Blayr A. Poston
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience as a State Trooper at the Tennessee Highway Patrol. Experienced with public safety enforcement, criminal investigations, and emergency response. Utilizes strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure community safety. Track record of effective law enforcement and community interaction. With 5 years of law enforcement experience, I am committed to keep furthering my career and becoming better with each experience to keep my community safe. I strive to become a leader in all aspects of my duties.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
State Trooper
Tennessee Highway Patrol
11.2022 - Current
- During my daily duties I conduct field interviews with drivers and passengers during each traffic stop.
- During some of those traffic stops I conducted over 50 DUI investigations that lead to arrests and convictions.
- Other daily duties consist of investigating traffic crashes. From some crashes being very minor to other resulting in criminal charges such as DUI.
- I have also investigated multiple fatal crashes. One has resulted in Vehicular Homicide charges that I presented to a Grand Jury.
- Exercised sound judgment under high-pressure situations such as performing high-speed vehicle pursuits and making critical decisions to apprehend criminal suspects.
- Served as a mentor to new recruits, sharing knowledge of department protocols and providing guidance during field training exercises. Coached them through the tough times of the Academy and helped them prepare for what the job is like on day to day basis.
- Identified controlled substances and contraband by conducting comprehensive searches of people and property. I have located multiple different types of controlled substances and other drugs during vehicle searches and person searches.
- Prepared cases for court and regularly testified for preliminary hearings.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to respond efficiently and effectively to emergency situations such major vehicle crashes. Communicated with the other units that were responding to effectively clear the roadway as quickly as possible.
- While investigating a 30 vehicle crash during inclement weather, I was able to handle the pressure of getting all passenger information, locating occupants that were already transported to the hospital and clearing the roadway as quickly as possible.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid. Multiple major vehicle crashes have happened right in front of me with roll overs, where I have been the first on scene to have to extricated the passenger's trapped inside the vehicle as safely as I could.
- Have investigated multiple hit and run crashes and locating suspects that left the scene that resulted in arrests.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety such as the inauguration.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need, such as major vehicle crashes or vehicle fires. Have also responded to domestic situations.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, we have to qualify twice a year. We do daylight and low light qualifications.
- Supported successful investigations, for example another Vehicular Homicide that involved 4 Juveniles. I had to conduct face to face interviews with two of the juveniles to get more information of the events that occurred leading up to the vehicle crash. Collected video evidence from a gas station to determine a time frame for the events and criminal violations.
- I have conducted surveillance of traffic looking for violations. I have also conducted surveillance at the Governors residence.
Jail Deputy
Williamson County Sheriff's Office
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain facility security and identify potential risks.
- Assisted in the booking process, accurately entering inmate information into systems.
- Coordinated transportation of inmates medical appointments.
- Protect inmates, visitors, and employees against physical harm and threats.
- I conducted several cell extractions on uncooperative inmates.
- I have also had to perform life saving measures for inmates that have tried to harm themselves.
- Conducted daily cell searches for any contraband.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Franklin College
Franklin, IN05-2017
No Degree - General Studies
Anderson University
Anderson, IN05-2016
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Lincoln Trail Community College
Robinson, IL05-2015
Skills
- Accident reconstruction
- Community engagement
- Computer skills
- Accident investigation
- Traffic enforcement
- Weapons training
- Community policing
- Surveillance techniques
- Crime scene investigation
- Courtroom testimony
- Drug recognition
- Firearms proficiency
- Patrol procedures
- Evidence collection
- Critical thinking
Certification
CPR Certified
Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement
Child Passenger Safety Technition
Timeline
State Trooper
Tennessee Highway Patrol
11.2022 - Current
Jail Deputy
Williamson County Sheriff's Office
04.2021 - 11.2022
No Degree - General Studies
Franklin College
No Degree - General Studies
Anderson University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Lincoln Trail Community College