Anderson, 62, is a 35-year veteran of the Nashville Police Department, is a licensed attorney, and holds a law degree from the Nashville School of Law.  Until recently, he has been Assistant Chief or Deputy Chief since 2001.  Prior to his appointment as interim chief, he headed the department’s Field Operations Bureau, which encompasses all six precincts as well as the aviation, canine, traffic, SWAT, emergency contingency and school crossing guard components.

·        Hired as police officer trainee January 1, 1975

·        Promoted to Sergeant January 1, 1984

·        Promoted to Lieutenant July 16, 1987

·        Promoted to Captain July 2, 1998

·        Promoted to Assistant Chief/Administrative Services May 1, 2001

·        Appointed Deputy Chief/Support Operations January 1, 2003

·        Appointed Deputy Chief/Investigative Services May 16, 2004

·        Appointed Deputy Chief/Field Operations October 17, 2008