Allen Reams
Perry
Summary
Detail-oriented investigator with experience in criminal investigations. Known for ethical conduct and collaboration with law enforcement agencies, driving improved case resolution rates. Prepared to utilize advanced interviewing and evidence collection techniques to support justice initiatives.
Professional with a strong background in investigative work, adept at gathering and analyzing information to uncover key insights. Known for collaborative teamwork and reliability, consistently adapting to evolving requirements to achieve desired outcomes. Skilled in critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication, ensuring thorough and accurate investigations.
Experienced with meticulous evidence collection, analysis, and case resolution. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving to uncover essential information in investigations. Track record of maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with care.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.
Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Hardworking with insight and experience in investigations. Advanced training in firearms, tasers, and specialized law enforcement equipment. History working alongside uniformed law enforcement, court officials, and prosecutors on criminal cases.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Investigator
Taylor County Sheriff's Office
Taylor County Florida
06.2020 - Current
- Conducted thorough investigations into criminal cases, gathering evidence and witness statements.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to enhance investigative strategies and information sharing.
- Analyzed case files and reports to identify patterns and leads for ongoing investigations.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new investigators on best practices and procedural compliance.
- Presented findings to court officials, ensuring clarity and accuracy of evidence in legal proceedings.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
- Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
- Maintain a professional tone.
- Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing effective interviewing techniques.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Conducted impartial investigations into complaints by employees.
Deputy Sheriff Patrol Sergeant
Taylor County Sheriff's Office
Perry, FL
06.2020 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to law enforcement protocols.
- Conducted investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses for case preparation.
- Developed training programs for new deputies, fostering skill development and operational readiness.
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives to enhance public safety awareness and engagement.
- Mentored junior staff, providing guidance on complex cases and departmental policies.
- Collaborated with local agencies to address cross-jurisdictional issues impacting community safety.
- Promoted a positive work environment within the department by recognizing individual achievements and fostering camaraderie among team members.
- Provided leadership during high-stress situations, guiding team members through critical incidents while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Led successful drug interdiction operations that resulted in significant seizures of illegal substances from circulation within the community.
- Managed daily shift operations efficiently, coordinating staff assignments and overseeing the completion of all required tasks.
Deputy Sheriff
Taylor County Sheriff's Office
Perry, FL
06.2020 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and community order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Collaborated with local agencies to coordinate crime prevention initiatives and community outreach programs.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, assessing situations and providing necessary assistance.
- Trained new deputies in departmental protocols, enhancing team efficiency and performance standards.
- Analyzed crime trends to inform proactive policing strategies, reducing incidents in targeted areas.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
Correctional Officer Lieutenant
Taylor Correctional Institution
Perry, FL
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with institutional policies and safety protocols.
- Led training programs for new correctional officers, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented security procedures to mitigate risks and maintain safety within the institution.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities and equipment, ensuring adherence to maintenance standards.
- Coordinated incident response efforts, managing crisis situations effectively while maintaining order.
- Collaborated with external agencies during audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Reduced inmate altercations through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
- Oversaw the timely completion of administrative tasks such as report writing, incident documentation, and record-keeping processes.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while supervising officer teams responsible for maintaining order within assigned housing units or program areas.
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Taylor Correctional Institution
Perry, FL
10.2015 - 06.2019
- Supervised daily operations and staff activities to ensure adherence to institutional policies.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities and inmate living areas to maintain safety standards.
- Managed incident reports and documentation, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Trained new correctional officers on procedures, protocols, and emergency response techniques.
- Implemented security measures that improved overall facility safety and reduced incidents of violence.
- Maintained order within the facility by enforcing institutional rules and regulations consistently.
- Effectively managed high-stress situations while maintaining professionalism, demonstrating strong leadership skills under pressure.
Correctional Officer
Taylor Correctional Institution
Perry, FL
11.2006 - 10.2015
- Supervised daily inmate activities to ensure safety and compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of living quarters and common areas to identify potential security risks.
- Implemented emergency response protocols during incidents, maintaining order and protecting staff and inmates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop rehabilitation programs for inmate skill development.
- Led conflict resolution initiatives among inmates, fostering a more stable environment within the institution.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
Education
No Degree - Law Enforcement
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL06-2021
High School Diploma -
Taylor County High School
Perry, FL05-2003
No Degree - Corrections
North Florida Community College
Madison, FL04-2007
Skills
- Detailed report writing
- Interview techniques
- Due diligence
- Ethical and honest
- Investigation management
- Report development
- Data review
- Interviewing witnesses
- Interrogation skills
- Social media investigations
- Witness interviews
- Evidence processing
- Calm in crisis situations
- Continuous improvement
- Covert investigations
- Report preparation
- Surveillance techniques
- Undercover investigations
- Court testimony
- Report generation
- Auto theft
- Video surveillance systems
- Defensive tactics
- Homicide investigations
- Missing persons investigations
- Fugitive location and apprehension
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Report writing
- Courtroom testimony
- Affidavits
- Evidence control
- Evidence gathering
- Incident report creation
- Firearms expertise
- DNA swabs
- Collecting evidence
- Criminal investigations
- Incident reporting
- Collecting statements
- Crime scene management
Timeline
Investigator
Taylor County Sheriff's Office
06.2020 - Current
Deputy Sheriff Patrol Sergeant
Taylor County Sheriff's Office
06.2020 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Taylor County Sheriff's Office
06.2020 - Current
Correctional Officer Lieutenant
Taylor Correctional Institution
06.2019 - 05.2020
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Taylor Correctional Institution
10.2015 - 06.2019
Correctional Officer
Taylor Correctional Institution
11.2006 - 10.2015
No Degree - Law Enforcement
Florida Gateway College
High School Diploma -
Taylor County High School
No Degree - Corrections
North Florida Community College