Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Dillon Cotton

Amarillo,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented Deputy Sheriff with proven skills in crime investigation, report writing, and public safety. Committed to upholding laws, and ensuring community safety through investigations and accurate documentation. Astute professional skilled at fostering public safety through timely response and resolution of public and domestic disturbances. Exceptional communicator with skill for alleviating tension in high-pressure situations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deputy Sheriff

Potter County Sheriff's Office
Amarillo, Texas
07.2022 - Current
  • Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety and enforce laws.
  • Prepared detailed reports and documentation for incidents and investigations.
  • Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
  • Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.

Water Meter Reader

City Of Amarillo
Amarillo, Texas
07.2019 - 07.2022
  • Conducted routine readings of water meters throughout assigned residential areas.
  • Recorded and reported meter readings accurately to maintain billing integrity.
  • Followed safety protocols while navigating various terrains and weather conditions.

Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Technition

Hoodz of Amarillo
Amarillo, Texas
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Maintained equipment and tools to ensure operational readiness and safety standards.
  • Assisted in cleaning and sanitizing commercial kitchens for optimal hygiene practices.
  • Conducted routine inspections of ventilation systems to identify maintenance needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

White Deer High School
White Deer, TX
05-2018

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX

Skills

  • Law enforcement
  • Report writing
  • Crime investigation
  • Evidence collection
  • Conflict resolution
  • Public safety

Affiliations

  • community outreach with local schools and church groups
  • Hold a position as Secretary on the Potter County Employee Benefits Board
  • spending time with my wife, daughters and family

Accomplishments

  • a commendation for going above and beyond in an area of need for Potter Co.

Certification

  • Licensed peace officer
  • Licensed jailer
  • Licensed with pistols, rifles, oc and baton
  • Certified first aid, cpr and stop-the-bleed
  • Alerrt certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Deputy Sheriff

Potter County Sheriff's Office
07.2022 - Current

Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Technition

Hoodz of Amarillo
10.2020 - 03.2021

Water Meter Reader

City Of Amarillo
07.2019 - 07.2022

High School Diploma -

White Deer High School

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Amarillo College
Dillon Cotton