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DREW LEBLANC

Thibodaux,LA

Summary

7 years a Direct Supervisor in-charge of 40 personnel, while serving in the Armed Forces. 9 years as a Patrol/ Detective working numerous high profile cases, with a 100% murder conviction rating. 3 years as Director of Planning/Research. Masters Degree in Criminal Justice. Graduate Certificate in Corrections Leadership. Deputy SWAT Commander en-charge of 50 personnel. Graduate of the National Tactical Officers Association Command College (Two Star Credible Leader).

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Writer

Forefront Emergency Management
Houma, LA
03.2023 - Current
  • Reviewed and edited technical documents for accuracy, clarity, and grammar.
  • Gathered information from subject matter experts to create technical documentation.
  • Created illustrations and diagrams to supplement written material.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable standards while creating technical documents.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to improve product documentation.
  • Proofread documents for accuracy before publication.
  • Created templates for standardizing style across multiple documents.
  • Developed workflow diagrams illustrating complex processes.

Patrol Deputy

Lafayette Parish Sheriffs Office
Lafayette, LA
01.2011 - 04.2022
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity, enforce laws and ensure public safety.
  • Conducted traffic stops for violations of the law, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
  • Investigated complaints from citizens, documented reports and collected evidence.
  • Provided assistance to victims of crimes and accidents.
  • Attended court hearings to present evidence in criminal cases.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service such as domestic disputes or robberies in progress.
  • Interviewed witnesses and suspects to obtain information about incidents being investigated.
  • Assisted other law enforcement agencies with investigations as requested.
  • Instructed community members on crime prevention methods and techniques.

Director of Research and Development (Lieutenant)

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
Lafayette, LA
02.2016 - 04.2019
  • En-charge of overseeing progressive policing modules and informing the Sheriff on new policing techniques and initiatives.
  • Establishing a new report management system, jail management system, and conjoining modules for increased efficiency.
  • Act as a liaison to the Sheriff for the White House Criminal Justice Initiative on Mental Health.
  • Maintained working knowledge of new techniques, technologies and concepts.
  • Assisted with research into new product designs and production strategies.
  • Designed and executed experiments, analyzed and interpreted primary data and formed logical conclusions.
  • Explained work processes to peers and assisted in training new staff.
  • Used outstanding written and verbal communication skills to relate to both technical and non-technical personnel effectively and further research objectives.

Deputy SWAT Commander (Operations/Organization)

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
Lafayette, LA
05.2017 - 01.2019
  • En-charge of operations and organizational structure of the Lafayette Sheriff SWAT team.
  • Oversees thirty-five personnel, to include operators, negotiators, support services, and intelligence professionals.
  • Graduate of the National Tactical Officers Command College, level two certification.
  • Applied extensive training in law enforcement and combat tactics to protect stateside and international bases.
  • Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
  • Requisitioned, received and properly stored unit equipment and supplies.
  • Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for use of subordinate organizations.

Detective

Crimes Against Person's Detective
Lafayette, LA
07.2013 - 02.2016

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office

  • To oversee both misdemeanor and felony offenses. 
  • Prepared cases for trial and appeared and testified in court as a witness.
  • Conducted covert, undercover investigations to uncover ongoing crimes and crimes in progress.
  • 100% success rate on homicide investigations. 

Police Sergeant

United States Army
Lafayette, Louisiana
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Army Commendation Medal for exemplary leadership and training during summer training 2013.
  • Army Achievement Medal for outstanding situation awareness and heroism directly resulting in two lives saved.
  • Army Sergeant in-charge of 7 junior soldiers which 4 have reached a higher Army Rank as well as 3 reaching the rank of Army Sergeant while under his tutelage.
  • Implemented a new physical fitness training program which directly resulted in the highest success rating of Army Physical Fitness Standards in several years.

Corrections Deputy

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
Lafayette, LA
05.2010 - 01.2011
  • Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain the safety and security of personnel and the general public.
  • Maintained records and logs of man hours, materials and equipment used.
  • Continually monitored dormitories for inappropriate activity.
  • Wrote daily reports that included recommendations for further treatment strategies and diagnostic efforts.
  • Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
  • Conducted internal security checks and distributed meals.

Boatswains Mate 2nd Class (SW)

United States Navy
Sasebo, Japan
08.2005 - 08.2009
  • Navy And Marine Corps Achievement Medal for exemplary Leadership while on board the USS Harpers Ferry.
  • Assistant Leading Petty Officer In-charge of 30 personnel for rigorous duties.
  • Top Graduate of Navy Vessel Board Search and Seizure Swat School, Direct Trainer of over 400 shipboard personnel to meet Training Qualifications, Instructor for Seamanship Training Team, Force Protection Training Team, Anti-Terrorism, and Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist resulting in a 90% passing rate for all Qualifications.

Education

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Arizona State University
2016

Graduate Certificate - Corrections Leadership

Arizona State University
2016

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Phoenix
2015

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Budgeting
  • Business Management
  • SWAT
  • Data Analytics
  • Corrections Leadership
  • Interview/Interrogation
  • Criminal Theory
  • Criminal Justice Reform
  • Instructor

Interests

Family, World Traveling, Fitness, Transforming Lives through Direct Leadership, Data Analytics, Advanced Criminal Theory, Sentencing Reform, SWAT, Business, Business Law, Teaching, and Education. 

Affiliations

  • Member:Alpha Phi Sigma (National Honor Society for Criminal Justice)
  • Member:The 705 (Young Leaders of Acadiana)
  • Member:Lafayette Young Republicans

Skills

Business Communication, Business Management, Budgeting, Criminal Justice, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Instructor, Law Enforcement Leadership, Program Evaluation, Safety, Strategic Management, Interview/Interrogation, Public Speaking

Timeline

Technical Writer

Forefront Emergency Management
03.2023 - Current

Deputy SWAT Commander (Operations/Organization)

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
05.2017 - 01.2019

Director of Research and Development (Lieutenant)

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
02.2016 - 04.2019

Detective

Crimes Against Person's Detective
07.2013 - 02.2016

Patrol Deputy

Lafayette Parish Sheriffs Office
01.2011 - 04.2022

Police Sergeant

United States Army
01.2011 - 01.2014

Corrections Deputy

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
05.2010 - 01.2011

Boatswains Mate 2nd Class (SW)

United States Navy
08.2005 - 08.2009

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Arizona State University

Graduate Certificate - Corrections Leadership

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Phoenix
DREW LEBLANC