Thomas Tilmon
Wilmington,NC
Summary
I'm an United States Air Force brat. I was born in Hawaii, and moved around quite a bit until my father was stationed at the Pentagon. I went to High School in Prince William County Virginia. My hobbies were snow, water skiing, scuba, and surfing. I rowed crew in High School, and in my Junior year, my boat won the National Championship for Midweight 8s. I began SCUBA diving at age 15. I have massive interests in meteorology, marine biology, history, space industry, boating, and fishing.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Captain Special Operations Division
City of Wilmington PD
06.2022 - Current
- Division Commander for Cape Fear Regional Special Teams (SWAT, Bomb Squad, and Crisis Negotiations)
- Division Commander for Specialized Units: MFF, Housing Task Force, Traffic Unit, K9, Homeless
- Oversee a broad array of units in high liability positions that are responsible for responses to the worst criminals, events faced by WPD
- Prioritizing budget flows, and stretching a fairly thin budget over the course of a fiscal year
- Ensuring that Special Team Equipment is up to date, and functional for all emergencies.
Captain Criminal Investigation Division
City of Wilmington PD
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Division Commander for the entire Criminal Investigation Division including: Property Crimes, Robbery/Homicide, Special Victims Unit, and the US Marshalls Fugitive Apprehension Unit.
- Created and implemented a Special Victims Unit to oversee all sexual assault investigations, whether the victims were juveniles/adults. SVU also investigated all crimes against children, as well as Domestic Violence
- Was Division Commander during the worst historical homicide year for the Police Department, and still maintained above a 85% clearance rate
- Helped to implement modernization of the Axon Interview Room program.
- Created a Homicide Investigation Room to remove our evidence/investigatory leads from public view by other city employees.
Night Watch Commander Patrol Lieutenant
City of Wilmington PD
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts and directed personnel during critical incidents through established ICS procedures.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, enhancing team performance and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategies for resource allocation and incident management.
- Field Training Coordinator
Downtown Task Force Command Lieutenant
City of Wilmington PD
06.2015 - 09.2017
- Responsible for all WPD Special Event Planning
- Oversaw the mounted unit, marine unit, and downtown Task Force Officers and Deputies
- Interfaced with numerous Downtown Stakeholders: WDI, DBA, politicians, etc.
- Incident Commander for all Downtown Events (Azalea Festival, New Year's Eve, Halloween, Holiday Parade, St. Patrick's Day Parade, etc.)
- Interfacing with New Hanover County Sheriff's Office administration in regards to scheduling/actions of their personnel assigned to the Task Force.
Night Watch Commander Patrol Lieutenant
City of Wilmington PD
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Established Incident Command for Critical Incidents
- Oversaw the FTO Program as a Field Training Coordinator
- Highest ranking officer after hours in charge of all of our operational personnel working night shift
- Over-saw crime scenes, and their security
- Supervised all calls for services
- Resource and mentorship for officers and sergeants
Detective Sergeant SVU
City of Wilmington PD
02.2012 - 01.2015
- Led investigations into complex criminal cases, ensuring thorough evidence collection and analysis.
- Supervised and mentored junior detectives, enhancing team performance and investigative skills.
- Developed and implemented strategic crime prevention initiatives to reduce local crime rates.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and improve operational efficiency.
- Assigned complex cases involving crimes against children, domestic violence, and fraud, and ensured investigative efficiency.
Internal Affairs Sergeant/CALEA Accreditation Mgr.
City of Wilmington PD
06.2007 - 02.2012
- Investigated 2 Officer-Involved shootings (1 fatal)
- Over-saw City Safety Initiatives
- Wrote Departmental Policy for CALEA compliance
- Managed our initial accreditation with CALEA in 2007-2011 as the Accreditation Manager.
- Helped to streamline IA Records from our move to 615 Bess St.
- Planned Officer Rich Matthews LODD Funeral in 2009.
- Testified to CALEA on behalf of Chief Evangelous in Colorado Springs, CO to win our Initial Advanced Accreditation Award in 2011
Patrol Midnight Shift Sergeant
City of Wilmington PD
09.2005 - 06.2007
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and standards.
