Dustin Glass

Dustin Glass is a veteran law enforcement professional with nearly two decades of service, specializing in criminal investigations, tactical operations, and police instruction. Currently serving as a Sergeant with the Perrysburg Township Police Department, he is assigned as the School Resource Officer at Penta Career Center, where he combines community engagement, youth mentorship, and public safety leadership.

Professional Experience

Perrysburg Township Police Department – Perrysburg, Ohio (2011–Present)
Sergeant / School Resource Officer

Oversees safety and security operations at Penta Career Center, fostering positive relationships between law enforcement, staff, and students.
Former Detective specializing in complex criminal investigations, including digital forensics, property crimes, and financial offenses.
Appointed Task Force Officer with the United States Secret Service, assisting in federal-level investigations involving cyber and financial crimes.
Served on the Wood County Regional Special Response Team (SRT) for seven years as both an Operator and Team Leader, gaining extensive experience in high-risk operations and tactical command.

Dayton Police Department – Dayton, Ohio (2007–2011)
Patrol Officer

Conducted patrol operations in high-activity areas, emphasizing proactive policing, community engagement, and investigative follow-up.
Graduated from the Dayton Police Academy in 2007.

Instructional Experience

Ohio Tactical Officers Association (OTOA)
RED Team Cadre Instructor

Provides advanced tactical training to officers across Ohio.
Specializes in instruction related to team movement, operational planning, and tactical leadership.

Owens Community College – Owens Police Academy
Law Enforcement Instructor

Teaches OPOTA-certified courses focused on law enforcement fundamentals, tactics, and legal standards.
Mentors recruits and provides instruction emphasizing safety, professionalism, and critical thinking.

University of Toledo – Department of Criminal Justice (Former Adjunct Professor, 6 years)

Developed and taught courses in Introduction to Policing and Cybercrime & Digital Forensics.
Integrated real-world law enforcement experience into academic instruction to prepare students for professional success.

Education

Master of Science, Criminal Justice – University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice – University of Toledo
Graduate, Dayton Police Academy (2007)

Areas of Expertise

Criminal Investigations and Federal Task Force Operations
Tactical Team Leadership and SWAT Operations
Police and Academic Instruction
Cybercrime and Digital Forensics
School Resource Policing and Community Engagement

Leadership and Instructional Contributions

Through his combined experience in tactical operations, investigations, and academic teaching, Dustin has built a reputation for professionalism and excellence in both the field and classroom. His work with the OTOA and multiple academic institutions has shaped the next generation of law enforcement professionals while advancing training standards across Ohio.

Legacy