“TPD has a good mix of officers just starting out and officers who have spent their careers here. We’re able to work with and learn from some of the very best. I know they value what I do. I feel like my experiences and input are valued, from my immediate supervisors and further up the ranks.”

“We’re lucky to serve a community that is very supportive of law enforcement. Our city leadership is equally supportive, and always willing to make sure we have the most up-to-date equipment and vehicles. The City Council recently invested millions of dollars for a new pay plan that ensures our compensation is among the best in our area.”

“There are so many opportunities for different assignments in a department our size. We’re large enough to have a Special Response Team, dive team, helicopter unit, K9, school resource officer, cyber crime and forensics units. But we’re small enough that we’re able to get to know the community, and see the impact of what we do instead of just moving on to the next call.”

“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the water to create many ripples.” I apply this quote by Mother Theresa to daily life. I know that helping someone in even just a small way could make a positive impact on that person’s life, and in our community far into the future.”

“I have enjoyed being part of the Tuscaloosa Police family. I have spent the majority of my career in the Training Division, which has given me a great opportunity to teach young officers and observe the progression of their careers. Tuscaloosa Police has also allowed me the enjoyment of working with the Tuscaloosa community in outreach programs and teaching various topics to keep citizens informed on real world situations.”