- Trained and mentored junior officers, enhancing team performance and operational readiness.
- Coordinated shift schedules, optimizing resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and improve response strategies.
Detective Crimes Against Children SVU
Wilmington PD
06.2004 - 09.2005
- Conducted investigations to solve complex criminal cases, utilizing analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to enhance case resolution and streamline information sharing.
- Mentored junior detectives, providing guidance on investigative techniques and evidence collection processes.
- Developed strategic plans for case investigations, ensuring thorough analysis of evidence and witness statements.
Master Patrol Officer
City of Wilmington PD
12.2001 - 06.2004
- Enforced compliance with laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses effectively.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on procedures and best practices in law enforcement.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to enhance relationships between law enforcement and the public.
- Field Training Officer
- Served on the Street Teams Drug/Gun Crimes Task Force
Police Officer
City of Wilmington PD
12.1995 - 12.2001
- Entry level officer, completed field training in 6 weeks due to previous experience at Carolina Beach PD
- Was assigned to the Independence Mall for 1 year, where I investigated, prosecuted numerous felonies, along with becoming an expert in the Juvenile Justice System
- Field Training Officer
- Predominantly worked night shift in the inner city
Police Officer
Carolina Beach Police Department
06.1995 - 12.1995
- Enforced local laws and ordinances to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal activities, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Developed community policing initiatives to strengthen relationships with residents and enhance public trust.
- Trained and mentored junior officers, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing.
Police Intern
Carlisle Police Department, PA
06.1992 - 06.1994
- Assisted in crime scene investigations, collecting and documenting evidence for case files.
- Observed patrol procedures, enhancing understanding of law enforcement protocols and community safety measures.
- Engaged with community members to promote public safety initiatives and gather feedback on police services.
- Supported data entry into criminal databases, ensuring accuracy and reliability of information for ongoing investigations. Wroterote probable cause affidavits for arrest and search warrants Aidedided in investigation in Carlisle's most prolific triple homicide.
Education
Basic Law Enforcement Training Certificate - Law Enforcement
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC06-1995
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA06-1994
Skills
- Internal affairs
- Suspect identification
- Critical thinking
- Active listening skills
- Technical SCUBA Diver with Full Cave/DPV/Hypoxic Trimix Certifications
- Some minor Spanish abilities
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Incident Management
Accomplishments
I am the founding member of the Wilmington Police Pipes and Drums. It is the only Police Bagpipe Band in North Carolina. We have brought honor and dignity to numerous LODD funerals for Police, Fire, EMS, and Military personnel. We play departmental ceremonies. We bring a sense of esprit de corps to the Wilmington Police Department. We have been in existence since 2000, and active since 2001.
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Rescue Diver
- NC Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission General Instructor. (Teaching BLET since 2000)
- NASBLA Safe Boat/Tac Ops
Timeline
Police Captain Special Operations Division
City of Wilmington PD
06.2022 - Current
Captain Criminal Investigation Division
City of Wilmington PD
01.2019 - 06.2022
Night Watch Commander Patrol Lieutenant
City of Wilmington PD
09.2017 - 01.2019
Downtown Task Force Command Lieutenant
City of Wilmington PD
06.2015 - 09.2017
Night Watch Commander Patrol Lieutenant
City of Wilmington PD
01.2015 - 06.2015
Detective Sergeant SVU
City of Wilmington PD
02.2012 - 01.2015
Internal Affairs Sergeant/CALEA Accreditation Mgr.
City of Wilmington PD
06.2007 - 02.2012
Patrol Midnight Shift Sergeant
City of Wilmington PD
09.2005 - 06.2007
Detective Crimes Against Children SVU
Wilmington PD
06.2004 - 09.2005
Master Patrol Officer
City of Wilmington PD
12.2001 - 06.2004
Police Officer
City of Wilmington PD
12.1995 - 12.2001
Police Officer
Carolina Beach Police Department
06.1995 - 12.1995
Police Intern
Carlisle Police Department, PA
06.1992 - 06.1994
Basic Law Enforcement Training Certificate - Law Enforcement
Cape Fear Community College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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