Michael T. Jones Sr. currently serves as the Director for Recruiting Division. Prior to his appointment as the director in September 2022, Captain Jones led the School Safety Division, which consisted of coordinating with agency partners and stakeholders to support a safe learning environment for students and staff. Jones was promoted to the rank of captain in May 2021.
Captain Jones joined the Metropolitan Police Department in August 2005, and began his career in the Sixth District following his training at the Metropolitan Police Academy. Captain Jones has served in all ranks, first achieving master patrol officer in 2012 and then sergeant in 2014. Jones attained lieutenant in 2018, and captain in 2021.
During his career with the MPD, Captain Jones has worked in a variety of posts. In addition to patrol work as an officer, master patrol officer, sergeant, lieutenant, and captain, Jones was also assigned to the Youth and Family Services Division, where he was responsible for leading youth outreach programs and initiatives, such as Youth Creating Change, Summer Youth Academy, and Reaching New Heights. Jones was later promoted to lieutenant and in 2019 he was assigned to Cadet Corps Branch, where he was responsible for the organization, policy, education, recruitment, and development of over 100 young cadets and staff.
Upon his promotion to captain, Jones was appointed as the commanding officer of the School Safety Division. As the commanding officer, Captain Jones worked with agency partners, stakeholders, schools, and community leaders to ensure robust measures were implemented for student safety at school and during their travels to and from school. In the summer of 2021, Captain Jones also led a Summer Crime Initiative area, where he focused on building partnerships with residents, community stakeholders and other government agencies. Captain Jones focused intensely on connecting community members with jobs, services, and domestic violence resources. Captain Jones has assisted in the creation and implementation of several training initiatives for officers through the Metropolitan Police Academy.
Captain Jones holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Walden University, a Master of Professional Studies degree in Security and Safety Leadership from George Washington University, and a Master of Arts degree in Homeland Security from the Naval Post Graduate School. Additionally, Captain Jones completed the District’s Department of Human Resources’ Certified Public Manager program obtaining certificates in Strategic Project Management, Leadership, and Municipal Government from George Washington University. Captain Jones is a devoted family man and loves spending quality time with his wife and four kids.