SGT. DONNELL WALTERS
SERGEANT of POLICE
IPOA State Command (St. Louis, Missouri)

An experienced law enforcement professional with a proven track record in specialized roles, including supervision, training, and career development.

Donnell Walters is an 18-year veteran of the Saint Louis Metropolitan Police Department.
Currently holding the rank of Police Sergeant, he is assigned to Community Engagement & Recruitment. When he is not diligently working to ensure the best qualified candidates are afforded an opportunity to pursue a Police Officer career path, he is representing more than 372 underrepresented commissioned & and civilian employees as the President of the Ethical Society of Police.

A graduate of the University of Phoenix, Sergeant Walters holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Security and Management. Honorary Doctorate for Social Leadership from Harvest Christian University.

Some of Sergeant Walters's previous assignments include SWAT, Police Academy Instructor, Hostage Response Team Coordinator, Civil Disturbance Coordinator, Active Shooter Trainer & and South Patrol Division Platoon Supervisor.

Education:

Associate of Science, Physical Therapy – Sanford Brown College
Bachelor of Science, Organizational Security and Management - University of Phoenix
Honorary Doctorate, Doctor of Philosophy in Social Leadership - Harvest Christian University

Experience:

Sergeant-Specialized Enforcement Civil Disturbance Coordinator
Sergeant- District Level Community Policing
Sergeant- Community Engagement/PAL & Recruiting
Various assignments including SWAT, Police Academy Instruction, and Hostage Response Team Coordination

Missouri Licensed Generalist Instructor / National Mental Health First Aid USA
NRA Certified Firearms Instructor / PATC Certified Hostage Negotiator
SABRE Certified Law Enforcement Aerosol Projector Instructor
NLETC National Certified Defensive Tactics Instructor / CIT Certified
CDT Trainer Certification

Achievements:

2023 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award
President of the Ethical Society of Police
Sergeant at Arms-National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers
HRT/Crisis Negotiations Coordinator & Team Leader
SLMPD Honor Guard Commander
Creator and Lead Coordinator of the SHERO program
Subject matter expert of the SLMPD De-Escalation curriculum
Received Chief’s Letter of Commendation and Awards of Excellence