Company you work for and your position title
Oxford Police Department. Captain.
Educational background
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Ole Miss
What inspired you to take your career path?
I wanted to be involved in a hard working and well respected career where I could have a positive effect on the community I grew up in. OPD has allowed me to the opportunity to better my community, my family, and myself.
What is the favorite part of your work day?
My favorite part of the work day are the people I work with. I look forward to the interactions I have with my coworkers and the public. I enjoy the conversations and hearing people’s stories and making connections with them as well as being on calls with patrol officers.
Volunteer/community/civic engagement
When I’m not working at OPD, I work for my father, Johnny Parker (Parker Electric & Plumbing). I also help assistant coach my son’s baseball team, the Oxford Gorillas.
Anything else you would like people to know about you?
I’m a proud husband to Margo Parker, who is a teacher at LLES, and a proud father to John Ace (10) and Amelia (5). I am very appreciative to represent OPD in this award, and I am proud of where I work and the city I live in.
