AUSTIN CANNON
Doerun,Ga
Summary
Intrinsically motivated investigator with nearly 10 years of experience dedicated just to felony criminal investigations. Managed hundreds of cases with minimal supervision. Interviewed thousands of individuals ranging from child victims to suspects of murder. Built an impressive network of contacts in all aspects of law enforcement within numerous states and even other countries. Skilled in preparation and execution of plans in extremely high-pressure situations with direct reports from up to 14 individuals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant (Investigative Division)
Colquitt County Sheriff’s Office
01.2012 - 01.2025
- Responsible for all felony property crimes and felony crimes against a person.
- Conduct interviews with empathy while also being exceptional at eliciting confessions.
- Cold calls are made daily to achieve these tasks.
- Securely maintain and account for vital evidence with accurate chain of custody.
- Required to be a self-starter and manage caseload under little supervision.
- Remain on call nights and weekends and regularly have 50(+) hour work weeks.
- Attend and participate in both short and long duration training close to and away from home.
- Accurately document every interview and step taken during an investigation.
- Work with a massive network of local, state, federal, and even military agencies as a team to achieve specific tasks.
Co-Commander
Co-Commander Tactical Response Unit (Swat Team)
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Responsible for training of new candidates including in lifesaving application of tourniquets, combat gauze, and CPR to teammates or after force is used.
- Develop, execute, and oversee the execution of other operators’ tactical plans.
- Manage budget and discretionary funds for operation equipment.
- Plan and execute Alert training scenarios at schools with the inclusion of teachers and administrators.
- Responsible for implementing a consistent plan of action in the event of an active shooter at a school.
Founding Member and Executive Board Member
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Make budgetary decisions involving operation of the Epsilon Omega Chapter.
- Act as a liaison between Georgia Southern University and the local chapter.
- Plan and execute a multitude of philanthropic events.
- Recruit prospective members to join our organization.
Education
Criminal Justice Executive Master’s Program -
Georgia Southern University
05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Georgia Southern University
01.2011
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Cold Calling
- Networking
- Rapport Building
- Decision Making
- Eliciting Confessions
- Adaptability
- Following Up
- Detail Oriented
- Crisis intervention
Accomplishments
- Georgia certified Peace Officer achieving Highest Academic Average in session.
- SWAT operator state certification through GPSTC
- Graduate of The Reid Technique of Investigative Interviewing and Advanced Interrogation
- Recipient of the 2019 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award
- Governor’s Commendation
References
- Nicholas K. Powell, PhD, Director of Strategic Planning and Analysis, Georgia Department of Community Supervision, (404) 520-0283
- Sean Edgar, Director of School Safety/Retired Special Agent III, Colquitt County School System/Georgia Bureau of Investigations, (229) 921-6376
- Shawn Bostick, Federal Probation Officer, Cruise Self Driving Cars, (229) 921-6559
Activities
- Youth baseball and football coach through Moultrie-Colquitt County Recreation Dept
- Conduct charitable events for the Georgia Sheriffs Boys Ranch
- Oversee and instruct Junior Police Academy at Southern Regional Technical College
- Currently enrolled in the Criminal Justice Executive Master’s Program at Georgia Southern University
Timeline
Co-Commander
Co-Commander Tactical Response Unit (Swat Team)
01.2018 - 01.2021
Sergeant (Investigative Division)
Colquitt County Sheriff’s Office
01.2012 - 01.2025
Founding Member and Executive Board Member
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity
01.2006 - 01.2011
Criminal Justice Executive Master’s Program -
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Georgia Southern University
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