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Dakota Smith
Sergeant Marshal
Canton,Ga
Summary
Methodical Sergeant Marshal with 10 years of experience in enforcing state and federal laws and county codes according to departmental policies, procedures and regulations. Proven skills in supervision with excellent problem-solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating crimes and accidents while identifying and preserving evidence. Eager to apply abilities to dynamic new position.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
5
Certification
Work History
Cherokee Marshal's Office
Sergeant Marshal
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Sergeant over Special Operations Division: Including Criminal Investigation Division and Traffic Unit.
- Responsible for multiple employees under me, from approving reports to handling discipline.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Including all the skills in the Deputy Marshal Job Field
Cherokee Marshal's Office
Deputy Marshal First Class
07.2015 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Deputy Marshal First Class in Code Enforcement Division
- Investigate and Enforce all Cherokee County Ordinances and State Law
- Administrator for Premier One Records and Premier One CAD
- Creator and Administrator for SSRS Reports for P1 Records, SQL Server, Code Writer
- Administrator for Marshal Mobile Laptops
- Administrator for WatchGuard Body Cams
- Administrator for WatchGuard In Car Cams
- Administrator for Electronic Message Board Signs
- Administrator for Social Media, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
- Certified Scale Technician
- Certified Drone Pilot
- Fleet Maintenance
- Information Technology for the Agency.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
Cherokee Marshal's Office
Animal Control Officer
02.2014 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Animal Control Officer in Animal Control Division
- Investigated and enforced Animal Control county ordinances
- Responsible for maintaining equipment and paperwork on a daily basis
- Testified in court on my citations
- Worked rotating shifts and rotating on call shifts.
Bobby Tucker Hauling
Truck Driver
05.2013 - 02.2014
Job overview
- Operator of Tractor Trailer and Dump Trucks
- Hauled Over the Road and Local Deliveries.
Publix Super Market
Assistant Meat Manager
01.2010 - 05.2013
Job overview
- Responsible for supervising 10 employees under me
- Completed evaluations for each employee
- Worked Rotating shifts, nights and weekends in retail space.
Education
Columbus State University
Professional Management Program
01.2020
Kennesaw State University
Criminal Justice
05.2013
University Overview
Obtained all core classes for college credit.
Pickens High School
High School Diploma
05.2010
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Time Management Skills
- Multi-Tasking Abilities
- Report Writing
- Accident Scene Documentation
- Public Service
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Information Technology
- Supervision
- Driving Skills
Certification
- Emergency Medical Instructor, 12/2021
- General Instructor, 10/2021
- Field Training Officer, 03/2019
- Police Mandate, 09/2015
- Class A Drivers License, 12/2012
Timeline
Sergeant Marshal
Cherokee Marshal's Office
02.2023 - Current
Deputy Marshal First Class
Cherokee Marshal's Office
07.2015 - 02.2023
Animal Control Officer
Cherokee Marshal's Office
02.2014 - 07.2015
Truck Driver
Bobby Tucker Hauling
05.2013 - 02.2014
Assistant Meat Manager
Publix Super Market
01.2010 - 05.2013
Columbus State University
Professional Management Program
Kennesaw State University
Criminal Justice
Pickens High School
High School Diploma