Leadership for Front-Line Supervisors

This comprehensive training program is designed to equip law enforcement professionals with the essential competencies required to thrive in supervisory roles. The course emphasizes understanding the distinction between leadership and management functions, helping participants develop the capabilities needed to guide their teams effectively and professionally.

Course Overview:

Delivered through a combination of instructional sessions, collaborative discussions, and hands-on activities, this two-day program explores critical concepts including team development, effective communication, and constructive conflict resolution. Attendees will acquire practical methodologies and strategic approaches for managing teams with integrity and professionalism.

Core Principles Covered:

• Trust
• Communication
• Humility and Optimism
• Leading by Example
• Competency

Key Topics Include:

• Leadership versus Management
• Inherent versus Developed Leadership Abilities
• Understanding Positional Leadership
• Influence versus Manipulation
• Transitioning from Peer Relationships to Supervisory Roles
• Effective Leadership Across Different Hierarchical Levels
• Facilitating Team Success
• Followership Fundamentals
• Strategic Listening and Decision-Making
• Time Management Advantages
• Balancing Care with Accountability
• Continuous Leadership Development

Instruction Team: This course is led by Captain Mike Schentrup (Retired), with instruction provided by Lieutenant Wayne South (Retired), Deputy Chief Eric Stewart (Retired), Lieutenant Charlie Nahrwold, and Lieutenant Marc Plourde.

Event Details:

• Dates: January 18-19, 2027
• Location: Washington County Sheriff's Office, 114 Jackson Blvd, Jonesborough, TN 37659
• Cost: $325.00
• Duration: Two days

Cancellation Policy: Participants may cancel at any time more than 21 days prior to the course start date and receive a full refund minus a 5% processing fee. No refunds are issued for cancellations made within 21 days of the start date; however, student substitutions are permitted. Alternative payment methods such as invoicing or check payment are available upon request.