Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Awards
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Corey Hilliker

Ocklawaha,FL

Summary

Dedicated and proactive law enforcement officer with extensive patrol and investigative experience. Recognized as Rookie of the Year with the Leesburg Police Department and Employee of the Month at Lake Correctional Institution. Skilled in report writing, courtroom testimony, narcotics investigations, K-9 operations, and training development. Demonstrated leadership in high-stress environments and strong community-policing initiatives. Seeking to bring advanced training, initiative, and proven law enforcement expertise to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Officer, Squad Two – Road Patrol Division

Leesburg Police Department
02.2023 - Current
  • Respond to and investigate criminal, traffic, and community incidents.
  • Draft detailed probable-cause affidavits, supplemental reports, and trespass warnings in compliance with Florida Statutes.
  • Investigated felony and misdemeanor cases leading to numerous arrests, including narcotics, theft, and violent offenses.
  • Conducted narcotics investigations including K-9 searches, container searches, and felony arrests.
  • Partnered with local businesses and residents to reduce crime, improve safety, and increase community trust.
  • Mentored junior officers in patrol operations, report writing, case law application, and courtroom testimony.
  • Recognized as Rookie of the Year for outstanding performance and dedication.
  • Participate in bi-weekly K-9 team training sessions, assisting with detection, tracking, and decoy exercises to maintain operational readiness.

Correctional Officer

Lake Correctional Institution
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • Maintained safety and security within housing units and facility grounds.
  • Monitored inmate behavior, conducted searches, and enforced institutional rules.
  • Collaborated with fellow staff to de-escalate conflicts and ensure orderly operations.
  • Recognized as Employee of the Month for professionalism and strong work ethic.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lincoln High School
Warren Mi
06-2005

Some College - Computer Science

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
01-2012

Corrections Academy -

Florida Department of Corrections
01-2021

Florida Basic Recruit Training Program - Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement Academy
01-2023

Skills

  • Florida Law Enforcement Certification (CJSTC)
  • Corrections Academy Graduate – Florida Department of Corrections
  • General Instructor Certified
  • Reid Technique – Interview & Interrogation
  • Crisis Intervention / Mental Health Response
  • Speed Measurement – LIDAR & RADAR Certified
  • K-9 Decoy Certified – Southern Coast K-9 Academy
  • Ongoing Bi-Weekly Training with K-9 Unit (Detection, Tracking, Decoy Work)
  • Drug Interdiction Training
  • Drug Recognition & Identification Training
  • Less Lethal Training (Impact Munitions, Chemical Agents, etc)
  • DART (Direct Action Response Training) Certified
  • FDLE Semi-Automatic Rifle Course Certified
  • Firearms Proficiency / Use of Force
  • NCIC/FCIC System Certified
  • Patrol Operations & Community Policing
  • Criminal & Traffic Investigations
  • Courtroom Testimony & Report Writing
  • Community Engagement & Crime Prevention Programs

Timeline

Officer, Squad Two – Road Patrol Division

Leesburg Police Department
02.2023 - Current

Correctional Officer

Lake Correctional Institution
09.2021 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

Lincoln High School

Some College - Computer Science

Grand Rapids Community College

Corrections Academy -

Florida Department of Corrections

Florida Basic Recruit Training Program - Law Enforcement

Law Enforcement Academy

Awards

Rookie of the Year – Leesburg Police Department


Employee of the Month – Lake Correctional Institution 

Training

  • Completed multiple FDLE-certified mental health courses, including officer wellness and crisis response.
  • Received additional training at Lake Correctional Institution (a designated mental health facility) focused on inmate behavioral health, crisis intervention, and management of individuals experiencing auditory/psychological disturbances.
  • Practical application of MH training in both correctional and patrol environments, including Baker Act procedures and de-escalation techniques.