My wife Lynne-Ann, daughter Lenora and I have lived in the San Juan’s since Sheriff Cumming hired me as Lead Detective eight years ago. I feel I am the best candidate for the job not only because of my experience but also because of my commitment to our community. You might recognize me from previous years handouts for the Safety Fairs on San Juan Island, yeah, I'm the guy helping the kids with the fire hose. I am co-coordinator with Fire Wise an organization that helps residents and neighborhoods assess their fire risks and then helps those same neighborhoods clear out debris and ladder fuel to make homes and the environment safer. I am the guy you may have passed on Beaverton Valley Road picking up trash along a two mile stretch with my family. You will see from my bio that I am a board member with Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Services and Chair of the SJC Veteran's Advisory Board and that I am involved in my home owners association. My commitment to community lead me to run for the office of Sheriff and I ask for your support.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS


PERSONAL INFORMATION: Age 55

United States Citizen

U.S. Air Force Veteran – Honorable Discharge


EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science (Criminal Justice), 2000,

Wayland Baptist University, Plainview, Texas


Associate, Applied Science (Law Enforcement),

1996, Albuquerque Tech Institute, New Mexico


CURRENT EMPLOYMENT:

Lead Detective, 2002 – Present, San Juan County

Sheriff’s Office, San Juan County, Washington

  • Handling all complex cases of domestic violence, sexual assault, and major felonies
  • Internal and community investigations
  • Assist PA with protocols for child abuse investigations
  • Arrange sensitive interviews with children
  • Assist deputies in the field as needed


OTHER EMPLOYMENT:

University of Washington Police, 2001-2002, Seattle

  • Investigated felonies, led crime prevention programs
  • Mediated with students and faculty
  • Interacted with Seattle Police Department


Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office, 2000-2001, New Mexico

  • Lead investigator for D. A.
  • Prepared cases for the Grand Jury
  • Lead investigator for major murder investigation
  • Nominated as Investigator of the Year, 2000


Albuquerque Police Department, 1979-2000, New Mexico

  • Supervised 20 officers, their discipline and training with $250,000 budget
  • Responsible for crisis situations and community issues
  • Conducted background investigations and police aide selection
  • Increased female cadet recruitment
  • Led drug and gang resistance programs in public schools
  • Developed summer program for over 500 youths
  • Domestic Abuse Response Team - assisted in the formation of and establishing, planning and training of officers of the first Domestic Abuse Response Team for ADP and community
  • Served as liaison with D.A. for felony preparation
  • Completed 60-hour course in criminalistics


OTHER EXPERIENCE:

United States Air Force, 1973-1979

  • Security Police with Joint Chiefs
  • Received Joint Chiefs of Staff service emblem
  • Received Joint Service Commendation Medal

Past President, SJC Sheriff's and Dispatchers' Guild


Secretary, SJC Sheriff's and Dispatchers' Guild


COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:

  • Chair, SJC Veterans’ Advisory Board
  • Volunteer Fire Fighter
  • Co-Coordinator, SJC Fire Wise Program
  • Board Member, Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services
  • Volunteer, Island Chapter Red Cross
  • Vice President, North40 Home Owners Association
  • President, North40 Fire Wise Community