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Brian Wingate

Palmetto,FL

Summary

Police Officer with over 20 years of service enforcing rules and authority for good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and fighting crime. Excellent record of promotion and recognition for going beyond call of duty. Served as a general instructor for current and future Police Officers. I also fulfilled the role as a Field Training Officer for newly hired Officers. During my 20 years I became a CJSTC Firearms Instructor as well as a armorer for the Glock handguns and the Remington 870 shotgun.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

City Of Bradenton Police Department
12.2002 - 04.2023
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
  • Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
  • Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
  • Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
  • Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • 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.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
  • Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
  • Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
  • Served as a Detective within the Bradenton Police Department
  • Attended various training involving interviews and interrogations
  • Certified Glock and Remington 870 armorer.
  • Repaired and serviced multiple AR 15 style rifles.
  • Acted as a Lead firearms instructor.

Petty Officer Third Class

US Navy
03.1999 - 04.2003
  • Ensured mission readiness by conducting regular equipment maintenance and inventory checks.
  • Facilitated smooth operations during inspections, adhering to all relevant regulations while presenting a professional appearance of the unit.
  • Streamlined reporting processes for increased accuracy and efficiency in data management tasks.
  • Supported mission success by efficiently managing resources and personnel during deployments.
  • Contributed to successful operations, effectively coordinating with other departments and teams.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, contributing unique insights from prior experiences that helped improve overall results.
  • Gained valuable technical expertise by troubleshooting and repairing complex equipment malfunctions.
  • Demonstrated adaptability, quickly learning new systems and processes when required for specific assignments.
  • Conducted and oversaw interrogations, briefings and debriefings.

Petty Officer Third Class

US Navy
04.1990 - 02.1997
  • Facilitated smooth operations during inspections, adhering to all relevant regulations while presenting a professional appearance of the unit.
  • Ensured mission readiness by conducting regular equipment maintenance and inventory checks.
  • Supported mission success by efficiently managing resources and personnel during deployments.
  • Contributed to successful operations, effectively coordinating with other departments and teams.
  • Achieved operational excellence by diligently following standard operating procedures during daily routines.
  • Gained valuable technical expertise by troubleshooting and repairing complex equipment malfunctions.
  • Assisted in emergency response efforts, ensuring timely actions were taken to protect lives and property.
  • Demonstrated adaptability, quickly learning new systems and processes when required for specific assignments.
  • Excelled in communication, serving as a liaison between senior officers and enlisted personnel.
  • Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
  • Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
  • Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
  • Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.

Education

Associate of Science - Firearms Technology

SDI
Tempe, AZ
07.2025

GED -

Palmetto High School
Palmetto, FL
10.1989

Skills

  • Report Writing
  • Integrity and Honesty
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Relationship building and management
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Planning and coordination
  • Community Engagement
  • Human relations
  • Emergency Management
  • Community Relations
  • Crisis intervention and deescalation
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Officer Training
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Criminal Law
  • Police reports
  • Law Enforcement
  • Emergency Response
  • Mental Resilience
  • Tactical Driving
  • Courtroom Testimony
  • Court Testimony
  • Case Management
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Background Investigations
  • Self-defense training
  • Crime scene preservation
  • Safety improvements
  • Search and seizure procedures
  • Defensive tactics training
  • Surveillance
  • Evidence collection protocols
  • Court preparation
  • Emergency planning
  • Schedule setting
  • Crime Scene Processing
  • Domestic Violence Prevention
  • Interrogation Techniques
  • Fingerprinting
  • Legal Compliance
  • Critical Thinking
  • First Aid
  • Weapons training
  • Police Patrol Operations
  • Public relations
  • Crowd Control
  • Criminal Investigation

Certification

  • Firearms instructor Training
  • Pistol mounted optics instructor
  • Glock Armorer
  • Remington 870 Armorer
  • CPR certification
  • Stop the bleed certification

Timeline

Police Officer

City Of Bradenton Police Department
12.2002 - 04.2023

Petty Officer Third Class

US Navy
03.1999 - 04.2003

Petty Officer Third Class

US Navy
04.1990 - 02.1997

Associate of Science - Firearms Technology

SDI

GED -

Palmetto High School

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