Highly effective law enforcement professional with exemplary skills in professionalism and interpersonal relations. Responsive and enthusiastic with service-minded demeanor. Demonstrated expertise in Investigations and Law Enforcement Instruction.
Skills
Investigative skills
High level of integrity
Law enforcement background
Crime investigation discovery
Crime prevention methods
Criminal law knowledge
Evidence collection
Evidence preservation
Witness communication
Defensive tactics
Education and Training
American Public University SystemCharles Town, WVExpected in 02/2022 – –Master of Science:Public Administration - GPA:
American Public University SystemCharles Town, WVExpected in 02/2019 – –Bachelor of Science:Criminal Justice - GPA:
Certifications
Multitude of law enforcement certifications, over 5,000 training hours, certified as:
-Jail Officer
-Law Enforcement Officer
-Fielding Training Officer (FTO)
-Senior Deputy
-Investigator
-Narcotics Investigations
-Law Enforcement (L.E.) Instructor
-L.E. Firearms Instructor
-L.E. Defensive Tactics Instructor
-L.E. Baton Instructor
-Civilian Self Defense Instructor
-Senior Instructor, Peace Officer Standards and Training
Experience
Whitesburg Police Department - Captain/Deputy Chief City, STATE, 10/2021 - Current
Developed and enforced department procedures, rules and tactics.
Oversaw police staff certification and training on current law enforcement techniques and procedures.
Formulated and managed professional development and leadership training programs.
Attended conferences and training sessions to remain updated on law enforcement and police department oversight.
Conducted employee evaluations to assess and document performance.
Supported recruitment, interviewing and hiring process to attract qualified police force.
Villa Rica Police Department - Detective/Drug Agent City, STATE, 09/2016 - 10/2021
Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously.
Enforced drug-related laws, serving warrants, apprehending suspects and assisting prosecution.
Developed confidential sources to perform undercover investigations.
Testified in court using evidence compiled to apprehend criminals.
Conducted follow-up investigations for felony narcotics arrests.
Performed undercover work and organized operational plans.
Tracked information from patrol officers, community members and confidential informants.
Implemented physical surveillance activities and managed informants.
Collaborated with agents, businesses and organizations to identify drug trafficking routes and dealers.
Completed routine police reports after conducting investigations.
Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
Worked in undercover capacity to investigate drug activities resulting in multiple arrests.
Disseminated information concerning drug prevention to community.
Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
Explored prescription drug fraud and forgeries leads.
Adhered to agency standards and legal requirements when installing cameras and recording devices.
Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
Attended autopsies and took detailed notes on information relevant to case investigations.
Communicated information on proper procedures, judicial processes and successful strategies for criminal investigations.
Processed crime scenes and collected substantial evidence to support court cases.
Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
Successfully processed hundreds of tips, receiving information and initiating investigation for speedy resolution.
Liaised with legal staff, District Attorney's office and other federal law enforcement agencies to achieve favorable outcomes.
Carroll County Sheriff's Office - Criminal Investigator/Drug Agent City, STATE, 06/1999 - 09/2016
Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
Cordoned off scenes to protect evidence and prevent unauthorized access.
Investigated felony-level person crimes in support of district attorney prosecution cases.
Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
Maintained organized records of all information and material pertinent to open investigations.
Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
Completed comprehensive face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors and employers to generate reports to document investigative findings.
Maintained detailed case log of all cases assigned to monitor progress and completion.
Ran background checks of individuals to obtain data on character, financial status and personal history.
Developed case plans and conducted comprehensive investigation tactics to obtain necessary evidence.
Analyzed and evaluated information to determine appropriate course of criminal prosecution.
Conducted safe and legal inspections and searches of property, vehicles and items.
Referred cases for potential prosecution to District Attorney's office.
Wrote accurate and timely reports regarding emergency response calls.
Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance on individuals being investigated.
Investigated homicides and suspicious deaths to effectively pursue resolution.
Trained subordinate officers on investigative techniques and results-driven intelligence operations.
University Of West Georgia Police - Police Sergeant, Patrol City, STATE, 10/1992 - 06/1999
Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
Provided management and support to team of five officers, reducing process gaps and promoting productivity.
Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
Patrolled assigned areas to respond to campus calls and investigate disturbances.
Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
Supervised crowds at busy events and provided security services to prevent injuries.
Coordinated routine evaluations with local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
Oversaw shift with five + personnel.
Accomplishments
-30+ years of certified law enforcement service
-Numerous meritorious awards and recognitions by community entities and employing agencies
-Elected Chairman of community service coalition for 12 years
-Selected three separate times by an employing agency to serve as a Narcotics Agent with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation
-Over 5,000 training hours achieved as a student
-Certified Senior POST Instructor
-Specialized Instructor for Firearms, Defensive Tactics, Batons, Simunitions, and Civilian Self Defense Techniques
Activities and Honors
-Member and Officer of Carroll Lodge #69 F&AM
-Accepted two memberships with Honor Societies while enrolled for graduate degree
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