Colonel Ruth Stringer began her tenure in January 2021with the Henry County Sheriff�s Office as a Major but was quickly promoted to her current position as Colonel, Commander of Court Operations. Colonel Stringer began her law enforcement career as a Detention Officer 31 years ago. She has served as a supervisor in the Jail Division, Human Resources, Office of Professional Standards, Training Background and Recruitment and held the position of Interim Sheriff of the DeKalb County Sheriff�s Office. Colonel Stringer has many certifications and awards to her credit. Her decorations include the Medal of Valor, the Lifesaving award, recipient of the Marine�s good conduct medal,  named the Officer of the year by the DeKalb County Bar Association and received  a proclamation naming October 13, 2009, as Ruth Stringer Day in DeKalb County. Colonel Stringer is a Certified Life Coach and Certified Voice Stress Examiner. She served 4 years in the United States Marine Corps. Colonel Stringer holds a Degree in Liberal Arts from Essex College, A Professional Management and Supervision Certification from Georgia Law Enforcement Command College, Threat Assessment and Management Certification from US Department of Homeland Security.