Robert Charette Email & Phone Number

Chief Deputy United States Marshal in the District of Rhode Island with over 28 years of law enforcement experience well versed in managing personnel, establishing/maintaining external stakeholder relationships, conflict mediation and resolution, initiating and coordinating high-level investigations, critical incident response and crisis management, policy/procedure compliance, conducting risk assessments, developing strategic plans, creating/implementing SOPs, staff training and development, and budget management/resource control. Security specialist who oversees the physical safety components and infrastructure of three federal buildings. Creates/coordinates planning, training, and practical exercises (Continuity of Operations Plan, Active Shooter/Active Threat Training, Emergency Evacuation Plan) to ensure the safety of the hundreds of tenants employed within these federal buildings to include Federal First Circuit Court of Appeals Judges, Federal District Court Judges, Federal Bankruptcy Judges and a United States Senator. Led the United States Marshals Service (USMS) office in Rhode Island through challenging environments (COVID-19, social justice demonstrations of 2020) and through challenging moments (line-of-duty death of a USMS law enforcement employee, deputy U.S. marshal involved shooting resulting in death of a fugitive). Personal protection specialist having provided physical security throughout the world to to numerous VIPs. Lead investigator in the capture and arrest of the only United States Marshals Service Top 15 Most Wanted Fugitive in the 235-year history of the District of Rhode Island. Recipient of the Department of Justice Law Enforcement Public Service Award in 2010. Achieved and maintained a U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance.