During my career I have accomplished the following:

  • Major (Chief Deputy) for 15 years - serving the current and former Sheriff

  • SWAT TEAM Commander for Burke County - 22 years

  • Bachelor of Science Degree from Lees-McRae College - Criminal Justice

  • Certified Advanced Law Enforcement - NC Sheriff’s Education Training Commission

  • Awarded the Law Enforcement PURPLE HEART in 1998

  • Awarded the Law Enforcement MEDAL of VALOR in 2008

  • Served every rank of the Burke County Sheriff’s Office - over a 32-year career

  • 32 Years’ Experience Serving the Citizens of Burke County with the Sheriff’s Office

  • Currently serving on the Board of Directors for Option, Inc, with two years as Vice President.

  • Currently serving on the Case Review Committee for LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion).

  • Currently serving on Burke County’s Local Emergency Planning Committee.

  • Currently serving on Burke County’s Safety Committee.