Damon Barnes
Orlando,FL
Summary
Accomplished Police Officer with a proven track record at the Orlando Police Department with nearly 25 years school resource officer experience, specializing in community policing and crisis intervention. Excelled in building trust within diverse communities and enhancing public safety through strategic planning and coordination. Demonstrated expertise in investigative skills and conflict de-escalation, significantly contributing to safer school environments and fostering positive relationships.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Orlando Police Department
12.1996 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Served as a liaison between the school district and local law enforcement agencies, facilitating cooperation on joint initiatives and sharing pertinent information.
- Promoted positive relationships between students, staff, and law enforcement through community outreach programs.
- Educated students on personal safety measures through presentations and interactive workshops.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Collaborated with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans.
- Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
- Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers, and administration.
- Provided security and safety to school staff and students.
- Contributed to developing threat assessment protocols that aided in identifying potential risks within the school community early on.
- Supported school administration efforts in enforcing policies related to drug use, bullying, violence prevention, and overall student conduct expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Edward Waters College
Jacksonville, FL04-1994
Skills
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Planning and coordination
- Human relations
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Police reports
- Safety improvements
- Community policing
- Investigative skills
- Write case reports
- Scene security
- Serve subpoenas
- Communication Skills
- Criminal law understanding
- Public disturbance resolution
- Radio communication
- Arresting suspects
- Public disturbance investigation
Timeline
Police Officer
Orlando Police Department
12.1996 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Edward Waters College
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