(Our presenters and panelists are drawn from law enforcement, academia, public service, and corporate America. Each brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in their individual fields of endeavor.)
The Speaker
Charles Sherwood is the Director of the South Central Criminal Justice Administration, where he provides strategic leadership and oversight for a regional justice system collaborative serving the south central region of Connecticut. The South Central Criminal Justice Administration works to improve the effectiveness and fairness of the criminal justice system by bringing together law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, courts, corrections, service providers, and community partners to coordinate policy, training, and evidence based initiatives. Through this collaborative model, the Administration supports interagency cooperation, data driven decision making, and programs designed to enhance public safety, accountability, and system efficiency. In his role, Sherwood manages regional planning efforts, facilitates cross agency collaboration, and supports professional development and policy innovation across the criminal justice continuum. He is widely respected for his deep understanding of criminal justice operations, his ability to align diverse stakeholders around shared goals, and his commitment to professionalism and transparency. Under his leadership, the South Central Criminal Justice Administration continues to advance balanced, forward looking approaches to justice that strengthen public trust while addressing complex public safety challenges.
The Workshop
Promotional Preparation : Wednesday, October 21, 2026 02:45P
Explanation of the civil service exam, how it came to be, the factors that go into creating the exams, how police officers can best prepare for the exam while on and off duty, and the importance of understanding the promotional process and how the civil service exam evolved from appointed promotions.