Daren Hobson
Milton
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Police Corporal with the Alabama State Port Authority, skilled in traffic enforcement and community relations. Proven track record in enhancing public safety through effective crime prevention strategies and rapid response coordination. Strong leadership abilities complemented by physical fitness and first aid expertise, ensuring optimal performance in high-pressure situations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Corporal
Alabama State Port Authority
07.2019 - Current
- Served as acting supervisor when necessary, effectively managing officer assignments and overseeing daily operations.
- Improved police response time through efficient coordination with fellow officers and dispatchers.
- Assisted with crime scene processing by collecting evidence meticulously.
- Managed employee scheduling and evaluations.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities during stressful situations providing guidance and support to fellow officers.
- Enhanced productivity by conducting, training new hires and evaluating performances.
- Monitored alarms and security cameras and responded to issues.
- Provided support during emergency situations such as natural disasters or terrorist attacks, ensuring public safety and order.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 7 officers.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and of note in local areas.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance in need.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
Police Officer
Town of Summerdale
03.2015 - 11.2018
- 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.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Police Officer
Town of Elberta
10.2012 - 03.2015
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Police Officer
City of Lumberton
04.2009 - 03.2012
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Police Officer
City Of Meriden
04.2009 - 03.2012
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-1990
Skills
- Traffic enforcement
- Physical fitness
- Community relations
- Crime prevention
- Radar speed measurement
- First aid and CPR
Accomplishments
- Achieved FTO Training Certificate by completing 40 hrs of training with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved Taser x26 Certification by completing 16 hrs of training with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved State of Alabama law enforcement police training academy certificate by completing with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved State of Mississippi law enforcement police training academy certificate by completing with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
Timeline
Police Corporal
Alabama State Port Authority
07.2019 - Current
Police Officer
Town of Summerdale
03.2015 - 11.2018
Police Officer
Town of Elberta
10.2012 - 03.2015
Police Officer
City of Lumberton
04.2009 - 03.2012
Police Officer
City Of Meriden
04.2009 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Meridian Community College
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