BRANDON R. LORD
Savannah
Summary
Accomplished, forward-thinking Law Enforcement Professional and leader offering 19 years, 11 months of progressive experience when interacting and serving the public. Excellent supervisory, communication, and training abilities. Skilled at facilitating collaborations between federal, state, and local agencies. A dedicated leader driven to ensure the safety of citizens while establishing relationships within the community and going above and beyond to incorporate crime reduction and build trust.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
Savannah Police Department-SIS (Strategic Investigations Unit)
Savannah, GA
03.2025 - Current
- Specialized Administrative Division
- Strategic Investigations Unit/Violent Crimes Task Force (Supervisor)
- Managed and coordinated undercover initiatives with 10 or more sworn officers focused on apprehending violent offenders in crime-ridden regions.
- Ensured personnel were rapidly deployed based upon Intel gained and developed.
- Continuous assessments were conducted on stats and trends to sustain decreases in crime.
- Established clear guidelines for responsibility and accountability measures with staff during appointment process.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Achieved improved unit readiness through the implementation of weekly training sessions. Enhanced response effectiveness by fostering a proactive learning environment. Drove team engagement in training activities to optimize operational outcomes.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Police Corporal/Sergeant (SERFTF)
United States Marshal Service (Southeastern Regional Fugitive Task Force)
11.2020 - Current
- Conduct fugitive investigations of violent crime as an integral member of the USMS Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force
- Coordination with permanently assigned law enforcement partners.
- Coordinates fugitive investigations with other federal, state, and local agencies as assigned.
- Conduct logically conclusive investigations through employment of a wide range of investigative techniques to include but not limited to effective writing to illustrate factual events in applications of search warrants, court orders, subpoenas and other judicial processes.
- Development and exploitation of leads, subject and witness interviews, investigative research and analysis, physical evidence searches, cultivation and use of informants, and physical and electronic surveillance.
- Assisted in coordinating task force activities across 46 counties in GA, SC, and FL. Supported team members in achieving project goals. Contributed to community outreach initiatives within the division.
Patrol Sergeant
Patrol Division of Savannah Police Department
Savannah, GA
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Directed and managed patrol officers with day-to-day response to calls for service and crimes within the assigned geographical area.
- Managed resolution of internal and external complaints to uphold organizational integrity and safety standards.
- Monitored subordinate tasks and delivered targeted training to improve overall team performance.
- Supervised and coordinated preliminary investigations, focusing on evidence collection and case documentation.
- Oversaw critical response activities at emergency locations, coordinating resources and personnel.
- Developed and executed community-oriented policing initiatives aimed at fostering collaboration between law enforcement and local residents.
- Supervised patrol operations to ensure community safety and compliance with departmental policies.
- Led training programs for new officers, enhancing skills in conflict resolution and community engagement.
- Coordinated response strategies during critical incidents, ensuring effective communication among units.
- Developed and implemented crime prevention initiatives, resulting in improved community relations and trust.
- Mentored junior officers on best practices in law enforcement, fostering professional development and accountability.
- Evaluated officer performance through regular assessments, driving continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Handled high-stress situations calmly under pressure while making critical decisions to protect public safety.
- Maintained accurate records of all patrol activities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and departmental standards (PTO Sergeant)
Police Corporal
Special Investigations Section - SWIFT/Warrant Squad
Savannah, GA
06.2019 - 11.2020
- Executed strategic operations focused on the apprehension of fugitives, prioritizing cases involving felony, misdemeanor, and domestic violence warrants.
- Implemented strategic surveillance and undercover operations to assess subjects' activities in residential and workplace settings.
- Collaborated with federal, state, and local agencies, including U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Forces, to locate and capture wanted persons.
- Executed warrant service at high-risk locations, including barricaded buildings, in coordination with tactical teams.
- Managed and tracked out-of-state extraditions, and coordinating with other jurisdictions.
