Craig Edwards
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Dedicated Police Officer offering over 29 years of law enforcement experience. Known for going above and beyond job requirements to make lasting impact on department and public. Exceptional integrity, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Lieutenant
North Little Rock Police Department
05.1995 - Current
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Established and enforced employee performance policies.
- Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
- Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 45 officers.
Sergeant
Arkansas National Guard
02.1996 - 03.1998
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
Petty Officer Second Class
U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.1990 - 07.1994
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Trained and mentored personnel in Firefighting operations.
- Served on shipboard security team.
Education
No Degree - Comp I And Comp II
Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, ARHigh School Diploma -
Sauquoit Valley High School
Sauquoit, NY06.1990
Skills
- Briefings and Debriefings
- Tactical Communications
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Problem Management
- Departmental Oversight
- Train Staff
- Emergency Situations
- Administrative Oversight
- Confidential Records Management
- Special Weapons and Tactics Team
- Honor Guard Commander
Accomplishments
Navy Achievement Medal
Army Achievement Medal
Chiefs Award (NLRPD)
Certification
- Leadership Trilogy, FBI-LEEDA - 2023
Timeline
Sergeant
Arkansas National Guard
02.1996 - 03.1998
Police Lieutenant
North Little Rock Police Department
05.1995 - Current
Petty Officer Second Class
U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.1990 - 07.1994
No Degree - Comp I And Comp II
Pulaski Technical College
High School Diploma -
Sauquoit Valley High School
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