Thomas Parker

Thomas Parker is an accomplished law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the City of Apache Junction since February 1998, where Thomas currently serves as Operations & Investigations Lieutenant, overseeing over 50 staff members in police investigations, patrols, and risk management. Parker has held various leadership roles, including Interim Police Commander and Police Sergeant, where responsibilities ranged from managing patrol operations to supervising crisis negotiation teams. Additionally, Parker has served as an adjunct professor at Norwich University and Northwest University, teaching courses in Homeland Security, Emergency Management, and Criminal Justice. With a solid educational background, including a Master of Science in Security Management and multiple leadership certifications, Parker demonstrates a commitment to public safety, strategic planning, and professional development in the law enforcement and academic fields.