John W. Raynor
Vanceboro
Summary
A distinguished law enforcement professional with over 25 years of extensive experience, currently serving as the supervisor of multiple divisions at the Craven County Sheriff's Office in Eastern North Carolina. As a certified Training Coordinator and Criminal Justice Instructor with over 15 years of expertise in developing and delivering comprehensive training programs, I have a proven track record in enhancing the capabilities of law enforcement personnel. My role as a consultant and an invited lecturer for various organizations and institutions in Eastern North Carolina underscores my commitment to education and community engagement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Criminal Justice Adjunct
Craven Community College
09.2009 - Current
- Adjunct Instructor with over 14 years of experience in teaching diverse criminal justice courses within the Criminal Justice program
- Recognized for the ability to convey complex legal and investigative concepts in an accessible manner
- Areas of expertise include: Into to Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, Patrol Techniques, Criminal Investigations, Criminology, Corrections, Grant Writing, Narcotics Investigations, Community Policing and Relations, Use of Force Laws, Special Populations, Report Writing, First-Line Supervision, Tactical Operations Response
- Notable for successfully teaching courses such as Basic Investigative Techniques, Advanced Investigations, and Special Operations Response
Captain
Craven County Sheriff's Office
01.2004 - Current
- Division Commander for the Craven County Detention Center, the Special Response Team, and the Training Division
- Responsible for overseeing operations and managing a team of over 75 employees, both sworn and civilian
- Key tasks include policy creation, implementation, and the development, oversight, and auditing of training programs for more than 200 personnel
- Additional Positions held during my career include: Criminal, Special Investigations Captain, Training Division Lieutenant, Narcotics Lieutenant, Patrol Lieutenant, Patrol Sergeant, Narcotics Investigator
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
NC Weslayan University
12.2024
Bachelor - Criminal Justice
Western Carolina University
12.2023
Skills
- Adjunct BLET Instructor
- SME for Use of Force
- Analytical reasoning
- Impartiality
- Legal research
- Public speaking
- Courtroom etiquette
- Resolving disputes
- Staff supervision
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- State Certified Firearms Instructor
- State Certified Law Enforcement instructor
- Certified Training Coordinator
- Active Shooter Instructor
- Command Leadership Institute
- Conducted Energy Weapons Instructor
- Less Lethal Force Instructor
- FTO Program Director
- Credible Leadership Certification
- Advanced Law Enforcement Certification
Timeline
Criminal Justice Adjunct
Craven Community College
09.2009 - Current
Captain
Craven County Sheriff's Office
01.2004 - Current
Bachelor - Criminal Justice
Western Carolina University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
NC Weslayan University
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