Desiree Mathis
Conyers,United States
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience as a Police Officer and Military Police Officer. Proven expertise in crisis intervention and conflict resolution, successfully securing crime scenes and testifying in court. Committed to maintaining high ethical standards while fostering community trust through effective communication and comprehensive report composition. Adaptable and reliable, always ready to respond to evolving situations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Dekalb County Police Department
06.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
Military Police Officer
US Army
06.2017 - 02.2025
- Maintained strict adherence to military law enforcement standards, resulting in a safe environment for personnel and civilians.
- Participated in anti-terrorism measures by identifying potential threats and taking appropriate action to mitigate risk.
- Trained new Military Police Officers on proper procedures and protocols, improving overall unit readiness and effectiveness.
- Conducted thorough investigations into criminal activity on base, leading to successful apprehension and prosecution of offenders.
- Provided security support for high-profile events, ensuring the safety of all attendees including high-ranking officials and dignitaries.
Police Officer
Roswell Police Department
09.2022 - 02.2023
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL02-2025
Skills
- Comprehensive Report Composition
- Strong Ethical Standards
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- Criminal Case Analysis
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Firearms Proficiency
- Crime scene management
Accomplishments
- Successfully reduced mailed contraband by 40% after being appointed Installation Contraband Custodian during deployment.
- Designed and implemented Microsoft Excel inventory tracking spreadsheets to enhance accountability and efficiency.
- Earned prestigious awards, including the Army Achievement Medal (AAM), Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Driver’s Badge, and Overseas Deployment Ribbon.
- Recognized as Investigator of the Year by peers and supervisors for outstanding investigative work.
- Received multiple challenge coins for exceptional performance and dedication to duty.
- Commended for outstanding police work, including the apprehension of felony suspects and successfully intervening in a suicide attempt.
Certification
- Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification - State POST Boards.
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Certification - Various State Law Enforcement Agencies.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Law Enforcement Training Certification
- Intermediate Law Enforcement Certification
- Army OPSEC Level I
- Antiterrorism Awareness Training
- Combating Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) General Awareness
- Cyber Awareness Challenge Training
- Human Rights Awareness
- Georgia Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program
- U.S. Army Threat Awareness and Reporting Program (TARP)
Timeline
Police Officer
Roswell Police Department
09.2022 - 02.2023
Police Officer
Dekalb County Police Department
06.2018 - Current
Military Police Officer
US Army
06.2017 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
American InterContinental University
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