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Brian Fields

Nicholasville,KY

Summary

Dedicated Peace Officer specializing in Crisis Negotiations, domestic violence prevention, and CPR/First Aid instructor. Expert at enforcing laws and following rules and regulations for good policing. Fulfills duties with focus on justice, peace, and citizen safety.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lieutenant, Patrol Operations

Nicholasville Police Department
06.2006 - 07.2024
  • Improved patrol operations efficiency by implementing strategic planning and proper resource allocation.
  • Optimized response times to emergencies by regularly evaluating patrol routes and employing data-driven decision-making processes.
  • Ensured compliance with departmental policies, state laws, and federal regulations by consistently monitoring officer activity during patrols or investigations.
  • Championed innovative problem-solving approaches within the team to resolve challenging situations effectively under high-pressure circumstances.
  • Oversaw daily shift activities, delegating tasks appropriately while maintaining accountability for overall team performance outcomes.
  • Enhanced officer safety through thorough training and adherence to established protocols.
  • Developed strong partnerships with local businesses, schools, and organizations to maintain a unified approach to public safety efforts.
  • Streamlined communication within the department by fostering a collaborative environment and utilizing modern technology tools.
  • Addressed citizen concerns promptly, resolving issues efficiently while demonstrating empathy towards involved parties'' perspectives.
  • Increased community trust in law enforcement with consistent outreach programs and transparent reporting practices.
  • Strengthened relationships with diverse community populations through cultural competency training programs for officers in the unit.
  • Spearheaded critical incident management protocols during major events or crises, ensuring effective coordination between officers and command staff.
  • Reduced crime rates by establishing proactive policing initiatives and targeted enforcement efforts.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental cooperation during complex cases or events requiring collaboration between multiple units or agencies.
  • Contributed to policy updates, collaborating with leadership on revisions that impacted patrol operations procedures positively.
  • Promoted professional development among subordinates, encouraging continuous learning and skill enhancement opportunities.
  • Led successful investigations, gathering crucial evidence and providing accurate documentation for case resolution.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism within the unit by exemplifying ethical conduct and enforcing standards for officer behavior.
  • Implemented effective performance evaluation processes, providing constructive feedback to officers for improvement and growth opportunities.
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
  • Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
  • Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
  • Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
  • Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
  • Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime
  • Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
  • Trained other officers in CPR and First Aid.
  • Trained new recruits in physical fitness to prepare them for the police academy.
  • Trained new police academy graduates in day-to-day operations of patrol. Evaluated them on their fitness to an officer.
  • Served on several boards, committees, and specialized units within the department and community.
  • Provided leadership and supervision to a squad of 12 - 15 officers.

Deputy Sheriff

Office of the Fayette County Sheriff
04.2000 - 06.2006
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
  • Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
  • Served Domestic Violence Protective Orders immediately in order to provide protection for victims in a timely manner.
  • Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies as a Task Force officer assigned to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms and community collaborative grant, Project Safe Neighborhoods, for joint operations in enforcing federal alcohol, tobacco, and firearms laws.

United States Marine

United States Marine Corps Reserve
04.1993 - 10.2003
  • Attended Marine Corps Recruit Training at Parris Island, SC.

  • Served with Alpha Company, 8th Tank Battalion, achieving the rank of Sergeant.
  • Served as Platoon Sergeant of Headquarters and Support Platoon assigned as leader and supervisor of a maximum of 35 Marines.
  • Day-to-Day operations consisted of the assignment of Marines to support tank operations and supervising Marines in logistics and warfare capabilities for the Company.
  • Served with Alpha Company, Marines Police, 4th Division as Sergeant.
  • Served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in 2003, deployed in Kuwait, Camp Coyote.
  • During active-duty deployment, served as Platoon Sergeant and Motor Transportation Section Chief.
  • Day-to-Day operations included assigning vehicles for convoys, overseeing maintenance of vehicles, attending briefs with leadership to plan missions in support of wartime and peacekeeping missions.

Owner

AutoMagic of Kentucky
05.1995 - 03.2000
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
  • Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
  • Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans for revenue growth, focusing on diversification and market expansion.
  • Optimized supply chain operations, negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
  • Expanded business into new markets within Kentucky.
  • Achieved significant cost savings by implementing energy-efficient solutions across company facilities.
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
  • Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency with comprehensive audits and restructuring.
  • Enhanced company's market position by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
  • Improved team productivity by introducing innovative project management tools and techniques.
  • Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
  • Elevated brand awareness with targeted marketing campaigns, leveraging social media and digital platforms.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Attended international sales conferences and training seminars.

Education

Certified Kentucky Peace Officer -

KY Department of Criminal Justice Training Academy
Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY
09.2000

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY

High School Diploma -

Jessamine County High School
Nicholasville, KY
05.1992

Skills

  • Practiced high level of integrity, honesty, and effective leadership in incident command, traffic control, modern patrol tactics and overall public safety
  • Distinguished as Officer that maintained physical fitness and awarded Fit for Duty
  • Earned Certificates in both Basic and Advanced Hostage Negotiations
  • Provided testimony in federal, state, and local judicial jurisdiction
  • Trained in Defensive Tactics and Use of Force Continuum
  • Engaged with community through serving as Instructor at the Nicholasville Citizens Police Academy, specialized in domestic violence and crisis intervention and de-escalation demonstration
  • Appointed as Bike Patrol Commander, supervising approximately twelve bike officers Provided training, developed protocol for selection of equipment, uniform, inventory system for this division
  • Excelled in the area of Domestic Violence recognition, prevention, and enforcement of Domestic Violence Orders and applicable laws
  • Knowledgeable of Kentucky Revised Statutes and adapted operations to reflect the changes in statutes annually

Accomplishments

  • Certified and Accomplished Crisis/Hostage Negotiator, successfully de-escalating and saving the lives of four individuals experiencing crisis episodes.
  • CPR, First Aid and Emergency Medicine Instructor, introducing and implementing instruction on strategies to recognize symptoms of mental health crisis.
  • Developed and implemented Nicholasville Police Department's physical fitness training program to prepare recruits for the physical demands of the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Academy.
  • Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Academy Class Leader, September 2000.
  • Awarded Nicholasville Police Officer of the Year, 2018.
  • Recognized for the innovative design of the WingMan Patrol Bag that is produced by 511 Tactical, Inc.

Affiliations

  • Fraternal Order of Police

Certification

  • Certified Kentucky Peace Officer by the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Academy- September 2000.


Timeline

Lieutenant, Patrol Operations

Nicholasville Police Department
06.2006 - 07.2024

Deputy Sheriff

Office of the Fayette County Sheriff
04.2000 - 06.2006

Owner

AutoMagic of Kentucky
05.1995 - 03.2000

United States Marine

United States Marine Corps Reserve
04.1993 - 10.2003

Certified Kentucky Peace Officer -

KY Department of Criminal Justice Training Academy

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Eastern Kentucky University

High School Diploma -

Jessamine County High School

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