Sandy Springs Police
Craig Chandler has a diverse work experience, starting in the banking industry before transitioning to law enforcement. Craig currently holds the position of Deputy Chief of Police at the Sandy Springs Police since 2021. Prior to this, they served in various roles within the City of Sandy Springs Police Department from 2006 to 2021, including Major - Field Operations, Major - Investigations/Support, Commander - Quick Response Force, and Commander - Special Operations. Before joining the Sandy Springs Police, Craig worked at the Kennesaw Police Department as a Lieutenant from 1998 to 2006. Craig also gained experience in the banking sector, holding managerial positions in SunTrust Bank, Mellon Bank, and Wachovia Bank of Georgia.
Craig Chandler's education history includes a number of different programs and institutions. In 1988, they began studying at Kennesaw State University and obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Business Administration in 1993. Following this, in 2007, they pursued a Master's Degree in Public Administration from Columbus State University. In terms of professional development, they attended the Southern Police Institute in 2013 to complete the 129th Administrative Officers Course. In 2019, they enrolled in a program on Executive Leadership at Kennesaw State University. Additionally, they participated in the Georgia Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar and the Senior Management Institute for Police, although specific years were not provided. Lastly, it is mentioned that Craig Chandler attended McEachern High School, but no further details about their studies at this institution are available.
Sandy Springs Police
The Sandy Springs Police Department (SSPD) was created in 2006 and serves the community with 148 sworn officers. Sandy Springs Police Department Operations are coordinated by two districts: North and South. The districts are commanded by the patrol Captain who is supported by Lieutenants. The patrol division is complemented by specialty units including Street Crimes Unit (SCU), Traffic Unit, Special Investigations Unit (SIU), and the Criminal Investigations Division (CID). The SSPD has several specialty vehicles and equipment including the river response boat, Rhino ATV units, river kayaks, and an armored vehicle for tactical response.