1. TERRY L. FOSTER
32 Deauville Ct., Lake St. Louis, MO 63367
636-262-9415 | tfosterchief@gmail.com
SENIOR LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL
Highly skilled, results-focused law enforcement leader with a Master’s degree in Administration combined with 15+
years of experience across key leadership and officer-level positions.
 Progressive career, from patrol to senior administration; combines sharp instincts and commitment to service
with a record of implementing solutions to optimize capabilities and ensure operational readiness.
 Background includes implementation of new standards, tools, and priorities that serve to build department
morale and enable better policing while building stronger relationships with communities and fellow law
enforcement teams and partners.
Areas of Expertise:
Law Enforcement Management | Strategy Planning & Analysis | Staff Management | Technology Implementation
Data Smart Policing | Training | Program Management | Community Policing | Investigations | Budget Management
Policy & Procedure Development | Training & Mentoring | Regulatory Compliance | Cost Management
PROFESS IONAL HISTORY
City of Moscow Mills | Moscow Mills, MO 2007-Present
CHIEF OF POLICE (2009-Present)
Direct 10 sworn officers in law enforcement for city with nearly 3K residents. Create and oversee department’s daily
schedule, including ongoing initiatives, while driving focus on ensuring public safety and responding to emergencies
and events. Develop and implement budget, as well as policies and procedures to ensure optimum efficiency and
adherence to standards. Drive efforts to secure grant funding for critical operations and needs, including a
departmental security system, bulletproof vests, radar units, AEDs, and technology equipment. Provide staff with
training and support, while driving focus on education and ongoing learning for all officers.
 Significantly improved engagement with community members through introduction of a Citizen’s Police
Academy—program provided education on police procedures, law enforcement/legal issues, firearms, and other
topics to promote understanding and collaboration.
 Modernized and advanced department capabilities by introducing key technologies including mobile computers
(100% paid for through grant), as well as car video cameras, body cameras, and RMS upgrades.
 Improved Department’s relationships and reputation with local police forces and citizenry through proactive
adjustments to traffic enforcement policy. Increased productivity while greatly reducing number of stops.
 Lowered costs for charges by county dispatch center through implementation of computer program that
enabled direct logins by officers without need for intermediary.
INTERIM CHIEF (2008-2009)
Took on lead role after departure of previous Chief—directed disciplinary and training procedures, managed budgets
and schedules, and led multiple improvement initiatives.
 Successfully managed and resolved pending lawsuits within department, while implementing changes that
improved efficiency and service.
 Achieved significant productivity gains and increased morale by initiating new procedures for maintaining
discipline and training personnel.
 Improved flexibility throughout the department by implementing cross training across siloed functions that
supported better understanding and collaboration.
ASSISTANT CHIEF OF POLICE (2008)
Oversaw operations of department, under general direction of the Police Chief, ensuring adherence to all standards
and regulations. Planned, scheduled, organized, supervised, and reviewed activities of the Police Department patrol
division; provided administrative and budgetary support to the Police Chief and acted for the Chief in his absence.

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DETECTIVE – Regional Narcotics Enforcement Team (2007-2008)
Conducted investigations for cases involving illegal manufacture, distribution, and/or use of controlled substances,
partnering extensively with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as with prosecutors to support
convictions. Authored and distributed detailed reports and documentation to support cases against offenders.
 Effectively managed high-pressure investigations, including those involving methamphetamine labs.
 Investigated two Outlaw Motorcycle Clubs.
POLICE OFFICER – Patrol (2007)
Conducted patrols throughout assigned area—identified/apprehended criminal offenders and delivered assistance to
individuals in need. Participated in court proceedings, providing testimony and evidence to support convictions.
Served as face of the department in all situations, with focus on the highest level of ethics in all situations.
City of Lake St. Louis | Lake St. Louis, MO 2001-2006
POLICE OFFICER – Patrol & Community Affairs
Ensured public safety and protected citizens and property through regular patrols and response to criminal activity
and disturbances. Played key role in optimizing community relations by introducing and managing a variety of
programs including D.A.R.E., Citizens Police Academy, Special Olympics events, and Neighborhood Watch. Managed
fundraisers, working with teachers and officers, to engage partners and support key community alliances.
 Built strong connection to youths and educators through programs with schools. Oversaw a large festival to
engage the community that included bounce houses, magicians, and live entertainment.
 Organized a Safety Fair for youth in the city and surrounding areas.
 Recognized with Commanders Notice for safely ending a hostage situation without incident or injury.
EDUCAT ION & PROFESS IONAL DEVELOPMENT
Master of Science in Administration/Management Emphasis | Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice | Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO
FBI GLEEDS/LEEDA Executive Training 2013
Missouri Police Chief’s Command College (Graduate Class #2) 2012
Graduate – Rural Law Enforcement Technology Institute, National Institute of Justice 2011
Missouri State Highway Patrol D.A.R.E. Officer Training & Certification 2004
Eastern Missouri Law Enforcement Training Academy (Graduated in top 5 of class) 2001
St. Louis Metropolitan Major Case Squad Training
PROFESS IONAL AFFILIAT IONS & CERT IFICAT IONS
Lincoln County Arson Task Force (member)
Lincoln County Domestic Violence Task Force (member)
Lincoln County 911 Advisory Board (Chairman)
Local Emergency Management Planning Committee (Co-Chair)
Nationally Certified DARE and School Resource Officer
Incident Command Structure Certification for 100, 200,300, 400, 700, 800
Certified Behavior Pattern Recognition Specialist/Instructor
Accreditation Manager Certification Training
Missouri Police Chief’s Association (member)
- Appointed to multiple committees: Awards, Constitution & Bylaws, Legislative, Standards and Goals, and Training
- Region C Representative for Missouri – Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Program (see below)
- Region C Representative – Regional Homeland Security Oversight Committee
International Association of Chief’s of Police (member)
Weapons of Mass Destruction and Anti-Terrorism Certified Instructor – Louisiana State University
Defensive Tactics/Krav Maga Instructor
Training and Education Coordinator – Moscow Mills Police Department