Alabama’s Behind The Badge

Center Point Police Chief

We are honored to welcome Center Point Police Chief Zandria Washington as she shares her expertise and insights into the many responsibilities and challenges involved in serving as the chief executive officer of a law enforcement agency.
 
The discussion will explore a variety of topics, including Chief Washington’s leadership experiences and Sheriff Pettway’s vision for strengthening and expanding partnerships among local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies throughout Jefferson County.

Center Point Fire District

Hosted by Hosted by Chief Brandon Dahlen and guest Chaplain Tim Alexander with Center Point Fire District.

Alabama Hoops

Hosted by Sheriff Mark Pettway and guests Founder Charles Newton, Coach P.J. Grooms, and Player Charles Newton with Alabama Hoops.

Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency

Jim Coker, Director - Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency and Michael Derzis - Emergency Management Officer at the Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency

Fire Safety

This week, we are joined by Center Point Fire District to discuss Fire Safety! Hosted by Chief Brandon Dahlen with Guest Fire Marshall Chris Free.

Technology in Law Enforcement with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office

Commander Philip Green and Captain Charles Jaeger with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office have agreed to join Sheriff Mark Pettway as guests on the upcoming broadcast of the Alabama Behind the Badge Radio Show on Saturday, May 16. We are honored to have them share their knowledge about the technology used in our Metro Area Crime Center (MACC) and how these tools assist with investigations.
 
This segment will focus on the critical role technology plays in modern law enforcement, featuring a range of perspectives, including Sheriff Pettway’s vision for making investigations more effective and efficient through innovation and advanced investigative tools.

Jefferson County EMA

The Alabama’s Behind the Badge show will feature the Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency Director, Jim Coker.
We are honored to have Jim share his expertise as he discusses the responsibilities of the EMA and what citizens need to know about emergencies and disaster preparedness.

Jefferson County Jail

Dr. Ezra Shine, Mike Williams, Charlotte White and Shellie Layne have agreed to join Sheriff Mark Pettway as guests on the upcoming broadcast of the Alabama Behind the Badge Radio Show on Saturday, April 25th. We are honored to have them share their expertise on the importance of education for the incarcerated.
Ms. Layne will call in at the beginning of the show and will also appear in person later in the program.
This segment will focus on the critical role education plays in rehabilitation, featuring a range of perspectives - including Sheriff Pettway’s vision for creating meaningful change through expanded educational opportunities within the Jefferson County Jail.

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office

Wayne Rogers, Tim Yearwood and Scott Prestley have agreed to join Sheriff Mark Pettway as guests on the upcoming broadcast of the Behind the Badge Alabama Radio Show on Saturday, April 18th. We are honored to have them share their expertise on the importance of mental health training in law enforcement.
This discussion will explore a range of perspectives, including Sheriff Pettway’s vision for training personnel within the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, as well as insights into Crisis Intervention Training and the work of our Mental Health Unit.