October Civilian Staff Member of the Month

  • By Alicia W. Coleman
  • Posted Thursday, November 12, 2026
Over the past month, Will has single-handedly maintained the operational integrity of the Real-Time Intelligence Center after the unexpected resignations of two fellow analysts left him as the unit’s sole analyst. Rather than allowing this sudden shift to disrupt daily operations, Will stepped forward without hesitation, absorbing the bulk of the workload of a three-person team without complaint, delay, or compromise in quality. His selflessness and remarkable work ethic ensured that our command staff, field deputies, investigators, and partner agencies continued to receive the high-caliber, timely intelligence support required to keep Forsyth County safe. What makes Will’s achievement extraordinary is the unprecedented concentration of high-stakes, public safety priorities that coincided with this staffing shortage. Throughout the month, Will provided continuous intelligence coverage for peak operational demands across the county, including critical threat monitoring for election season and polling site security, real-time tactical support for university homecomings and associated large-scale public gatherings, and vigilant daily oversight of potential threat vectors within the local school system. Balancing these intense, high-density focus areas simultaneously requires exceptional focus, tactical acuity, and multitasking under pressure, qualities Will demonstrated daily while managing three times his normal responsibilities. Beyond maintaining flawless immediate deliverables, Will took proactive ownership of the long-term future and stability of the Real-Time Intelligence Center. Recognizing the critical importance of rebuilding the team, he invested substantial time and provided insight into the characteristics that make the candidates qualified analysts for the two vacant positions. Simultaneously, he took the initiative to design a structured onboarding and training curriculum so that the two incoming analysts could be integrated seamlessly and brought up to speed without losing operational momentum. Will's profound resilience, operational excellence, and commitment to both his team and the community members of Forsyth County embody the highest standards of our agency, making him exceptionally deserving of this recognition.