Al Farrish
Hazlehurst,MS
Summary
Resourceful Deputy Chief dedicated to maintaining order and public safety. Expertise in evaluating and motivating personnel and establishing goals and objectives for department. Vigilant and candid professional with 31 years of experience providing protection, security and safety to citizens in Hazlehurst, MS.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Chief of Police
Hazlehurst Police Department
11.2022 - Current
- Rewrote and updated comprehensive department policies and procedures.
- Evaluated complaint and emergency request information to determine response requirements.
- Established new police training programs to address training needs for terrorism response, active shooter response and de-escalation of use of force.
- Recommended and prepared long-range plans for police service programs by developing specific proposals for action on current and future needs.
Assistant Chief of Police
Hazlehurst Police Department
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Enhanced emergency preparedness procedures, commanding oversight and maintenance of tactical plans, equipment and weapons.
- Conducted investigations to identify suspicious activities, violations of policies and regulations and potential threats.
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures and systems to protect personnel, property and data.
Police Investigator
Hazlehurst Police Department
03.2011 - 01.2020
- Verified compliance with codes and documented findings.
- Gave official testimony in grand jury, administrative and open court hearings.
- Received, analyzed and responded to less complex allegations of misconduct.
- Produced comprehensive investigative reports and official correspondence for criminal prosecution.
Patrol Officer
Hazlehurst Police Department
12.2007 - 03.2011
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Police Investigator
Vicksburg Police Department
01.1996 - 02.2002
- Verified compliance with codes and documented findings.
- Gave official testimony in grand jury, administrative and open court hearings.
- Received, analyzed and responded to less complex allegations of misconduct.
- Produced comprehensive investigative reports and official correspondence for criminal prosecution.
Patrol Officer
Vicksburg Police Department
06.1994 - 01.1996
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Patrol Officer
Hazlehurst Police Department
01.1992 - 06.1994
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05.1991
Skills
- Enforcing Laws
- Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System (IAFIS)
- Law Enforcement Programs
- Case Documentation
- Police Management
- Community Relations
- Officer Training
- Court Hearings
Timeline
Deputy Chief of Police
Hazlehurst Police Department
11.2022 - Current
Assistant Chief of Police
Hazlehurst Police Department
01.2020 - 11.2022
Police Investigator
Hazlehurst Police Department
03.2011 - 01.2020
Patrol Officer
Hazlehurst Police Department
12.2007 - 03.2011
Police Investigator
Vicksburg Police Department
01.1996 - 02.2002
Patrol Officer
Vicksburg Police Department
06.1994 - 01.1996
Patrol Officer
Hazlehurst Police Department
01.1992 - 06.1994
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hinds Community College
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