Terry Green

Terry Green became the chief of the State Capitol Police in November 2024, five years after joining the force as deputy chief. Prior to joining State Capitol Police, Green served with the Wake County Sheriff’s Office for more than 29 years. While there, Green progressed through the ranks as sergeant, lieutenant, captain and major before retiring as chief of staff. In addition to his many years of law enforcement service, Green retired from the U.S. Army Reserves with the rank of sergeant major.

Green holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. He is also a graduate of North Carolina State University's Administrative Officer Management Program and of the Executive Leadership Development Program from the UNC Kenan-Flager Business School.