Instructor: James Sutterby

No image available Biography: Jim Sutterby is a Captain with the Overland Park Police Department. Jim has been with the Overland Park Police for over 29 years and has served in many areas. Jim is currently assigned to the Criminal Investigations Division and helps oversee the 'department's Chaplains Unit. In 2017 Jim attended and graduated from the FBI National Academy - Session 268. Jim is currently working on finishing his bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Oklahoma. Jim is married to Deanna and recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. Jim and Deanna have three adult children who are married. They also have two grandchildren, Timmy, and Lydia, who are five months old. Jim has a heart for serving the Lord Jesus Christ and for public safety personnel. Jim serves in many areas outside of his normal job. Jim is an Elder at Fellowship Bible Church in Gardner, Kansas. He also serves as a board member for Midwest 'Chaplain's Network. Jim is in the process to join Billy 'Graham's Rapid Response Team as a volunteer chaplain. As a part of Midwest 'Chaplain's Network, he helps coordinate an annual law enforcement marriage conference in Lenexa, Kansas. Jim is a member of several professional associations to include Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers, FBI National Academy Associates, and International Association of Chiefs of Police.

Classes by this instructor


Mindfulness Techniques in Public Safety
This course will introduce officers to methods which allow the officer to consistently monitor their state of mind, interpret their emotions and control their responses to the effects of stress and conflict. Through lecture, demonstration and hands on exercises the students will explore practices that have positive benefits in terms of resilience and overall wellness to both their on-duty performance and personal lives.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Wichita Sedgwick County Law Enforcement Training Center