Who we are
Newberry High School, Newberry, Florida; B.S. in Sociology, Bethel College, Kansas; Numerous Law Enforcement Specialized Training and Leadership Courses.
Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, 1990–2007: served as Patrol Deputy, School Resource Deputy, Traffic Enforcement Deputy, Sergeant in Criminal Investigations and Special Operations, ASO SWAT Team Operator; City of Alachua Police Department, 2008–2014: Officer, Detective, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Deputy Chief; Chief of Police, 2014–2022; Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, 2022–2024: Major, Administrative Services; Colonel, Operations; Elected Sheriff, 2024.
Meritorious Service Award – Apprehension of Murder Suspect; Deputy of the Month – Apprehension of Hostage Taker; Officer of the Year, Alachua Police Department; Board Member, Democratic Black Caucus of Florida (2008–2015); Board of Trustees, Mount Zura Full Gospel Baptist Church (2016–2020); Board Member, Alachua Pop Warner League (2014–2018); Founder of Criminal Justice Program at Newberry High School, Alachua County.
“Passion is the fuel and relentless determination is the engine that drives you to success. Dream big, work hard, remain humble and surround yourself with good people.”
~ Sheriff Chad Scott
