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POLICE OFFICER
Professional Summary

Been a youth football coach and mentor since 1995. Coached Columbus inner city youth for 15yrs. Been a Junior High School football coach for 7yrs. Enjoys mentoring and uplifting youth in order to promote growth amongst youth.

Energetic football Coach versed in training and development strategies to transform athlete performance. Well-developed communication and problem-solving abilities with eye for detail and highly creative style.

Effective Coach bringing 22 years of experience guiding, mentoring and developing student athletes. Driven and high-achieving with award-winning career history in sports. Passionate about mentoring junior athletes to build sustainable training habits, supporting healthy lifestyles.

Motivational football Coach enthusiastic about working with student-athletes to teach core sports principles, teamwork and lifelong strategies for success. Pursuing coaching and recruiting role with progressive organization. Collaborative, passionate, motivating leader in sport officially commended by colleagues for ingenuity and high professionalism.

Skills
  • Evidence collection protocols
  • Civil laws
  • Emergency planning
  • Crime trend analysis
  • Criminal laws
  • Special Task Forces
  • Search and Seizure Procedures
  • Safety and Security
  • Interrogation Techniques
  • Criminal Law Knowledge
  • Domestic Violence Prevention
  • Civil Law Knowledge
  • Team Leadership
  • Traffic Laws
  • Safety Improvements
  • Community-Oriented Policing
  • Investigations Experience
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Defensive tactics training
  • Relationship building and management
  • Crime Prevention
  • Probation and parole knowledge
  • Surveillance
  • Court preparation
  • Court testimony
  • Report writing
  • Crisis intervention and deescalation
Work History
Police Officer, 07/2006 to Current
Columbus Police Division – Columbus, Ohio
  • Translated command mandates into actionable policies for frontline officers and detectives.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Reported deficientstreetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
  • Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information, including physical and written information.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of important considerations such as properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community leaders and families, to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Executed operational protocols for criminal and non-criminal violations, resulting in arrest and prosecution.
  • Checked all vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
  • Sorted, organized and eliminated tips on daily basis to keep open investigations moving forward.
  • Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
  • Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture felony offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
Federal Law Enforcement Officer, 05/2002 to 07/2006
U.S Marshal Service/ Federal Task Force – Columbus , Ohio

Conducted investigation of federal crimes.

Conducted search warrants of suspected felony crimes.

Conducted arrest of wanted persons with felony warrants. Conducted plain clothes surveillance on suspects and location linked to felony crimes and felony warrants.

Conducted background investigations of wanted felons.

Parole Officer, 06/2000 to 05/2006
State Of Ohio Parole Authority – Columbus, Ohio
  • Counseled over 500 offenders on problem-solving and crisis resolution to develop strategies for goal attainment.
  • Completed criminal risk assessments to determine level of supervision suited for each offender, using algorithms to determine risks.
  • Oversaw activities to monitor offender compliance with conditions of supervision, including alcohol testing and drug testing.
  • Conducted clemency hearing criminal background investigations and prepared reports for parole boards, using FBI clearance servers.
  • Coordinated halfway house release and re-entry services to facilitate seamless transition of offenders from institutions to community.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
  • Referred families to shelters, legal resources and educational programs.
  • Spoke with community organizations to boost outreach and highlight programs successes.
Correctional Officer, 01/1998 to 06/2000
Ohio Department Of Corrections – Columbus, Ohio
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
  • Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
  • Investigated attempted escapes and conducted searches for escaped inmates.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
  • Directed activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects.
Education
High School DiplomaLinden McKinley High School - Columbus, Ohio
Associate of Science: Law EnforcementColumbus State Community College - Columbus, OH
Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice AdministrationColumbia Southern University - Orange Beach, AL
Accomplishments

Was awarded 2 Distinguish Medals, 2 Special Accommodations, 3 Medal of Merit and several Chief recognitions.

Awarded appreciation award from working with the H.I.D.T.A task with a long term narcotics investigation with 41 felony arrest.

Awarded appreciation award from OSP joint Task force for working a long term narcotics and theft investigation.

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Columbus Police Division
  • U.S Marshal Service/ Federal Task Force
  • State Of Ohio Parole Authority
  • Ohio Department Of Corrections

School Attended

  • Linden McKinley High School
  • Columbus State Community College
  • Columbia Southern University

Job Titles Held:

  • Police Officer
  • Federal Law Enforcement Officer
  • Parole Officer
  • Correctional Officer

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Associate of Science : Law Enforcement
    Bachelor of Science : Criminal Justice Administration

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