David Allen

David Allen is a highly experienced law enforcement professional with a distinguished career at Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office spanning various roles from Deputy Sheriff to Captain.

His expertise includes working in the Patrol Division, Street Crimes Unit, Investigator roles within the Multi Agency Drug Task Force, and leadership positions such as Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain in different divisions.

David Allen is also an integral part of the Special Response Team, serving as an Assistant Team Leader and currently as the Team Leader.

In the realm of education, David has been instrumental as a High Liabilities Instructor at Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office, focusing on Defensive Tactics, Firearms, Taser, Distraction Device, and Patrol Rifle training since 2008.

Additionally, he has been an Adjunct Professor at Northwest Florida State College since 2009, specializing in high liabilities including Defensive Tactics, Firearms, Taser, and Special Tactical Problems.

His teaching prowess extends to being a SWAT Advanced Tactics Instructor for the Florida SWAT Association since 2015.

David Allen is also actively involved in various organizations, holding roles such as Executive Board Member of the Florida SWAT Association, Executive Board Member of the Emerald Coast Boys and Girls Club, and Chairman of the Northwest Florida HIDTA Task Force.

David's academic achievements include a Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Administration from Northwest Florida State College, a Bachelor of Applied Science from the Florida Leadership Academy Class 29 at the Florida Public Safety Institute, and a Master's degree in Public Administration from Columbia Southern University.

Notable past positions in his career include being a John Maxwell Leadership Coach & Speaker, an Instructor at the Florida SWAT Association, and serving in various capacities within the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office like Special Response Team Commander, Captain of different divisions, Lieutenant in the Special Investigations Section, and Sergeant in several units.

David Allen's dedication and commitment to law enforcement, combined with his teaching acumen and leadership skills, exemplify his outstanding professional background.