Adam Lauwers
Billings,MT
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office
Billings, MT
09.2013 - Current
- Supervised daily patrol operations, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, compiling evidence and preparing detailed reports.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on tactical responses and community engagement techniques.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance public safety initiatives and emergency response protocols.
- Implemented training programs focused on conflict resolution and crisis management for law enforcement personnel.
- Evaluated officer performance through regular assessments and feedback sessions, fostering professional development.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on proper police procedures and promoting professional growth.
- Evaluated officer performance during shifts, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
Tobacco Inspector
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Billings, MT
04.2025 - Current
- Conduct thorough inspections of tobacco sales sites license, advertisements and products to ensure compliance with Federal regulations.
- Ensured compliance of sales, by conducting underage buys. Escorting under 21 age individuals into sales sites to attempt purchases.
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
Detention Officer
Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office
Billings, MT
05.2006 - 08.2013
- Enforced security protocols to maintain safety within correctional facility.
- Conducted inmate assessments to identify needs and manage behaviors effectively.
- Monitored daily activities, ensuring compliance with facility regulations and standards.
- Supervised inmate interactions, fostering a secure and orderly environment.
- Trained new officers on operational procedures and emergency response protocols.
- Developed incident reports detailing events for review by supervisory staff.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
Education
Law Enforcement Basic -
Montana Law Enforcement Academy
Billings, MT2014
Corrections/Detention Basic -
Montana Law Enforcement Academy
Helena, MT2007
High School Diploma -
Billings West High
Billings, MT05.2001
Skills
- Quality control
- Visual inspections
- Inspection reporting
- Training and mentoring
- De-escalation techniques
- Community policing
- Investigative skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Tobacco Inspector
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
04.2025 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office
09.2013 - Current
Detention Officer
Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office
05.2006 - 08.2013
Law Enforcement Basic -
Montana Law Enforcement Academy
Corrections/Detention Basic -
Montana Law Enforcement Academy
High School Diploma -
Billings West High