Africa Mingo
Tucker,GA
Summary
Hardworking and reliable individual. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to remain calm and diffuse tense situations. Knowledge of police procedures, laws, and local ordinances. Sensitive and empathetic to the problems of others. Can properly secure and process a crime scene. Have a great understanding of traffic laws and ability to direct traffic. Ability to keep and organize records with appropriate detail. Skilled in the use and care of firearms. Certified in CPR and first aid. Interact well with the public and community. Ability to obtain and maintain security clearances.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective (Police Athletic League)
Dekalb County Police Department
Tucker , GA
05.2023 - Current
- Establish outreach initiatives for youth and the general public, integrating sports and education programs.
- Engage in collaboration with nearby schools to foster mentorship opportunities.
- Assist our young individuals in securing employment opportunities.
- Attended conferences, seminars, workshops and other events related to community development.
- Researched potential grant opportunities related to the organization's mission statement.
- Collaborated with colleagues across departments on special projects aimed at furthering progress towards organizational goals.
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions between mentees, families and the department.
- Collaborate with non-profit organizations to support families within the county by providing essential services such as food, clothing, and housing.
Community Policing Officer
Dekalb County Police Department
Tucker, GA
11.2020 - 05.2023
- Organized community events aimed at reducing crime rates and promoting positive relationships between police officers and citizens.
- Foster relationships with local businesses, churches and schools to assist or community.
- Participated in special projects such as youth outreach programs or neighborhood watch groups.
- Creates/maintains positive public relations with the general public; and provides education and information to the public on laws, law enforcement, crime prevention, drug abuse, and related issues.
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Dekalb County Police Department
Tucker , GA
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Interacted with members of the public while on patrol or responding to calls.
- Attended court hearings related to cases under investigation.
- Responded to emergency calls involving disturbances, robberies, domestic disputes.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
- Attends training sessions as required to gain skills and knowledge regarding department operations, job performance, and policies, procedures, codes, and criminal/civil case law; reads professional literature and training materials; completes tests and skills assessments; and obtains and maintains professional affiliations.
Community Ambassador
Nike
New York, NY
03.2016 - 11.2018
- Conducted outreach to local businesses, organizations and community members to increase awareness of the organization's mission.
- Provided support for public events, such as festivals and workshops, by helping to coordinate volunteers and activities.
- Assisted in creating informational materials about the organization's services and programs.
- Serve as a product knowledge resource for consumers and entry level associates. Seek educational opportunities to develop advanced level or specialized knowledge about selling, Nike products and culture, sales and service techniques
- Assist Leads, Senior Associates, and Managers in training entry level associates.
- Assist with loss prevention efforts by providing proactive customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida Memorial University
Opa-locka, FL12-2021
Skills
- Firearms Knowledge
- Report Writing
- Community Policing
- Crime Solving
- Evidence Collection
- Motivational Interviewing
- Mental Health Training
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Community Engagement
- Cultural Awareness
- Defensive Driving Training
- Domestic Violence Prevention
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Evidence Collection and Evaluation
- Conflict Resolution Tactics
- Data Collection
- Event Coordination
- Partnership Development
- Community Outreach
Accomplishments
- 2022 One Powerhouse "Public Service Recognition Award"
- 2022 Dekalb County Government "Star Award"
- 2023 Greater Atlanta of ASIS Award "Positive Policing Award "
Timeline
Detective (Police Athletic League)
Dekalb County Police Department
05.2023 - Current
Community Policing Officer
Dekalb County Police Department
11.2020 - 05.2023
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Dekalb County Police Department
11.2018 - 11.2020
Community Ambassador
Nike
03.2016 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida Memorial University