David Walker

January 1, 2005 to present

David Walker was elected Sheriff in 2004 and took office January 1, 2005. David has been with the Sheriff's Office since 1992, beginning in the Communication Division. After graduating from the police academy in 1993, David transferred to Patrol. After serving 2 years in Patrol, David was transferred to CID as an Investigator and was later promoted to Lieutenant over the Investigation Division. David was promoted to Enforcement Captain in October of 1998 and Chief Deputy in 2004. 

Walker obtained his Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice in 1995. He currently holds an Advance Peace Officer Certification. In October of 1999, Sheriff Walker graduated from the Quantico F.B.I. National Academy. He has obtained his TCLEOSE Instructor's Certification, Chemical Weapons Certification, and numerous hours of continuing education in various areas of law enforcement. Walker was named "Patrolman of the Year" in 1994 and "Officer of the Year in 1996".  He has received numerous commendations from both Federal and Area Law Enforcement Agencies.