Protecting Rowan County With Integrity And Experience
With Over 26 Years Of Dedicated Service In Law Enforcement And A Deep Commitment To The People Of Rowan County, I Am Running For Sheriff To Bring Leadership, Integrity, And Proactive Crime Prevention To Our Community. Together, We Can Build A Safer Future.
Jody Burleyson Is A Seasoned Law Enforcement Officer With Over 26 Years Of Experience At The Rowan County Sheriff’s Office. As A Patrol Lieutenant And Special Response Team Leader, Jody Has Supervised Officers On The Front Lines, Led Criminal Investigations, And Ensured The Safety Of Rowan County Residents.
Before His Law Enforcement Career, Jody Gained Leadership Experience As General Manager At Laidlaw Transit, Overseeing Transportation Operations Across Western North Carolina. This Blend Of Public Safety Expertise And Executive Leadership Makes Him The Right Choice For Sheriff.
Officer Of The Year (Rowan County Sheriff's Office, 2001)
Intermediate Law Enforcement Certificate (2002)
Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate (2006)
Advanced Special Weapons and Tactics School (2007 and 2008)
Outstanding Service in Criminal Investigations (2009)
Certificate of Appreciation – U.S. Army – John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center
Appreciation of Service Award – Special Response Team Operator – 21 years (2022)
Why I’m Running
Charting a New Course with Strong and Intentional Leadership
Jody Burleyson’s Mission As Sheriff Is To:
Reduce Crime Through Proactive Crime Prevention – Strengthen Our Resources And Department To Ensure Adequate Response
Address Drug & Violent Crime – Increase Narcotics Enforcement And Focus On Repeat Offenders
Enhance School Safety – Work With Local Schools To Implement Better Safety Programs And Create Awareness
Increase Transparency & Community Trust – Open Communication Through Reliable and Timely Information
Increase Recruitment & Officer Retention By Providing Intentional and Responsible Leadership
Endorsements & Community Support
"The citizens of Rowan County expect their Sheriff’s Office to be a well led, effective, law enforcement agency. Jody Burleyson has the skills, experience, and dedication to lead the Sheriff’s Office into the future. That’s why I support Jody Burleyson for Sheriff of Rowan County."
"I’ve known Jody Burleyson for more than 35 years. Professionally, he has been dedicated and committed to not only his job but also the community he’s served. However, beyond that, Jody is a dedicated husband and father and a trustworthy friend. The residents of Rowan County are lucky to have Jody Burleyson as their next Sheriff. Like all things in his life, he’ll serve them dutifully and with compassion."
"I endorse Jody Burleyson for Sheriff of Rowan County. As a lifelong resident and business owner in China Grove, I’ve seen firsthand Jody’s commitment to our community and his dedication to ensuring public safety. His leadership, experience, and passion for service makes him the ideal candidate to protect and serve our county effectively."
"Jody is a true example of honesty, integrity, and experience and that’s what Rowan County needs as a leader."
"I have known Jody Burleyson for more than 20 years. He is knowledgeable, professional, and devoted to God and his family. These attributes make him the right person to lead the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office."
"I have known Jody Burleyson since 1998 when he worked with the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office and I was with the N.C. Department of Public Safety. We have been colleagues and friends since then. He was always helpful to the Dept. of Probation and Parole assisting with searches and arrests, when called upon. I have found Jody to be honest and dedicated to his job, his family and to God. I believe due to Jody’s many years of experience and his integrity, he would be an excellent Sheriff of Rowan County."
“Jody is a highly competent professional who displays genuine knowledge of all facets of law enforcement. He would perform all duties of Rowan County Sheriff in an efficient and professional manner which makes him the right person for the job.”
“As a county commissioner, law enforcement officer, and veteran, I fully support Jody Burleyson to be our next Sheriff. His 26+ years at the Sheriff’s Office and over 22 years of supervision and leadership in almost every aspect of the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office makes him uniquely qualified to serve as our next Sheriff. He has over 20 years as a SRT operator, so you know he has the determination and fortitude to make the changes necessary to lead the Sheriff’s Office into the future. Please join me in supporting Jody Burleyson for our next Sheriff.”
“I’m proud to announce my support and commitment to the campaign of Jody Burleyson. I have known Jody both professionally and personally for over 25 years. Working next to him in a professional capacity has given me complete confidence in his ability to guide and protect the citizens of Rowan County.”
“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Jody for well over 25 years. I can attest to his professionalism and dedication to his job and family. Jody has proven he has the leadership skills, experience, and vision needed to lead the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office with integrity and effectiveness.”
“I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Jody for 43+ years. Jody will serve Rowan County well as the next Sheriff and will restore honor and integrity to the department. Jody is well rooted in the community with a great family and many friends. I don’t think Jody has ever met a stranger. I support Jody with his decision to run for Sheriff of this great county and will do my part in getting him elected.”
“I believe for Rowan County to get the most out of our investment in the Sheriff’s Office, we must elect Jody Burleyson Sheriff of Rowan County. His common sense approach to law enforcement and his years of service and experience, make him our common sense choice.”
“I retired in 2022 from the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office with 42 years of law enforcement experience. I retired as Criminal Captain of our Criminal Division and Commander of our Special Response Team (SRT). I have known Jody Burleyson and his family all my life. I was able to be his supervisor when he was a patrol officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and an Operator on our SRT. I know that Jody Burleyson would serve the citizens of Rowan County well as the next Sheriff of Rowan County.”
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