Carter, whose family has been in Mason for four generations, has served in a number of roles and assignments since he was hired as a patrol officer in August 1983. Over his 33-year career, Carter rose through the ranks servings as a detective, the city’s first school resource officer, a sergeant, detective sergeant, lieutenant, and is currently the assistant chief in charge of police operations.
“It means a lot to me to the police chief in the city I grew up in,” he said. “It means a lot to me to continue to giving back to the community in another position.”
“I am excited by the opportunities that lie ahead for Mason and the department,” he said. “We have some of the best police officers in the country, and I am committed to providing the leadership needed to further Mason’s plan for the future.”
Carter will begin his new job on Jan. 3 and will receive an annual salary of $118,000.
Born and raised in Mason, Carter is a 1978 graduate of Mason High School. In 1982, Carter obtained a bachelor of arts degree in sociology from Wilmington College; and a master of science degree in criminal justice in 2006 from Xavier University. While attending Xavier University, Carter received the Paul H. Hahn Graduate Award for Academic Achievement. He is also a graduate of Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command receiving a Letter of Commendation for Academic Achievement for his participation in the program.
Carter and his wife Lisa have two daughters and four grandchildren. He said he and his family are “pretty invested in the community.”
Police Chief Ron Ferrell said he was pleased for Carter’s promotion and described him as “a loyal co-worker.”
“As a native Mason resident, the community and the department mean a great deal to him. He has held virtually every job within the department and performed at the highest level in each. I have no doubt that he will do the same as the chief of police.”
Hansen said he was “excited because it allows the city to keep the experience within the department.”
He said Carter’s commitment to the community, experience and leadership abilities are important for the future development of the department.
“I have worked with Chief Carter for over 20 years, and I am confident of his abilities to lead an accredited department with a well-earned reputation for being one of the best police agencies in the country” Hansen said.
For more than five years, Ferrell has been working on restructuring and strategic succession planning for the police department. As part of this strategic plan, Ferrell elected to step down as police chief. However, Ferrell will continue to work for the city on special assignments and projects enhancing city operations.
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