Daniel Lowe
Acworth,GA
Summary
Accomplished Internal Affairs Investigator with a well-rounded career in the field of Public Safety. A previous Cobb County Sheriff’s Deputy, a Cobb County Police Field Training Officer, a Cobb County Firefighter AEMT, a Cobb County Hazardous Material Technician, and a Cobb County Firefighter III. With a total of thirteen years in law enforcement and ten years in the fire service, having responded to situations from a multitude of different angles. Adept in investigations, evidence analysis, and ethical practices. Focused on keeping the integrity of the department safe through superior investigations. Assists fellow employees and superiors in complex investigations while mentoring junior investigators.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Affairs Investigator
Cobb County Department Of Public Safety
09.2021 - Current
- Mentoring new investigators to ensure consistent understanding of policies and procedures across the team.
- Establishing a strong rapport with complainants and witnesses to gather accurate information during investigations.
- Have conducted background investigations on approximately 333 firefighter applicants, which forty eight of those applicants have been hired.
- Have been the lead investigator in twelve misconduct investigations and assisted in seven misconduct investigations.
Firefighter
Cobb County Fire And Emergency Services
05.2014 - 09.2021
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated a wide variety of apparatuses: fire engines, ladders trucks, hazardous material tractor trailer, decon tractor trailer, and the Cobb County Mobile Command Center.
- A member of the Hazmat Team, AARF certification, Tiller Truck certification, and a Firefighter III.
- Created and taught a "Situational Awareness" class that discussed safety tactics while on scene of EMS calls. The course referred to EMT personnel being attacked by the patient. The course was two hours in its entirety and has been taught to every recruit class since 2021.
Police Officer
Cobb County Police Department
04.2007 - 05.2014
- 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.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Five years at Precinct One Morning Watch and two years at Precinct Three Morning Watch. A Field Training Officer for three years.
Deputy Sheriff
Cobb County Sheriff's Office
03.2001 - 04.2007
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Worked in the Adult Detention Center, the prison unit, Juvenile Court, Magistrate Court, State Court, Superior Court, Field Operations, and the Domestic Violence Division.
- Served civil papers, temporary protective orders, and approximately 500 arrest warrants. Participated in evictions, funeral escorts, and transports.
- Chosen to participate in the 2004 G8-Summit at Sea Island, Georgia.
Education
Golf Course Management
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, GA01-1996
High School Diploma -
Osborne High School
Smyrna, GA06-1995
Skills
- Data collection
- Policy enforcement
- Evidence analysis
- Investigative interviewing
- Interview techniques
- Background checks
- Complaint investigation
- Ethical and honest
- Detailed report writing
- Continuous improvement
- IPTM Police Internal Affairs
- Interview and Interrogation
- Field Training Officer
- Field Training Officer Leadership
- Supervisor Skills
- Leadership verses Management
- Developing Leadership
- Fire Instructor I
Relevant Certifications
Timeline
Internal Affairs Investigator
Cobb County Department Of Public Safety
09.2021 - Current
Firefighter
Cobb County Fire And Emergency Services
05.2014 - 09.2021
Police Officer
Cobb County Police Department
04.2007 - 05.2014
Deputy Sheriff
Cobb County Sheriff's Office
03.2001 - 04.2007
Golf Course Management
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
High School Diploma -
Osborne High School
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