Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Coty Sterling

Law Enforcement
Jasper,TX
Coty Sterling

Summary

Honest Patrol Deputy dedicated with an extremely motivated and high work drive. Fairly Proficient and Knowledgeable in The Penal Code, Transportation Code and Health and Safety Code. Willingness to learn, teachable and eager to elevate in this career to a specialized division! Enjoy Interdiction/Narcotics Division of Law Enforcement more than any but fairly proficient and well rounded in multiple areas of Law Enforcement due to working for smaller agencies where the cases are handled from start to finish by each LEO (Investigations and On-View).

Overview

3
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Sabine County Sheriff's Office

Patrol Deputy
07.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Apprehended suspects and searched vehicles for drugs or paraphernalia.
  • Served warrants, summonses, subpoenas and other official papers.
  • Patrolled assigned district in Sabine County and observed area for possible criminal activity.
  • Investigated and Generated Offense/Incident Reports in Sabine County.
  • Respond to Calls For Service in Sabine County
  • Conducted Traffic Stops to include Road Side Interviews resulting in multiple Narcotic and Intoxication related arrests.
  • Gathered Physical Evidence and Preserves for Court.
  • Often times coverage of entire county without a partner.
  • Assessed and managed potential risks and hazardous situations.
  • Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage or high demand to serve public in Sabine County.
  • Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided appropriate support.

Jasper County Sheriff's Office

Patrol Deputy
11.2021 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Apprehended Suspects and searched vehicles for drugs or paraphernalia.
  • Served warrants, summonses, subpoenas and other official papers.
  • Patrolled assigned district in Jasper County and observed area for possible criminal activity.
  • Investigated and reported incidents in Jasper County.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided appropriate support.
  • Gathered physical evidence and preserves for court.
  • Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.

Kirbyville Police Department

Reserve Police Officer
10.2021 - 11.2021

Job overview

  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens at community events I.e. Parades and benefits
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
  • Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.

Kountze Police Department

Police Officer
09.2021 - 10.2021

Job overview

  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.

Jasper County Sheriff's Office

Patrol Deputy/Jailer
03.2020 - 09.2021

Job overview

  • Started in Jasper County Jail in March 2020, while still working in the Jail went through Police Academy August 2020-December 2020 and transferred from Jail Division to Patrol
  • Maintained jail security by performing frequent security checks within cell block and inspecting each cell for contraband.
  • Utilized weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
  • Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
  • Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
  • Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
  • Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
  • Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
  • Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
  • Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
  • Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
  • Arranged library visits, work assignments, family visits and counseling appointments for prisoners.
  • Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
  • Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.

Education

Angelina College
, Lufkin, TX

TCOLE License from Police Academy
12.2020

Evadale High School
, Evadale, TX

High School Diploma
05.2015

Skills

  • Court Appearances
  • Intoxilyxer 9000 Certified Breath Test Operator
  • Suspect Booking
  • Emergency Response
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Crime Prevention
  • Traffic Citations Issuance
  • Evidence Identification
  • Suspect Pursuance and Arrest (ie Pursuits, Traffic Stops, Calls For Service, On-View)
  • Served and Issued Arrest Warrants
  • Evidence Processing (ie Narcotics, Stolen Property, Crime Scene Evidence)
  • Weapons Handling
  • Crime Scene Preservation

Certification

  • Breath Test Operator License
  • TCOLE Licensed since March 2020 as Jailer and LEO

Timeline

Patrol Deputy

Sabine County Sheriff's Office
07.2022 - Current

Patrol Deputy

Jasper County Sheriff's Office
11.2021 - 03.2022

Reserve Police Officer

Kirbyville Police Department
10.2021 - 11.2021

Police Officer

Kountze Police Department
09.2021 - 10.2021

Patrol Deputy/Jailer

Jasper County Sheriff's Office
03.2020 - 09.2021

Angelina College

TCOLE License from Police Academy

Evadale High School

High School Diploma
  • Breath Test Operator License
  • TCOLE Licensed since March 2020 as Jailer and LEO
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