Major David Anderson's Credentials

Major David Anderson is a 22 year law enforcement veteran. He joined the Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office on January 1, 1993 when he was assigned to the Patrol Division as Deputy Sheriff. Anderson was promoted to Sergeant in 1994, Lieutenant in 1998 and Captain of the Patrol Division in 2006. He was appointed to Major/Chief Deputy, by Sheriff Alan Jones on July 1, 2008.

As the Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Major Anderson is responsible for monitoring budgetary and personnel matters as well as overseeing the daily operations of the Sheriff’s office. In the Sheriff’s absence he is responsible for many other duties associated with the office of Sheriff.

Major Anderson began his law enforcement career in the United States Army. He attended Military Police School at Fort McClellan, Alabama; graduating in January of 1987. On February 23, 1987 Anderson was assigned to the 21st Military Police Company (Airborne) at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. His Military service includes deployments to Honduras and Panama.

In 1990 Anderson joined the Lenoir Police Department where he served as patrol officer and field training officer before joining the Sheriff’s Office on January 1, 1993.

Major Anderson has received thousands of hours of law enforcement training.

He has received numerous medals, service awards, and commendations throughout his career including the Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate, Officer of the Year, and the Medal of Valor.

With the exception of the time Major Anderson spent away in military service, he is a life long resident of Caldwell County. He resides in the Oak Hill Community with his wife and children.

This site was last updated 09/01/09