Major Silas Phipps Jr. is a dynamic leader who has significantly impacted the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office as the director of the Compliance & Accountability Bureau (CAB). With over 16 years of experience in law enforcement, Maj. Phipps has been instrumental in steering the agency toward meaningful reform, particularly in addressing the issues that led to a decade-long federal consent decree. Under his leadership, the CAB has implemented comprehensive reforms that have markedly improved conditions and treatment within the Orleans Parish Jail. 

Maj. Phipps has achieved significant milestones through his strategic vision and collaborative efforts, including successfully implementing corrective action plans across all units responsible for consent judgment areas. His dedication to professional development is evident in the training initiatives he has led, such as creating a new 50-hour in-service course for all commissioned staff and organizing external training sessions focused on reducing liability and enhancing investigative skills. 

Motivated by his desire to serve as a positive role model and to bring about change within his community, Maj. Phipps is dedicated to building trust and accountability in law enforcement. His journey from a difficult upbringing in New Orleans—including a brush with the law—to a critical leadership position within the sheriff's office demonstrates resilience and unwavering commitment.  

Maj. Phipps is not only a leader in his professional role but also an active community member. He shares his personal experiences to inspire youth and to impart lessons on overcoming adversity. His contributions have transformed the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office and set a new standard of excellence within the law enforcement community. 

“I am driven by the aspiration to catalyze positive change in the community and reshape perceptions of law enforcement.”