Chief Kevin Black is responsible for setting the direction and expectation of the Department. In addition, Chief Black establishes effective measures to address crime and disorder throughout the community, while working very closely with the public, elected officials, and town management.
The Chief also stays current on local, state, and federal issues related to law enforcement and maintains relationships with outside law enforcement agencies.
The Chief exercises oversight over the Cornelius Communications Center, which provides dispatch services to the Town of Cornelius and Davidson College.
Chief Black has been with the Department in various leadership roles since 1993. He is a graduate of the North Carolina Justice Academy’s Management Development Program. He also holds an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice from Mitchell Community College and a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice from Lees McRae College.