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Austin Peppers

Gadsden

Summary

I've spent the last 8 years as a Certified Law Enforcement Officer and prior 911 Dispatcher. I've spent almost a decade serving and protecting the communities of multiple agencies such as; Scottsboro City, The Town Of Fyffe, Town Of Leesburg, and Dekalb County. In my time of law enforcement I have continuously preformed in very intense situations. While maintaining a professional and safe demeanor, I have contributed several rolls in the law enforcement field.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Criminal Investigator

Dekalb County Sheriffs Department
02.2025 - Current
  • Maintained detailed records of investigations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
  • Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
  • Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
  • Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.

Patrol Officer

Leesburg Police Department
12.2023 - 02.2025
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting daily patrols, incidents encountered, and actions taken during shifts.
  • Acted on split second decisions while keeping safety the number on priority with civilians, coworkers, and myself.
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
  • Enhanced public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to emergency situations promptly.

Kiln Operator/ Transfer Car Operator

Southern Parallel Forest Products
05.2016 - 07.2017
  • Increased production efficiency by monitoring and adjusting kiln settings based on product specifications.
  • Monitored raw material inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted production runs in the kiln department.
  • Contributed to process improvement initiatives by providing feedback on current practices and suggesting areas for enhancement.
  • Maintained safe working conditions by conducting regular inspections of the kiln equipment and surrounding area.
  • Maintaining the transfer inventory of railroad carts of lumber from the saw mill to the kilns and eventually to the cooling shed by using a transfer car that consisted using cables, pulleys, and gears.
  • As a transfer cart operator I was in charge of fixing all derails and working alone while maintaining safety standards.

Education

Certification of Law Enforcment Basic Training - Law Enforcemnet

Northeast Alabama Law Enforcement Academy
Anniston AL
04-2018

Standard Diploma

Crossville High School
Crossville AL
05-2014

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Implement state and local regulations
  • SWAT Operator Certified
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (Transfer Car, Fork Lift, Bucket Truck, Ect)

Timeline

Criminal Investigator

Dekalb County Sheriffs Department
02.2025 - Current

Patrol Officer

Leesburg Police Department
12.2023 - 02.2025

Kiln Operator/ Transfer Car Operator

Southern Parallel Forest Products
05.2016 - 07.2017

Certification of Law Enforcment Basic Training - Law Enforcemnet

Northeast Alabama Law Enforcement Academy

Standard Diploma

Crossville High School