Aaron Petrie
South Hill,VA
Summary
Accomplished Police Corporal with extensive experience at South Hill Police Department. Expertise in community policing, conflict de-escalation, and evidence handling ensures integrity in investigations and courtroom testimony. Proven ability to enhance public relations through innovative community engagement programs, fostering trust within diverse populations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Corporal
South Hill Police Department
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily activities of patrol officers to ensure adherence to departmental policies.
- Developed and implemented community engagement programs to enhance public relations.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses for case resolution.
- Collaborated with local agencies to coordinate response efforts during emergency situations.
- Provided mentorship and training to junior officers, fostering professional development within the team.
- Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings while testifying under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
Police Officer
South Hill Police Department
06.2021 - 01.2025
- Enhanced public safety by enforcing local laws and regulations effectively.
- Conducted thorough incident investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Promoted crime prevention by collaborating with community organizations strategically.
- Resolved public safety issues by promptly responding to emergency calls.
- Documented incidents meticulously through detailed reports on actions and outcomes.
- Fostered trust with community via excellent communication with diverse populations.
Tire and Lube Express Technician
Walmart
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Ensured safety standards by efficiently installing and rotating tires.
- Enhanced team performance by training new technicians on service procedures.
- Reduced lube change service time by implementing best practices and maintaining quality.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely and detail-oriented tire and lube services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA08-2020
Associate of Science - General Studies
Germanna Community College
Fredericksburg, VA05-2018
Skills
- Traffic enforcement
- Physical fitness
- Mental resilience
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Courtroom testimony
- Community policing
- Community relations
- Intelligence gathering
- Radar speed measurement
- Conflict de-escalation
Accomplishments
- Southside Va Community College Officer of the year 2024
- South Hill Police Department Officer of the Quarter (July 2024)
Certification
- Field Training Officer
- Speed Measurement Instructor
- Pepperball Instructor
- General Instructor
Timeline
Police Corporal
South Hill Police Department
01.2025 - Current
Police Officer
South Hill Police Department
06.2021 - 01.2025
Tire and Lube Express Technician
Walmart
10.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Virginia Tech
Associate of Science - General Studies
Germanna Community College