Cedric Thomas
Prattville,AL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I bring going forward a diverse law enforcement career where I have received numerous law enforcement awards such the Veteran Affair Police Employee of the Month 2009, 2012 National Veteran Police Officer of the Year, Veteran Affairs Valor Award, and 2005 the VA Secretary Hero Pin for my service in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Threat Group
Alabama Department Of Corrections
Montgomery, AL
06.2023 - Current
- Gang Unit and Threat Group Member.
- Experience in surveillance and analyst experience.
- Conduct proper gang assessments of inmates processed and re-assigned to the ADOC.
- Prepare detailed reports and assessments for the KIlby CF Administration.
- Conduct surveillance on the computerized Inmate Phone System.
- Prepare reports of criminal and narcotic activity by inmates on ADOC Facilities throughout the State of Alabama.
- Transport dangerous and violent Inmates throughout the State of Alabama.
- Respond to dangerous situations inside of Kilby CF.
- Responsible to stop the spread of dangerous narcotics throughout the ADOC.
- Post Certified State of Alabama Correction Officer.
- Graduate Alabama Dept of Corrections Academy Selma, Alabama (2000).
/Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
City of Millbrook
Millbrook, AL
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Served the citizens of the State of Alabama and the City of Millbrook, Alabama.
- Respond to dangerous situations.
- Respond to medical calls.
- Prepared accident reports
- Conduct Traffic and DUI Check Points.
- Respond to call of assistance from surrounding law enforcement and State Agencies.
- Proficient with 10-Codes, Police Radio, traffic, laptop, patrol vehicle, agency issued firearms, chemical agent,baton, and taser.
- Patrolled assigned areas in patrol car to observe for criminal activity.
- Conducted traffic stops and issued citations for violations of motor vehicle laws.
- Investigated suspicious activities, persons, and vehicles.
- Graduate of the Montgomery Police Academy Montgomery, Alabama (2002)
Investigation Captain
City of Tuskegee, Alabama
Tuskegee, Alabama
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to law enforcement.
- Developed and supervised the implementation of police strategies, objectives, policies and procedures.
- Assigned tasks to subordinates officers and monitored their performance.
- Conducted investigations into criminal activities involving department personnel or citizens.
- Prepared all investigations for presentation to the Macon County Grand Jury.
- Conduced interviews if victims, witnesses, and suspects in criminal cases.
- Served in the Chain of Command for the Tuskegee Police Department.
- Conducted Major Crimes, Property,Sexual, Cyber, Narcotic and White Collar Investigations.
- Conducted Internal Investigations for the Tuskegee Police Dept.
- Prepared detailed reports and media summaries for the Chief and Deputy Chief of the Tuskegee Police Dept.
- 13 years of Investigative Experience.
- Graduate Montgomery Police Detective Course.
Senior Correctional Agent
Alabama Department Of Corrections
Montgomery, Alabama
09.2017 - 01.2022
- Conduct criminal and internal investigations for the Alabama Dept of Corrections Law Enforcement Service.
- Conduct criminal investigation involving ADOC Staff, Visitors, and ADOC Contractors.
- Conducted investigations involving ADOC Leadership.
- Conduct investigations of major crimes, narcotics, ADOC Staff Corruption, physical and sexual assault.
- Prepare criminal cases for multiple court jurisdictions.
- Prepare and conduct search warrants, criminal affidavits.
- Conduct interviews of victims, witnesses, and suspects.
- Served on criminal cases with the DOJ Task Force, FBI, DEA Task Force, and the US Marshal Service.
- Assigned to the Major Crime Unit for ADOC LESD.
- Graduate ADOC Correctional Academy, Montgomery Police Academy.
Veterans Affairs Detective
Department of Veterans Affairs
Montgomery, AL
12.2008 - 12.2015
- Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Analyzed evidence collected from crime scenes to identify potential suspects.
- Developed profiles of suspects based on evidence gathered.
- Conducted Criminal and Internal Investigations on VA Owned and Controlled Properties.
- Conducted Federal and State Investigations on VA Owned and Controlled investigation for the US Attorney Office of the Middle District.
- Conducted Internal Investigations of VA Staff and Contractors.
- Conducted Ethic Investigations of VA Staff and Contractors.
- Conducted elderly, and patient abuse cases.
- Prepare reports and summaries for the VA Director VA Chief, and Deputy Chief.
- Served as the liaison for VA OIG Office Atlanta, GA.
- Graduate VA Police Detective Course 2008
Veteran Affairs Police Officer
Dept of Veterans Affairs
Montgomery, AL
12.2003 - 12.2008
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Graduate Veteran Affairs Police Academy Little Rock AR.
Correctional Officer
Alabama Department Of Corrections
Montgopmery, Alabama
09.1999 - 08.2002
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Graduate ALabama Dept of Corrections Academy Selma, Alabama (2000).
Field Artillery Meteorlogical Crewmember
US. Army
Lawton, OK
03.1996 - 09.1997
- Operated communications equipment to coordinate fire missions.
- Performed maintenance on weapons, vehicles, and other equipment related to the mission.
- Conducted reconnaissance operations to determine target locations and settings for weapons systems.
- Monitored weather conditions to adjust firing plans accordingly.
- Calculated range and deflection data used in aiming guns.
- Communicated with other units regarding movement, location, and status of personnel and equipment.
- Assisted in setting up firing positions and camouflage techniques.
- Utilized night vision devices to locate targets in low-light conditions.
- Verified accuracy of survey data prior to establishing gun positions.
- Evaluated terrain features for potential target engagement opportunities.
- Participated in tactical maneuvers as part of a combat unit.
- Collaborated with other crew members on tactics, techniques, and procedures related to artillery operations.
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
- Used technical expertise and sound military judgment to learn and perform complex procedures.
- Graduate Fort Sill Basic Training.
- Graduate Fort Sill Advance Training.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carver Sr. High School
Montgomery, AL06-1994
Some College (No Degree) - Technology Management
Troy State Universty
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Legal knowledge
- Interviewing techniques
- Physical Fitness
- First Aid Training
- Evidence collection
- Investigative research
- In-depth gang knowledge
- Records handling
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Trend evaluations
- Homicide investigations
- Insurance fraud
- Missing persons investigations
- Interrogation skills
- Fugitive location and apprehension
- Report Preparation
- Skilled interrogator
Accomplishments
- 2009 VA POlice Employee of the Month.
- 2012 National Veteran Affairs Police Officer
- Veteran Affairs Valor Award
- 2005 VA Seceraty Hero Pin for service during Hurricane Katrina New Orlean/Mississippi.
Certification
- Homicide Investigator
- White Collar
- Internal Affairs Investigator
- Statement Analysis
- Narcotic Investigator
- Dark Web Investigations
- Fraud Investigator
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Security Threat Group
Alabama Department Of Corrections
06.2023 - Current
/Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
City of Millbrook
08.2022 - 06.2023
Investigation Captain
City of Tuskegee, Alabama
01.2022 - 08.2022
Senior Correctional Agent
Alabama Department Of Corrections
09.2017 - 01.2022
Veterans Affairs Detective
Department of Veterans Affairs
12.2008 - 12.2015
Veteran Affairs Police Officer
Dept of Veterans Affairs
12.2003 - 12.2008
Correctional Officer
Alabama Department Of Corrections
09.1999 - 08.2002
Field Artillery Meteorlogical Crewmember
US. Army
03.1996 - 09.1997
High School Diploma -
Carver Sr. High School
Some College (No Degree) - Technology Management
Troy State Universty
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