Benjamin Casella
Blue Ridge,VA
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at Botetourt County Sheriff's Office, excelling in operational planning and community relations. Proven track record in tactical operations and K9 handling, demonstrating critical thinking and effective communication skills to enhance public safety and support investigations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
K9 Handler
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
Fincastle, VA
04.2024 - Current
- Utilized specialized search techniques with the assistance of a K-9 partner to locate suspects or evidence.
- Conducted searches of buildings, vehicles, open fields, waterways, airports, schools, and correctional facilities using a trained canine partner.
- Maintained detailed records regarding service calls responded to by the K-9 unit including incident reports and canine performance evaluations.
Task Force Officer
United States Marshals Service
Roanoke , VA
01.2024 - Current
- Participated in joint operations with other law enforcement agencies to target high-level criminals.
- Exercised high levels of maturity, experience, judgment and rapid critical thought to operational environments.
- Interviewed witnesses, victims, informants, and suspects to obtain information relevant to cases being investigated.
- Analyzed intelligence data to develop leads on wanted suspects.
Field Training Officer
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
Fincastle , VA
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained records of all training activities in Department database system.
- Provided training on police policies and procedures to new recruits and existing staff members.
- Developed training materials for new hires and conducted orientations to introduce them to Department policies and procedures.
SWAT Operator
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
FIncastle, VA
02.2022 - Current
- Conducted tactical operations in high-risk environments.
- Assisted in the apprehension of dangerous fugitives from justice.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
Deputy Sheriff
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
Fincastle, VA
03.2020 - Current
- Collected and preserved evidence associated with crimes, supporting investigations
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and enforce laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional operations or investigations.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and criminals.
911 Dispatcher
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
Fincastle, VA
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Dispatched police officers and emergency personnel to calls for service.
- Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
- Utilized multi-line telephone system to answer inquiries from the public regarding emergencies, non-emergencies, police services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Janus Online School
Roanoke Va 11-2015
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Community relations
- Record management
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
- Operational planning
- Critical thinking
Timeline
K9 Handler
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
04.2024 - Current
Task Force Officer
United States Marshals Service
01.2024 - Current
Field Training Officer
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
03.2023 - Current
SWAT Operator
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
02.2022 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
03.2020 - Current
911 Dispatcher
Botetourt County Sheriff's Office
02.2017 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Janus Online School
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