Chris Watson
Cowarts,AL
Summary
Seasoned Officer with 10 years of experience in law enforcement. Adept at budgeting, performing personnel management and operation management. Sound knowledge of security standards, policies and procedures. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Criminal Investigator
Houston County Sheriff's Office
01.2023 - Current
- Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough criminal investigations and utilizing effective interview techniques.
- Enhanced interagency collaboration for successful case outcomes through regular communication with law enforcement partners.
- Gathered crucial evidence by executing search warrants and processing crime scenes meticulously.
- Prevented future criminal activity by identifying and apprehending dangerous suspects in a timely manner.
Deputy Chief of Police
Headland Police Department
09.2018 - 01.2023
- Enhanced community relations by implementing various outreach programs and fostering relationships with local organizations.
- Increased officer safety through the development and implementation of comprehensive training programs for police personnel.
- Streamlined department operations by evaluating and revising policies, procedures, and guidelines in accordance with best practices.
- Reduced crime rates by establishing intelligence-led policing tactics to target high-crime areas effectively.
Police Sergeant
Abbeville Police Department
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Improved community relations by implementing outreach programs and collaborating with local organizations.
- Enhanced officer safety through the development of comprehensive training programs and ongoing performance evaluations.
- Increased crime prevention efforts by coordinating targeted patrols and deploying resources effectively.
- Strengthened inter-agency cooperation, fostering partnerships with other law enforcement agencies for joint initiatives.
Police Officer
Headland Police Department
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
Education
Accounting
George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Dothan, ALHigh School Diploma -
George W. Long High School
Skipperville, AL.05.1988
Skills
- Time Management
- Report Writing
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Interpersonal Communication
- Crime Scene Analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Evidence Processing
- Interrogation Skills
- Detailed Report Writing
- Continuous Improvement
- Crime Prevention
- Staff Development
- Recruitment and Retention
- Officer Training
- Crisis Management
- Work Scheduling
- Internal Investigations
- Budget Management
- Organizational Development
- Community Policing
- Community Relations
- National Crime Information Center (NCIC)
- Law Enforcement Operations
- Emergency Response
- Training and Development
- Evidence Management
- Staff Supervision
Certification
All Certifications are attached to application.
Timeline
Criminal Investigator
Houston County Sheriff's Office
01.2023 - Current
Deputy Chief of Police
Headland Police Department
09.2018 - 01.2023
Police Sergeant
Abbeville Police Department
08.2016 - 09.2018
Police Officer
Headland Police Department
01.2014 - 08.2016
Accounting
George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
High School Diploma -
George W. Long High School
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