Jordan's Story

Jordan was born and raised in Blount County, where his family's roots run deep. He and his wife, Whitney, are raising their son Jackson, who proudly represents the fourth generation to call Blount County home, and is the sixth generation to live in East Tennessee dating back to 1786.

Jordan has dedicated his life to service. He is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a medically retired police officer, and now serves the community as a high school Criminal Justice teacher.

Jordan is a Christian and an active member of Foothills Church. He currently serves in the youth ministry and has also volunteered in the church's care and prayer ministry.

Guided by faith, family, service, and conservative values, Jordan is committed to preserving Blount County as a special place to live, work, relax, and raise a family— not just for today, but for generations to come.

Operation Iraqi Freedom

The day after graduating high school, Jordan was in the military recruiter's office, ready to serve his country. At just 17 years old, he enlisted in the the Tennessee Air National Guard, with his mother co-signing the the enlistment paperwork.

Jordan went on to serve nearly a decade with the 134th Security Forces Squadron at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard base. In 2010, he deployed to Baghdad, Iraq where his mission focused on airbase defense during Operation Iraqi Freedom. This experience strenghthened his commitment to duty, sacrifice and protecting the freedoms that we hold dear.

Knoxville Police Department

From the time he was a young boy, Jordan knew he wanted to serve others by becoming a police officer. After earning his bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, he joined the Knoxville Police Department in 2014. Following the academy, his first assignment was on uniformed patrol in East Knoxville, working the evening shift.

After several high-profile murders shook the community, Jordan was assigned to a specialized gang task force. He spent the remainder of his career focusing on gang enforcement, violent fugitive apprehension, and supporting countless investigations into violent crimes. His work regularly brought him into collaboration with federal partners including the FBI, ATF, and the U.S. Marshals Service.

In 2016, Jordan was seriously injured in an on-duty car accident while responding to a shooting. The injuries he sustained ultimately led to his medical retirement from police service in 2021, but his dedication to public service has remained a guiding force in his life.

In the Classroom

After his medical retirement from police work, Jordan still felt called to serve his community. He transitioned to teaching Criminal Justice through the Career and Technical Education program at a local high school. To date, more than 400 students have come through his classroom, with several going on to pursue careers in law enforcement and public safety.

Jordan sees teaching as more than a job; it's an opportunity to mentor young people just as others once invested in him. He continues to support and encourage his students even after graduation.

Jordan is also heavily involved in the life of the school beyond the classroom. You'll often find him cheering at football games, other athletic events, and attending student performances and plays. He also helps sponsor clubs such as the Criminal Justice Club, Skills USA, Pep Club, and the Chic-fil-A Leadership Academy. Through teaching and mentorship, Jordan continues to shape the next generation of leaders.