Antonio Metcalf
Bryant,AR
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in background investigations and effective writing skills. Proven track record of implementing process improvements that reduce turnaround times, ensuring compliance with departmental standards and contributing to informed hiring practices.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SWAT Operator
Little Rock Police Department
Little Rock, AR
06.2012 - Current
- Executed high-risk tactical operations to ensure public safety and effective crisis resolution.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement operational strategies for emergency situations.
- Conducted regular training sessions to enhance team readiness and improve tactical response capabilities.
- Led community outreach initiatives to foster positive relationships between law enforcement and local citizens.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on tactical techniques and decision-making processes in high-pressure scenarios.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness and marksmanship skills, contributing to overall team readiness for critical incidents.
Driving Instructor
Little Rock Police Department/ State of Arkansas
Little Rock, AR
07.2008 - Current
- Instructed diverse groups on safe driving practices and traffic laws.
- Evaluated student performance through practical driving assessments.
- Developed customized lesson plans to address individual learning needs.
- Implemented defensive driving techniques to enhance road safety awareness.
- Ensured all vehicles were well-maintained, clean, and properly equipped according to state regulations for optimal safety during lessons.
- Offered timely commands to assist student driver in steering or braking to avoid accidents.
Background Investigator/ Recruiter/SWAT Operator
Little Rock Police Department
Little Rock, AR
06.1998 - Current
- Conducted thorough background investigations to assess applicant eligibility for law enforcement positions.
- Analyzed criminal history records and personal references to ensure compliance with departmental standards.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to verify information and gather pertinent data during investigations.
- Developed detailed reports summarizing findings and presented recommendations to hiring committees.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced investigation efficiency and reduced turnaround times for background checks.
Education
Criminal Justice
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, ARSkills
- Background checks
- Effective writing skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Physical fitness
- Professionalism
- Threat assessment
- Sniper training
- Emergency vehicle operation
Certification
- Instructor Development
- Firearms Instructor
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Instructor
- Police Sniper
- Advance Law Enforcement Rapid Response Trainer
- Pistol Mounted Optics Instructor
- Background Investigator
Timeline
SWAT Operator
Little Rock Police Department
06.2012 - Current
Driving Instructor
Little Rock Police Department/ State of Arkansas
07.2008 - Current
Background Investigator/ Recruiter/SWAT Operator
Little Rock Police Department
06.1998 - Current
Criminal Justice
Henderson State University