Brooklynn Dowdie
Braselton,GA
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with a proven track record at Athens-Clarke County Police Department, excelling in criminal investigations and community engagement. Recognized for sound judgment under pressure and exceptional relationship-building skills, contributing to successful prosecutions and fostering trust within diverse communities. Committed to integrity and effective emergency management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Athens-Clarke County Police Department
3035 Lexington Rd. Athens, GA 30605
09.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
Administrative Assistant
Department of Community Supervision
171 Old Epps Bridge Rd. Athens, GA 30606
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Assisted in managing probationers through their necessary community service hours
- Organized and managed all incoming community service donations
- Coordinated the drug testing calendar
- Administered and submitted DNA tests for each probationer
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Dick's Sporting Goods
1791 Oconee Connector. Ste. 120, Athens, GA 30606
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring shipments and addressing any potential delays.
- Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
- Managed warehouse space allocation strategically to accommodate changing inventory needs throughout the year.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for all transactions.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to maintain accuracy and prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
- Led the shipping and receiving team in consistently meeting performance targets, contributing to overall company growth and success.
- Trained new team members on company policies and procedures, fostering a positive work culture within the department.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
Apparel and Footwear Associate
Academy Sports and Outdoors
3505 Atlanta Hwy., Athens, GA 30606
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Assisted Footwear Department Manager with scheduling tasks, managing employee workloads, and providing constructive feedback during performance evaluations.
- Maintained a clean and visually appealing store environment, ensuring an enjoyable shopping experience for all customers.
- Used proper sizing and fit guidelines to provide best experience for customers.
- Supported loss prevention efforts by adhering to company policies and reporting any suspected theft or misconduct immediately to supervisors.
- Developed strong product knowledge through ongoing training sessions and self-directed learning efforts, enabling confident assistance to customers seeking guidance on specific items or features.
- Assisted in visual merchandising tasks such as creating eye-catching displays that showcased the season''s latest styles and trends.
- Constructed displays of footwear for specific brands or seasonal purposes.
- Opened new shipments and stored footwear/apparel on the floor according to size and style.
Restaurant Team Member
Dickey's Barbeque Pit
4005 Winder Hwy, Flowery Branch, GA 30542
08.2015 - 04.2017
- Displayed excellent teamwork skills while working alongside fellow team members in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed opening and closing duties as needed, ensuring the restaurant was prepared for efficient operation each day.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during busy meal times.
- Arrived to work in uniform and presentable in appearance to meet restaurant standards.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper cash handling procedures were followed.
- Prepared food orders, cooking in the smoker and operating fry station.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Lanier Technical College
2535 Lanier Technical Dr., Gainesville, GA 3050705-2022
High School Diploma -
Jackson County Comprehensive High School
1952 Winder Hwy., Jefferson, GA 3054905-2017
Skills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Patience and empathy
- Criminal investigations
- Community engagement
- Human relations
- Emergency management
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Self-defense techniques
- Criminal law
- Courtroom testimony
- Search and seizure laws
- Crime scene preservation
Timeline
Police Officer
Athens-Clarke County Police Department
09.2021 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Department of Community Supervision
12.2020 - 09.2021
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Dick's Sporting Goods
01.2020 - 11.2020
Apparel and Footwear Associate
Academy Sports and Outdoors
07.2017 - 12.2019
Restaurant Team Member
Dickey's Barbeque Pit
08.2015 - 04.2017
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Lanier Technical College
High School Diploma -
Jackson County Comprehensive High School