitors, plaintiff’s counsel, and the federal court — turning legal and oversight conversations into practical next steps for our teams on the ground.
• Helped the Compliance Director track reform efforts through detailed data collection and analysis, making sure we were staying on course and staying transparent with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Brought different teams together to implement corrective actions and meet major benchmarks — all while balancing day-to-day challenges and the bigger picture of long-term reform.
• Focused on making transparency and ethical leadership part of the culture — not just something we talked about, but something we practiced through real accountability and follow-through.

• Served as third in command of the university police department, managing a $1.2M budget, overseeing hiring and termination decisions, and leading training for all sworn and non-sworn personnel. Reduced overtime expenses to preserve resources and maintain staffing readiness.
• Directed Clery Act and Title IX compliance reporting in coordination with cross-campus departments. Led an internal Clery audit of prior years, reissued reports, and successfully resolved a U.S. Department of Education investigation with $0 in fines.
• Sat on the university’s Emergency Preparedness Committee as Logistics Section Chief, coordinating response efforts during campus-wide emergencies and special events.
• Provided strategic support during high-profile protests involving David Duke, ensuring public safety, First Amendment protections, and peaceful outcomes.
• Supervised internal investigations, performance audits, and officer evaluations to ensure accountability and adherence to university, state, and federal policies.
• Modernized department operations by implementing Taser 7 devices and leading a full radio communications system upgrade, enhancing officer safety and response capabilities.
• Streamlined command workflows to improve efficiency, compliance readiness, and interagency collaboration.

• Conducted in-depth investigations into major crimes and housing fraud within public housing communities — including cases involving high-profile residents and complex financial schemes that threatened public trust.
• Investigated violations ranging from drug trafficking and violent offenses to fraudulent lease agreements, subletting, and false income reporting tied to public housing eligibility.
• Worked closely with prosecutors to prepare thorough case files, affidavits, and evidence packages that supported successful criminal prosecutions and administrative actions.
• Ensured constitutional compliance in every aspect of the investigation — from executing search warrants to handling interviews, surveillance, and evidence collection.
• Testified in both criminal and administrative court proceedings as a subject matter expert on investigative techniques and findings.
• Collaborated with internal housing authority departments and external partners (including HUD OIG) to identify fraud patterns and close regulatory loopholes.
• Built strong community relationships to gather intelligence and support long-term public safety and housing integrity efforts.
• Maintained detailed case logs and investigative reports in alignment with departmental standards and housing authority policies.

• Oversaw a team of 100+ security officers across multiple campuses, making sure every school had the support it needed to stay safe and focused on learning.
• Managed the district’s risk management program, working proactively to spot potential issues before they became problems — from safety hazards to policy gaps.
• Led on-the-ground safety efforts while also thinking big-picture — building emergency response plans, running drills, and making sure schools were ready for anything.
• Worked closely with school leaders, law enforcement, and first responders to coordinate crisis response and keep communication clear during emergencies.
• Conducted regular safety audits and walkthroughs, offering real-time feedback and creating plans that actually worked in the day-to-day school environment.
• Investigated incidents ranging from student altercations to facility threats, helping schools respond quickly and thoughtfully, and keeping leadership in the loop with clear reports.
• Trained principals, teachers, and security staff on emergency procedures, de-escalation, and active threat protocols — building a shared sense of readiness across the district.
• Helped roll out new safety tools and systems to make communication faster, improve visibility, and streamline response when seconds mattered.
• Made sure the district stayed compliant with all state school safety requirements, keeping documentation in check and making sure training was up-to-date.