Police Corporal (Narcotics Agent)
Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Investigate drug violations of a misdemeanor and felony nature
- Arrest offenders that are in violation of the law
- Writes affidavits for search warrants, completes and executes arrest warrants Interview citizens, informants, witnesses, and suspects
- Testifies in court proceedings, analyzes investigative information and develop plans of action
- Conduct surveillance and undercover operations as directed
- Manage informants and establish working relationships with other law enforcement agencies
Police Corporal
Savannah Police Department-SIS (Strategic Investigations Unit)
Savannah, GA
10.2016 - 11.2018
- Executed targeted investigations aimed at reducing incidents of firearms and narcotics-related offenses.
- Implemented strategic traffic and subject stops to enhance safety in high-crime zones.
- Conduct surveillance operations.
- Conduct controlled-buy operations in support of drug investigations
- Achieved successful execution of arrest warrants and search warrants, contributing to crime reduction efforts. Enhanced community safety through proactive policing operations. Fostered collaboration among law enforcement teams to improve operational outcomes.
- Engaged with district attorney’s office to support the development and prosecution of criminals
Patrol Corporal
Patrol Division
05.2015 - 10.2016
- Patrolled and responded to calls for service in the assigned geographical area.
- Patrolled “hotspots” (areas with high concentration of crimes.)
- Conducted preliminary and follow-up investigations.
- Assisted in the apprehension of suspects.
- Supported the prosecution of suspects through direct testimony.
- Performed community proactive policing.
Investigator
Violent Crimes Unit (Criminal Investigations Division)
11.2009 - 05.2015
- Investigated cases thoroughly until arrests were made and those individuals were prosecuted and sentenced.
- Investigated homicides, aggravated assaults, robberies and property crimes.
- Constructed case files for prosecution and court testimony.
- Constructed affidavits and executed search warrants.
- Developed and managed confidential informants.
Patrol Officer
Patrol Division
03.2006 - 11.2009
- Patrolled and responded to calls for service in the assigned geographical area.
- Patrolled “hotspots” (areas with high concentration of crimes.)
- Conducted preliminary and follow-up investigations.
- Assisted in the apprehension of suspects.
- Supported the prosecution of suspects through direct testimony.
- Performed community proactive policing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security Emergency Management
Savannah State University
Savannah, Georgia01.2019
Master of Science - Emergency Management/Homeland Security
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12-2027
Skills
- Criminal investigation
- Active shooter training
- De-escalation techniques
- Firearms training/proficieny
- Tactical medic training
- Co-vert surveillane and protection
- Supervision/Management training
- Leadership Training (120 hours)
- Operational/Surveillance planning
Certification
Basic SWAT Operator School
Basic and Advance Sniper School
General POST Instructor Level II
Supervision Level 1 thru 3
Management Level 1 thru 3
Health and Wellness
Leadership Essentials and Effectiveness (80 hours combined)
IACP Leadership in Police Organizations
SSGT Level 1 and 2 Defensive Tactics Instructor
Intelligence Gathering
Undercover Operations
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Savannah Police Department-SIS (Strategic Investigations Unit)
03.2025 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
Patrol Division of Savannah Police Department
12.2024 - 03.2025
Police Corporal/Sergeant (SERFTF)
United States Marshal Service (Southeastern Regional Fugitive Task Force)
11.2020 - Current
Police Corporal
Special Investigations Section - SWIFT/Warrant Squad
06.2019 - 11.2020
Police Corporal (Narcotics Agent)
Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team
11.2018 - 06.2019
Police Corporal
Savannah Police Department-SIS (Strategic Investigations Unit)
10.2016 - 11.2018
Patrol Corporal
Patrol Division
05.2015 - 10.2016
Investigator
Violent Crimes Unit (Criminal Investigations Division)
11.2009 - 05.2015
Patrol Officer
Patrol Division
03.2006 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security Emergency Management
Savannah State University
Master of Science - Emergency Management/Homeland Security
Arizona State University
RELATED EXPERIENCE
- SWAT Operator/Counter Sniper/Assistant Team Leader
- Savannah Police
- 2017-Present
- On-call response to critical emergency tactical high-risk situations; a highly trained law enforcement officer (lead), operating within a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team, highly trained marksman who provides observation and tactical support to neutralize long-range threats during critical incidents.