Corbett Falls

About Corbett Falls

With over 25 years in public service, I have dedicated my career to fostering stronger, more efficient organizations while enhancing public safety and employee relations. My journey has included serving as a County Sheriff and Deputy City Manager, where I oversaw Police, Fire, Emergency Management, and Human Resources. These roles provided me with deep insights into organizational dynamics, crisis management, and policy implementation. In 2017, I founded **21st Century Management Solutions** after years of research into public safety policies and best practices. My mission is to help organizations navigate complex challenges, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen employee relationships. I specialize in managing high-stakes personnel matters, leading sensitive investigations, and consulting on grievances, arbitrations, and risk management. My approach is rooted in a commitment to continuous improvement and strategic problem-solving. My educational background includes a master\'s degree in Organizational Management, doctoral coursework in General Business (ABD), and executive education at the **Harvard Kennedy School**. I am also a trained mediator and a workplace investigator holding a certificate through the **Association of Workplace Investigators**. I am passionate about helping organizations build resilient, high-performing teams. If you\'re looking for innovative solutions to leadership, risk, or personnel challenges, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Program Lead - Criminal Justice Faculty Chair

   Warner Pacific University

   Jan 2025 — Present · Portland, OR, US

Education

• University of Virginia

  Graduate Certificate

  2010

• The University of Montana

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  1992 — 1997

• Northcentral University

  Doctorate Program (ABD)

• Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education

  Executives in State and Local Government

  2022

• University of Phoenix

  Master of Arts (M.A.)

  2002 — 2003