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Danny Handford

Newton,MS

Summary

Dynamic law enforcement professional with proven expertise in crime deterrence and exceptional problem-solving skills, honed at the Scott County Sheriff Department and Forest Police Department. Excelled in hostage negotiation and delivering customer satisfaction, achieving project objectives through effective teamwork and innovative solutions. Demonstrates a strong commitment to public safety and community service.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patrolman

Scott County Sheriff Department
Forest, MS
12.2024 - Current
  • Conducted traffic stops, issued citations and warnings for violations of the law.
  • Assisted other officers in apprehending suspects when necessary.
  • Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
  • Facilitated traffic flow during peak hours and provided assistance at accident scenes.
  • Enforced local ordinances related to curfew, noise control or loitering.

Seargeant

Forest Police Department
Forest, MS
12.2009 - 10.2022
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS

Skills

  • Crime deterrence
  • Summons issuance
  • Hostage negotiation
  • Self-defense tactics
  • Arrest procedures
  • Offender arrest

Certification

  • Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training Certificate
  • 8 hour Comprehensive Report Writing Class
  • Taser Training Program Taser X26
  • Proactive Criminal Patrol

Timeline

Patrolman

Scott County Sheriff Department
12.2024 - Current

Seargeant

Forest Police Department
12.2009 - 10.2022
  • Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training Certificate
  • 8 hour Comprehensive Report Writing Class
  • Taser Training Program Taser X26
  • Proactive Criminal Patrol

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Hinds Community College
Danny Handford