Austin Searles
Sisseton,SD
Summary
Dedicated Law Enforcement Officer dedicated to saving lives, increasing community safety, and assisting and serving the citizens of North Dakota. Exceptional report writing and documentation skills to meet legal requirements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Resource Officer
Sisseton Police Department
08.2022 - Current
- Detaining or arresting students who are breaking the law regarding drugs, bringing weapons to school, or making threats to the school.
- Performed conflict resolution between the student body, parents, teachers, and administration.
- Remanding students who commit lesser offenses to the principal or vice-principal.
- Conducting physical searches of students' property if they are suspected of breaking the law and ensuring school administrators' safety during these searches.
- Patrolling the school grounds, ensuring overall safety, viewing videos and security monitors, and watching for strangers or suspicious activity.
- Supervising special events and directing foot and auto traffic if necessary.
- Giving assembly presentations on school safety, drug and alcohol abuse, bullying, and online safety.
- Protecting the school and students against theft and property damage and assisting in medical emergencies.
- Maintaining positive relationships and contact with students to prevent juvenile delinquency.
Police Patrol Officer
Sisseton Police Department
06.2022 - Current
- Patrolling assigned areas on foot and car and keeping an eye out for suspicious or illegal activity.
- Conducting on-scene investigations
- Issuing citations, serving arrest warrants, and apprehending individuals charged with misdemeanors and felonies.
- Responding immediately to reports of emergencies or potential crimes and providing necessary assistance.
- Developing and maintaining positive relationships with members of the community.
- Completing all required paperwork and testifying in court.
- Evaluating information from complaints and emergency requests to determine response requirements.
- Conducting investigations into traffic accidents and other incidents to ascertain the cause and determine whether a crime has been committed.
- Educating citizens about available community services and recommending strategies for long-term problem resolution.
Correctional Officer
Roberts County Sheriff's Office
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Enforcing facility rules and regulations and ensuring order within prison facilities and jailhouses
- Supervising the activities of inmates and performing regular headcounts
- Identifying unusual behavior among inmates and recording them in regular reports to ensure safety and security
- Escorting inmates to job sites, classrooms, medical facilities, and other locations in a secure and timely manner
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Assisting fellow Correctional Officers and other coworkers with the management of inmates
- Conducting regular searches in inmate cells, showers, and recreation areas to find unauthorized items
- Responding quickly to de-escalate confrontational situations
Ground Electronics Technician
United States Marine Corps
05.2018 - 04.2022
- Supervise other Marines' data system performance daily to ensure maximum productivity
- Teach my team how to troubleshoot data systems and IT equipment to create operational readiness
- Fixed circuit boards and wire harness problems using schematics, wiring diagrams, and testing instruments.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment failures to reduce operational disruption.
- Maintain and track inventory in the Global Combat Support System
- Install, diagnose, modify, and perform field-level maintenance on Ground Common Transmission Systems, Digital Fires Situational Awareness Systems, Vehicle Intercommunications Systems, Vehicle Electronics Equipment, related electronic equipment, electronic jamming systems, and miscellaneous non-communication systems.
Oil Roaster (Temporary Position)
Sunopta (Closed Business)
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Performed troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and sanitation procedures.
- Communicated to manufacturing partners and monitored machine performance issues to minimize downtime.
- Conducted internal recall investigations for products not meeting specifications.
- Kept a close eye on operating equipment and made adjustments to keep speed, temperature, and other factors within ideal tolerances.
- Moved raw materials and finished products by hand or with the help of forklifts and other equipment.
- Processed over 10,000 pounds of product daily.
Shop Assistant
Farmers Union Oil Of The Southern Valley
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Completed daily tasks accurately and on-time to support shop needs.
- Swept and mopped floor and wiped windows and fixtures after closing to support cleanliness and maintain an organized store.
- Greeted customers entering the store and offered assistance with requirements.
- Checked incoming orders and organized new stock.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Education
Certification - Law Enforcement
Basic Law Enforcement Training
Pierre, SD06.2023
Military Education -
Marine Corps Recruit Training
San Diego, CA08.2018
High School Diploma -
Wyndmere Public School
Wyndmere, ND05.2017
Skills
- Law Enforcement Procedures
- Building Security Proficiency
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Patience and Tolerance
- Time Management
- First Aid/CPR
- Vehicle Inspections
- Troubleshooting
- Emergency Vehicle Operation
- Criminal Investigations
- Traffic Laws
Certification
- Healthcare Provider BLS, 03/01/16 - 03/01/18
- Emergency Medical Responder, 07/01/17 - 07/01/19
- Top Secret Security Clearance, 02/01/20 - 02/01/22
- CPR Certification, Present
- Stop The Bleed, Present
- FEMA ICS 100,200 and 700, Present
Timeline
School Resource Officer
Sisseton Police Department
08.2022 - Current
Police Patrol Officer
Sisseton Police Department
06.2022 - Current
Correctional Officer
Roberts County Sheriff's Office
05.2022 - 06.2022
Ground Electronics Technician
United States Marine Corps
05.2018 - 04.2022
Oil Roaster (Temporary Position)
Sunopta (Closed Business)
06.2017 - 10.2017
Shop Assistant
Farmers Union Oil Of The Southern Valley
01.2015 - 05.2017
Certification - Law Enforcement
Basic Law Enforcement Training
Military Education -
Marine Corps Recruit Training
High School Diploma -
Wyndmere Public School
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