Darren Crochet
103 Texaco St. Pierre Part,La
Summary
I am an honorably discharged Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. with a thirty-four-year career in Law Enforcement, I have amassed a wealth of experience in conducting and managing criminal investigations, developing and implementing policy and procedures, and training law enforcement personnel and civilians in crime prevention and emergency preparedness. This breadth of experience equips me with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and nuances of the field.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Agent
Louisiana Department of Justice
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2016 - Current
- Investigated suspected and alleged criminal violations of laws to determine if evidence warrants prosecution.
- Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest to gather statements for use in criminal investigations.
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
- Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
Law Enforcement Trainer/Post Coordinator
APSO/LADOJ
01.1993 - Current
- POST Coordinator for LADOJ
- Implemented and facilitated successful training programs to increase employee engagement, retention and productivity.
- Designed and developed training materials for new employees in the organization.
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Organized and facilitated classroom workshops, webinars, and one-on-one coaching sessions.
- Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.
- Facilitated group discussions between participants to promote active engagement in learning activities.
- Documented all training activities including attendance records, feedback forms, surveys.
Captain / Chief of Detectives
Assumption Parish Sheriffs Office
Napoleonville, LA
01.2010 - 03.2016
- Directed investigations into major criminal cases and oversaw the work of detectives assigned to specific investigations.
- Supervised subordinate personnel in the Detective Bureau, conducted performance evaluations, and provided guidance and direction as necessary.
- Established goals and objectives for the Detectives Bureau, developed policies to accomplish them, and monitored progress towards their achievement.
- Provided advice on investigative techniques and procedures to ensure compliance with departmental guidelines.
- Provided testimony in court regarding evidence gathered during investigations.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in multi-jurisdictional investigations.
- Addressed public concerns related to detective operations at community meetings.
- Attended meetings with prosecutors to discuss ongoing investigations or pending cases.
- Assisted in developing training programs for new detectives as well as continuing education courses for experienced detectives.
- Maintained records of all arrests made by detectives under his and her command.
Warden
Assumption Parish Sheriffs Office
Napoleonville, LA
10.2008 - 06.2010
- Conducted training sessions for new wardens on various aspects of their duties, such as discipline enforcement, responding to emergencies, and other topics related to correctional work.
- Monitored inmates' activities within the prison and ensured compliance with rules and regulations.
- Organized inmate programs such as educational classes, recreational activities, religious services, counseling sessions, and job assignments.
- Developed strategies for diffusing potentially violent situations between inmates or staff members before they escalated into physical altercations.
- Coordinated with outside agencies such as probation officers or social workers to provide additional resources for inmates upon release from prison.
- Supervised subordinate correctional officers in their day-to-day tasks including booking procedures, cell searches, meal distribution, mail delivery.
- Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
- Assigned and monitored training needs of subordinate staff members to close knowledge and performance gaps.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice with a concentration in Organization Law Enforcement Leadership
American Military University
West Virginia07.2016
Criminal Justice/ Leadership -
FBI National Academy
Quantico, VALaw Enforcement
Louisiana State University Law Enforcement Training Academy
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Criminal Investigation
- Law Enforcement Training
- Public Safety Programs
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Employee Supervision
- Team Building and Leadership
- Hand-to-hand combat training
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Budget Management
Awards
- 1984 -1988 US Marines - awarded 4 Meritorious Mast
- 1984 -1988 US Marines - awarded 2 Sea Service Medals
- 1987 US Marines - awarded Good Conduct Medal
- 1996 Deputy of the Year Parish Level, American Legion
- 1996 Deputy of the Year State Level, American Legion
Extra-Curricular Activities
- Special Olympics Annual Polar Plunge
- St. Jude's Tae-Kwon-Do Break a Thon
- Blue Dragon - Tae-Kwon-Do Martial Arts College - 1999 to present
- RAD KIDS self defense program
- R.A.D. Rape Aggression Defense Program
- Women's Self Defense class
Affiliations
- American Legion Post 328
- Louisiana Homicide Investigators Association
- FBI National Academy Associates
- FBI LEEDA (FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association
- Louisiana Sheriff's Association
Training
- Use of Force Instructor
- Defensive Tactics Instructor (PPCT-MDTS)
- Chemical Weapon Instructor
- Tactical Baton Instructor
- Taser Instructor
- ALERRT (Active Shooter Instructor)
- CRASE ( Civilian Response to Active Shooter Instructor)
- Domestic Violence Investigation Instructor
- Elderly Crimes investigation Instructor
- Neighborhood Watch Instructor
- R.A.D. Instructor
- R.A.D. KIDS Instructor
- 6 th Degree Master Instructor (Tae kwon do)
- Certified in Homicide Investigation
- Certified in Use of Force Investigation
Timeline
Special Agent
Louisiana Department of Justice
03.2016 - Current
Captain / Chief of Detectives
Assumption Parish Sheriffs Office
01.2010 - 03.2016
Warden
Assumption Parish Sheriffs Office
10.2008 - 06.2010
Law Enforcement Trainer/Post Coordinator
APSO/LADOJ
01.1993 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice with a concentration in Organization Law Enforcement Leadership
American Military University
Criminal Justice/ Leadership -
FBI National Academy
Law Enforcement
Louisiana State University Law Enforcement Training Academy
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