Webster Parish Sheriff Jason Parker has been unanimously elected by his fellow Louisiana sheriffs to serve as Sergeant-at-Arms on the Executive Board of the Louisiana Sheriff’s Association (LSA).
His election marks the first time in the association’s history that a sheriff from Webster Parish has been selected to serve in a leadership capacity.
The Executive Board is composed of elected sheriffs from across the state and plays a vital role in shaping policy, advising on public safety challenges and advancing the mission of law enforcement across the state.
Traditionally, board members progress through each officer position on the board with the opportunity to serve as LSA President in four years.
“I thank my fellow sheriffs for their confidence and pledge to work along side each of them in addressing the ongoing needs and challenges that face our offices,” Parker said during his remarks at the association’s annual LSA Conference.
“Whether it’s staffing, equipment or the evolving nature of crime in our communities, I remain committed to being accessible and responsive to the concerns of sheriffs across Louisiana”
In his role, Sheriff Parker will assist in advising the LSA board on matters ranging from budgeting and equipment needs to operational and legislative concerns to ensure Louisiana’s 64 sheriff’s offices continue to serve their communities safely and effectively.
Sheriff Parker expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in this new statewide role, but affirmed that his top priority remains serving the citizens of Webster Parish.
“The citizens of Webster Parish will always come first. I continue to be the boots on the ground, and this leadership position will not take away from my day-to-day responsibilities here at home,” he said. “Our office will continue to operate as we always have, with transparency, service and safety as our guiding principles.”
Sheriff Parker also noted his state leadership role would be good for Webster Parish and the region.
“It’s an honor to serve this statewide organization, but it’s also a great opportunity for our parish,” he said. “This role brings greater recognition to Webster Parish and ensures that the voices of north Louisiana are heard when critical issues are being discussed in Baton Rouge.”