Daniel Carpenter
Buckeye,AZ
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant
Arizona Department Of Corrections
09.2014 - 03.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Supervised up to 20 staff plus up to 400 incarcerated adult females.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Officer
Arizona Department Of Corrections
08.2004 - 09.2014
- Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
- Mitigated potential risks by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate countermeasures or contingency plans as needed.
- Wrote detailed narrative reports for use in investigations.
- Prepared and submitted detailed reports regarding assignments and ongoing investigations.
- Responded to emergency calls relayed from dispatcher or supervisors and communicated situation details to other officers.
- Reported safety and fire hazards observed on routine patrols and during inspections.
- Conducted surveillance to detect suspicious activity.
- Completed patrols in assigned areas to identify and deter criminal activities.
- Spearheaded successful projects from conception through completion, showcasing strong project management abilities.
- Interrogated suspects and witnesses to investigate crime scenes and criminal actions.
- Collected, preserved and analyzed evidence found at crime scenes.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Soldier
United States Army
09.1999 - 08.2002
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
- Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
- Conducted regular maintenance of equipment and vehicles, ensuring maximum reliability and readiness for mission-critical tasks.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to solve complex problems while working under pressure in dynamic environments.
- Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Ensured mission success with diligent planning, coordination, and execution of various tasks.
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Improved team cohesion by conducting regular training exercises and fostering a supportive environment.
- Promoted a culture of accountability by enforcing strict adherence to military standards and protocols.
- Increased unit readiness by regularly assessing personnel performance and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining thorough records of personnel, equipment, and supplies.
- Risk-assessed environments and implemented appropriate security measures.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Managed weapon handling, delivery, and shipping systems.
- Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.
- Upheld Army dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
- Reloaded and resupplied weapons systems to maintain preparedness against enemy threats.
Education
GED -
Woodstock High School, Woodstock, IL US
Woodstock, IL06.1997
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Calm Under Pressure
- Decision-Making
- Verbal Communication
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of up to 20 staff members.
- Supervised 6 gang intelligence officers.
- Managed The Prisons inmate wildland firefighter program
- Managed the staffing levels of the Prison and assigned staff to fill public safety requirements.
- Achieved Supervisor of the quarter through effectively helping with institutional operations without incident.
Certification
- National Wildfire Coordinating Group Wildland Fire Fighter type 1 - 2020-2024
- National Wildfire Coordinating Group Wildland Fire Chainsaw Operations- 2017-2024
- National Wildfire Coordinating Group Wildland Fire Fighter type 2 - 2017-2020
- Arizona Department of Corrections Special Security unit Academy - 2016
- Arizona Department of Corrections Sergeants Leadership Academy - 2014
- Arizona Department of Corrections Service Dog Academy - 2010 and 2012
- Arizona Department of Corrections Firearms instructor- 2007-2017
- Arizona Department of Corrections Staff instructor - 2007-2017
- Arizona Department of Corrections Tactical Operator Academy- 2008
- Arizona Department of Corrections Staff instructor 2007-2017
- CPR/ First Aid- 2014-2024
- Motivational Interviewing- 2014
- Yearly Non violent crisis intervention- 2004-2024
- National Incident management classes IS 100, 200, 700
- Certified yearly with Glock 9mm, Remmington 870 shotgun, M4 Rifle, Chemical agent use, Mechanical and Soft restraints.
Timeline
Sergeant
Arizona Department Of Corrections
09.2014 - 03.2024
Officer
Arizona Department Of Corrections
08.2004 - 09.2014
Soldier
United States Army
09.1999 - 08.2002
GED -
Woodstock High School, Woodstock, IL US