Ethan Dunn

Accreditation Manager - Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office

Lieutenant Ethan Dunn has cultivated a distinguished career in law enforcement, combining leadership, expertise, and a steadfast commitment to public safety and community engagement. With over 17 years of experience in public safety and law enforcement, Ethan currently serves with the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, where he has excelled in numerous roles and now oversees the agency’s Professional Standards Division as Accreditation Manager. Ethan’s career in public safety began in 2007, when, at the age of 16, he became a junior firefighter. Demonstrating exceptional dedication and leadership, he ascended to the rank of Captain by the age of 20. Transitioning into law enforcement in 2010, Ethan has since developed a diverse skill set, contributing to his agency in Communications, Patrol, Training, and Accreditation. As the former Field Training Program Administrator, Ethan managed the Field Training Officers (FTOs), ensuring the program adhered to the highest standards. He oversaw trainee assignments, monitored their progress, and worked to maintain operational excellence within the program. In addition to his law enforcement responsibilities, Ethan serves as the Emergency Management Coordinator for the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office. In this capacity, he is responsible for developing and implementing emergency preparedness plans, coordinating disaster response actions, and managing recovery efforts during crises. His leadership ensures the agency remains ready to address natural disasters, technological disruptions, and other emergencies effectively and efficiently.

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