Mr. Herman grew up in the Toledo, Ohio metropolitan area.  After graduating from high school he served 4 years of active duty in the United States Marine Corp.  He began his career in local municipal government as a police officer in 1984.  He served as a police officer in two suburban cities rising to the rank of Chief of Police.  He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from The University of Toledo.

In February 2008 he was appointed as Chief of Police of the White House Police Department.  He was promoted to City Administrator of the City of White House in March of 2012.  His responsibilities include managing the city budget, reporting to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, attending and participating in local and regional boards, and the supervision of nine departments with over 140 full-time employees.    

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