The Training Coordinator is responsible for developing, coordinating, and assigning training for the department; maintains all lesson plans, training critique forms, and other records relating to training; prepare and submit a budget for training; act as a liaison between the Community Colleges, Justice Academy, as well as the internal and visiting instructors; act as the point of contact for external degree programs and independent study programs approved by the department; administer the Career Development Plan for the department by reviewing qualifications for advancement and certifications as required by the North Carolina Law Enforcement Training and Standards Commission.

The position is occupied by Sergeant Chandler Powell, who joined the New Bern Police Department in March 1992. During his tenure, Sgt Powell has served as a member of the Operations Division as a Patrol Officer, School Resource Officer and Patrol Supervisor.  In 2002, Sgt. Powell became the Special Operations Sergeant, which duties included supervising the Field Training Program, K-9 Unit, and coordinating the agency Community Watch Program.   In March 2003, Sgt. Powell was selected to be the Training Coordinator.

Contact Training Unit:

Sgt. Chandler Powell - Training Coordinator (252) 672-4128