Dean Butler

Dean Butler serves as an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Tiffin University, bringing extensive real-world experience to academia after retiring from 26 years of combined service in the U.S. Air Force, Ohio Army National Guard, and Ohio Air National Guard, alongside 27 years in law enforcement (23 years as a Lieutenant in the Perrysburg Police Division and 4 years with the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office).

His educational foundation includes:

• M.S. in Justice Administration from Tiffin University
• Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Justice Administration from Tiffin University
• Supervisor Training & Education Program (STEP)
• Police Executive Leadership College (PELC)

Dean Butler's research and teaching focus on practical applications within criminal justice systems, emphasizing law enforcement leadership, police supervision, and the integration of military discipline into justice administration. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with frontline operational experience, particularly in executive training for law enforcement professionals.

No scientific awards, research grants, or student advisement details were referenced in the source material. His current role involves translating decades of field experience into academic instruction without mention of dedicated labs, research teams, or ongoing projects beyond classroom teaching.