Dakota Zeigler
Summary
Law enforcement professional prepared for impactful contributions to public safety. Adept at maintaining law and order with focus on community engagement. Reliable team player known for adaptability and achieving results. Skilled in conflict resolution and crisis management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Clarendon County Sheriff's Department
02.2024 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate reports and records, aiding in the proper documentation of cases for judicial proceedings.
- Coordinated with social services agencies like Child Protective Services or mental health specialists as required during specific incidents.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Testified effectively in court, presenting clear evidence that contributed to successful case outcomes.
- Enhanced public trust by providing professional and compassionate assistance during emergencies.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Improved community safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Prevented accidents by enforcing traffic laws and promoting safe driving practices among motorists.
Park Ranger
Poinsett State Park
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Increased park safety by conducting regular patrols and addressing potential hazards in a timely manner.
- Supported emergency response efforts during natural disasters or medical incidents, ensuring visitor wellbeing.
- Enforced laws and regulations within parks for campgrounds, trails, nature preserves and roadways.
- Enforced park rules consistently to protect natural resources while creating a safe environment for all visitors.
- Interacted pleasantly with visitors and promoted park rules, regulations and safety measures to educate and inform.
- Provided exceptional customer service at entrance stations, answering questions, offering assistance, and processing fee payments accurately.
- Provided information and guidance for park visitors, answered questions and inquiries and suggested trails for hiking.
- Guided tours for park visitors with focus on informative and safe visits.
- Distributed park and trail maps, provided park information and answered customer service questions.
- Assisted in wildlife management initiatives for maintaining healthy ecosystems within the park.
- Patrolled all areas by foot and vehicle to assess park conditions and notified maintenance department regarding trash and debris.
- Enhanced visitor experience by providing informative guided tours and educational programs on park history, flora, and fauna.
- Directed incoming and outgoing traffic during special events and identified available parking areas for drivers.
- Offered quality interpretive programming for school groups to foster appreciation for natural resources and encourage future environmental stewardship.
- Improved overall park cleanliness with meticulous litter removal and facility maintenance tasks.
- Informed visitors of current and recurring dangers posed by wildlife, terrain and inclement weather.
- Studied fish and wildlife habitats and behaviors before making conservation decisions.
- Administered first aid to visitors suffering from falls and minor injuries and contacted paramedics for hospital transport in serious cases.
- Utilized topography using GPS technology when analyzing park parameters and terrain.
- Monitored campground conditions regularly to ensure compliance with health regulations and address any necessary improvements proactively.
- Collected water and soil samples, recorded findings and reported critical information to supervisor.
- Maintained cleanliness and order within park, ensuring welcoming environment for all visitors.
- Increased visitor satisfaction by providing informative and friendly assistance at visitor centers.
Emergency Medical Technician
Sumter County EMS
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Wiring Technician
Labor Aiding Systems
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Performed routine maintenance checks on electrical systems to prevent future failures or malfunctions.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate completion of wiring projects.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Reduced downtime for equipment maintenance through diligent inspections and timely repairs.
- Performed detailed testing for proper connections, ensuring high-quality performance across all projects completed.
- Streamlined inventory management by maintaining an organized system for tracking tools, parts, and supplies.
- Achieved higher quality control in wiring installations by adhering to industry standards and best practices.
- Troubleshot wiring issues quickly and efficiently, ultimately reducing overall repair times.
- Optimized project timelines by effectively prioritizing tasks based on deadlines, resources, and client needs.
- Contributed to a reduction in operating costs through effective troubleshooting of electrical systems malfunctions.
- Diagnosed issues accurately, minimizing repeat service calls and saving time for both clients and the company.
- Conferred with management and design staff to fully understand and comply with strict production specifications.
- Labeled components and monitored use to keep accurate records.
- Utilized soldering and welding equipment to join and secure components in place.
Weapons Technician
Palmetto State Armory
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Optimized inventory management by tracking, cataloguing, and organizing all tools, equipment, and spare parts required for weapons maintenance.
- Safeguarded personnel safety with strict adherence to safety protocols during weapons handling and testing.
- Improved quality by efficiently maintaining and repairing a wide range of weapon systems.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic and professional attitude.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of maintenance actions performed on each weapon system, contributing to efficient tracking of service history data for future reference purposes.
- Streamlined repair processes through effective troubleshooting and root cause analysis on malfunctioning weapon systems.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by consistently maintaining an organized workspace, minimizing delays due to misplaced tools or resources.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs within tight deadlines, ensuring optimal performance in high-pressure situations.
- Enhanced weapons functionality by conducting thorough inspections and performing necessary repairs.
- Contributed to mission success by ensuring timely completion of all assigned tasks related to weapons maintenance and repair.
Pest Control Technician
Terminix Pest Control
05.2018 - 04.2020
- Applied pesticides to inside and outside of structures utilizing company protocols.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism, maintaining a clean appearance and courteous demeanor while interacting with clients.
- Educated and advised customers on preventive measures to reduce pest infestations.
- Conducted property and building walk-throughs to assess conditions, identify infestations, and isolate sources.
Correctional Officer
Turbeville Correctional Institute
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Education
GED -
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
3250 St. Matthews Rd. Orangeburg, SC12-2015
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Integrity and ethics
- Incident response
- Emergency response
- Physical fitness
- Interview techniques
- Crime investigation
- Defensive tactics
- Traffic enforcement
- Public safety
- Court proceedings
- Relationship building and management
- Courtroom testimony
- Patrol operations
- Community policing
- Arrest procedures
- Inmate processing
- Crime prevention
- Law enforcement
- Emergency management
- Criminal law
- Serving court documents
- Public disturbance investigation
- Evidence identification
- Public disturbance resolution
- Public event security
- Street patrol
- Evidence collection
- Traffic citations
- Foot pursuit
- Building security check
- Firearms proficiency
- First aid and CPR
- Critical thinking
- Report writing
- Decision-making
- Suspicious activity monitoring
- Search and seizure procedures
- Community relations
- Law enforcement information databases
Certification
- Disaster Response and Crisis Intervention Certifications – American Red Cross, FEMA.
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) Introduction Course IS-700.b – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Incident Command System for Law Enforcement IS-100.LEb Course Completion – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Certification - Various State Law Enforcement Agencies.
- Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) Certification ( Class 1) - SC Criminal Justice Academy
- Defensive Tactics Certification - SC Criminal Justice Academy
- Defensive Tactics Certification - SC Criminal Justice Academy
- SC Driver's License
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Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Icelandic
Elementary
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Clarendon County Sheriff's Department
02.2024 - Current
Park Ranger
Poinsett State Park
08.2023 - 02.2024
Emergency Medical Technician
Sumter County EMS
01.2022 - 10.2022
Wiring Technician
Labor Aiding Systems
07.2021 - 01.2022
Weapons Technician
Palmetto State Armory
04.2020 - 07.2021
Pest Control Technician
Terminix Pest Control
05.2018 - 04.2020
Correctional Officer
Turbeville Correctional Institute
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Disaster Response and Crisis Intervention Certifications – American Red Cross, FEMA.
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) Introduction Course IS-700.b – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Incident Command System for Law Enforcement IS-100.LEb Course Completion – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Certification - Various State Law Enforcement Agencies.
- Basic Law Enforcement (BLE) Certification ( Class 1) - SC Criminal Justice Academy
- Defensive Tactics Certification - SC Criminal Justice Academy
- Defensive Tactics Certification - SC Criminal Justice Academy
- SC Driver's License
-
GED -
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
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