Zachary Freeburn
Barrackville
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement officer and leader with extensive experience in community engagement and leadership. Committed to enhancing public safety and maximizing value within limited budgets. Experience with positive relations with subordinates maximizing officer productivity and maintaining a positive working environment while ensuring public safety is a top priority.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Police
Town of Barrackville
Barrackville, WV
12.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented community policing strategies to enhance public safety.
- Supervised daily operations of police department, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Coordinated training programs for new officers, promoting professional development and skill enhancement.
- Conducted performance evaluations to assess officer effectiveness and improve service delivery.
- Managed departmental budget allocations, ensuring efficient use of resources within the police force.
- Leveraged social media platforms for effective communication with the public about important safety alerts, events, and department news updates.
- Enhanced departmental efficiency with streamlined processes and updated technology systems.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
- Conducted patrols of the community, respond to calls and conduct proactive police work along other officers.
- Review and approve all reports conducted by the Department.
Patrol Officer
Granville Police Department
Granville, WV
03.2020 - 10.2025
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted routine patrols to deter criminal activity and ensure community security.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, coordinating with other agencies as necessary.
- Prepared detailed incident reports documenting findings and actions taken during investigations.
- Mentored junior officers on best practices in law enforcement and community engagement.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Assisted other agencies with investigations.
- Attended Drug Recognition Expert school, becoming certified as a Drug Recognition Expert. Assisted numerous agencies and officers with DUI investigations and was awarded the 2025 West Virginia Top DRE award.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2025
Skills
- Law enforcement expertise
- Community engagement
- School safety
- Report writing
- Incident reporting
- Courtroom testimony
- Strategic leadership
- Stress management
- First Aid/CPR
Accomplishments
Awarded Life Saving Award from New Creek Volunteer Fire Department.
Awarded Junior Firefighter of the Year twice at New Creek Volunteer Fire Department.
Awarded 2025 West Virginia Governor's Highway Safety Program Top DRE Award - 1st Place.
Nominated for numerous other awards at current and former police agencies.
Certification
First Aide and CPR
West Virginia Law Enforcement Officer
West Virginia Law Enforcement Instructor
Drug Recognition Expert
Timeline
Chief of Police
Town of Barrackville
12.2025 - Current
Patrol Officer
Granville Police Department
03.2020 - 10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University