Twyla Locklear
Duluth,GA
Summary
Dynamic Chief of Police with a strong record in public safety management. Successfully leads a fully sworn campus police department, driving improvements in emergency response and investigative operations. Known for fostering collaboration among law enforcement agencies to ensure a secure campus environment.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Police
Atlanta Technical College Police Department
Atlanta, GA
01.2022 - Current
- Chief Law Enforcement Officer responsible for all law enforcement, investigative, and emergency operations.
- Led incident command for critical incidents and major campus events, ensuring safety and effective response during high-stakes situations.
- Directed criminal investigations, oversaw cases, coordinated patrol operations, conducted training, and upheld professional standards to ensure effective law enforcement.
- Advised senior leadership on campus safety measures, provided insights on investigative outcomes, and recommended risk mitigation strategies to enhance campus security.
- Provide executive review of investigative findings, internal affairs matters, and case dispositions.
- Lead a fully sworn, POST-certified campus police department.
Detective • Sergeant • Lieutenant • Captain
Atlanta Technical College Police Department
Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Progressively promoted through investigative, supervisory, and command ranks, reflecting sustained leadership and performance.
- Detective: Conducted criminal and administrative investigations, interviews, and evidence collection, ensuring thorough case preparation for successful prosecutions.
- Sergeant: Supervised sworn officers, reviewed investigations for accuracy and quality, and managed critical incidents to ensure operational effectiveness.
- Lieutenant: Oversaw patrol and investigative operations; coordinated staffing, training, and operational response.
- Captain: Managed department-wide functions, overseeing investigations and personnel, implementing policies, and coordinating strategic operations to enhance departmental performance.
- Provided investigative guidance, case oversight, and mentorship across all ranks.
- Coordinated investigations and operations with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners.
Police Officer (Detective Duties)
Morehouse College Police Department
Atlanta, GA
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Performed criminal and administrative investigations, including interviews, evidence collection, and thorough case documentation to support successful prosecutions.
- Coordinated investigations with campus leadership and external law enforcement agencies to ensure comprehensive case management and resource sharing.
- Recruited colleagues for expertise in investigations. following service as a MARTA Detective.
Police Officer (Detective Duties)
Clark Atlanta University Police Department
Atlanta, GA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Led detective-level investigations in urban university environment, resulting in timely resolution of cases.
- Managed case follow-up, conducted interviews, prepared investigative reports, and supported prosecutions, contributing to successful case outcomes.
- Collaborated with Atlanta-area law enforcement partners on joint investigations, enhancing information sharing and resource allocation.
Police Officer • Detective • Sergeant
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Police Department
Atlanta, GA
01.1992 - 01.2010
- Worked for 18 years in a large metropolitan transit police department. in a large metropolitan transit police department with progressive advancement.
- Responded to high-volume calls for service, conducting preliminary investigations to ensure timely resolution.
- Conducted complex criminal investigations, including interviews, evidence collection, and case management through prosecution.
- Sergeant: Supervised sworn officers; reviewed investigative reports; provided investigative guidance; managed major incidents.
- Coordinated investigations and operations with multiple jurisdictions and partner agencies.
Skills
- Criminal Investigations
- Case Management
- Investigative analysis
- Executive leadership
- Law enforcement administration
- Sworn Personnel Supervision
- Evidence Review
- Interview techniques
- Incident Command
- Internal affairs management
- Interagency collaboration
- Crisis management
Affiliations
- Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police
- International Association of Chiefs of Police
- National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives
Education And Certifications
- Georgia POST Certified Peace Officer
- Criminal Investigations Training
- Homicide and Suicide Death Investigations
- Executive & Command-Level Leadership
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- Field Training Officer (FTO)
- Clery Compliance Officer
- Emergency Operations Coordinator
- Police Accreditation Manager
Core Expertise
- Criminal Investigations & Case Management
- Detective-Level Investigative Analysis
- Executive Command
- Campus Law Enforcement Administration
- Sworn Personnel Supervision
- Evidence Review
- Interview & Interrogation
- Incident Command
- Internal Affairs Oversight
- Interagency Coordination
Military Service
United States Navy, 01/01/82, 12/31/91, Honorable
Timeline
Chief of Police
Atlanta Technical College Police Department
01.2022 - Current
Detective • Sergeant • Lieutenant • Captain
Atlanta Technical College Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2022
Police Officer (Detective Duties)
Morehouse College Police Department
01.2013 - 01.2015
Police Officer (Detective Duties)
Clark Atlanta University Police Department
01.2010 - 01.2013
Police Officer • Detective • Sergeant
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Police Department
01.1992 - 01.2010