Dave has spent 31 years in local law enforcement and worked in the field as a criminal investigator and SWAT team member. After moving into supervisory positions, Dave was promoted to the rank of Major and served as the Administrative Commander. The Major’s position applies executive leadership and ensures all management decisions/actions are aligned with the mission, vision and values of the organization, and in compliance with State and Federal law and the national accreditation standards established by CALEA. Dave was personally involved in the promotional process, training and the hiring of new officers for an agency employing over 650 personnel. He is also recognized as a senior-certified professional by SHRM and continues serve as an expert witness in federal court.
Before coming to Anderson University, Dave spent 10 years teaching as an adjunct professor for Clemson University. Additionally, he served for over 20 years as a law enforcement instructor for the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, the SC Police Corps, and the Carolina Institute for Community Policing.