Expertise:
Management; Homicide investigations
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling with his wife; Raising Christmas trees
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Doctoral Degree in Theology, Institute of Theological Studies; Doctoral Degree in Pastoral Counseling, Andersonville Theological Seminary (2006); Master's Degree in Pastoral Counseling, Andersonville Theological Seminary (2004); Bachelor of Science in Theology, Andersonville Theological Seminary (2003); Bachelor of Science in Forestry and Wildlife, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (1974)
Affiliations Awards:
Virginia Homicide Association; Virginia Sheriffs Association; National Sheriffs Association
Charity:
Volunteer, Local Church; Board Member, Women's Shelters, CHOICES; Mission Work, Africa, South America and Florida
Number Of Years In Profession:
35
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his persistent and strong Christian and moral grounding.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Thomas' previous work experience includes being an acting pastor from 2008 until 2009 and associate pastor from 2006 until 2008 at Rileyville Baptist Church; a chaplain, criminal analyst and investigator from 2002 until 2007 at Page County Sheriff’s Office; a pastor from 2005 until 2006 at Island Grove Baptist Church; a Virginia state trooper from 1976 until 1985; and a U.S. park ranger from 1974 until 1976.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Talking with citizens; Reviewing budgets; Making reductions; Leading monthly and quarterly meetings; Providing assistance at and for major events and crimes
Awards/Honors:
Honor and Valor Award, Fraternal Order of Police (1998)