Duncan Wiggins
Police Officer
Cadiz,KY
Summary
Seasoned police professional with 31 years of experience in law enforcement. Adept at budgeting, performing personnel management and operation management. Sound knowledge of operational standards, policies, and procedures. Also a qualified Training Coordinator with 26 years of police training experience. Enthusiastic about contributing to successful training programs. Knowledgeable about coordinating schedules and program implementation.
Talented unmanned aircraft operator bringing experience in commercial photo and video operations combined with diligent approach and stellar history of safe operations.
Excellent multitasker, organizer and problem-solver.
Operates under dynamic conditions with calm, level-headed approach.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Instructor
Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Implemented lesson plans and motivated students to learn and participate.
- Assessed student progress and prepared reports detailing academic progress.
- Developed and implemented relevant curriculum, lectures, assignments and exams.
Police Officer
Cadiz Police Department
Cadiz, KY
10.2023 - Current
- Talk regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Secure crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Investigate and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Answer emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Apprehend offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Respond immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Monitor crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Chief of Police
Cadiz Police Department
Cadiz, KY
09.2019 - 08.2023
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 11 subordinates.
- Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
- Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading Cadiz Police Department and establishing operational goals.
- Effectively rolled out new systems for criminal prosecutorial case logs, crime reports, investigations, suspect records and operational agendas, resulting in strengthened traceability.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Operator / Photographer
Blue Line Aerial Photography LLC
Cadiz, KY
03.2021 - Current
- Maintained compliance with FAA, Part 107 certification requirements for every flight.
- Completed more than 80 flight hours with multiple types of small unmanned aircraft.
- Completed complex photo shoots at outdoor real estate / property locations.
- Digitally edited photos and video to enhance appearance.
- Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.
Police Major /Training Director
Cadiz Police Department
Cadiz, KY
01.2003 - 09.2019
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Implemented training programs for over 20 new recruits.
- Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for active shooter and response to resistance training courses.
- Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences and workshops.
Police Lieutenant
Cadiz Police Department
Cadiz, KY
09.1996 - 01.2003
- Led law enforcement training on weapons, deadly force and response to resistance.
- Managed Trigg County Schools Drug Abuse Resistance Education program for over 2100 students.
- Provided support and guidance on criminal investigations involving computers and mobile devices.
Police Officer
Cadiz Police Department
Cadiz, KY
05.1994 - 09.1996
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes on foot, bicycle and vehicle.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Was assigned to Cadiz Housing Authority as Community Police Officer
Police Officer
Guthrie Police Department
Gurthie, KY
01.1992 - 01.1994
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
- Was the first police academy graduate in the Guthrie Police Department's History
Combat Engineer (12B)
US Army
Ft. Campbell, KY
05.1988 - 01.1992
- Constructed bridges and temporary roadways to facilitate movement of large convoys of equipment and personnel to and from battle areas.
- Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Operated multiple types of light equipment to prepare roads, runways and bunkers.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to commanders.
- Received Army Commendation Medal for action during Desert Shield / Storm
Combat Engineer (12B)
California National Guard
Yuba City, CA
11.1986 - 05.1988
- Constructed bridges and temporary roadways to facilitate movement of large convoys of equipment and personnel to and from battle areas.
- Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to commanders.
- Worked installing and removing minefields in training operations areas, often working under time constraints and in volatile geographic areas.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
Education
Completed - Over 2000 Hours of Training
Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training
Eastern Kentucky UniversityCertificate - Police Supervision / Management
Criminal Justice Executive Development Class 24
Kentucky Department Of Criminal Justice Training03.2019
Certification - Police Instruction
Police Instructor Development
Kentucky Department Of Criminal Justice Training08.2017
Certificate - Basic Police Science
Police Basic Training
Kentucky Department Criminal Justice Training02.1993
GED -
Lindhurst High School
Olivehurst, CA01.1988
Certificate - Intermediate Law Enforcement Officer - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
Richmond, KY 08.2006 - 08.2023
Certificate - Advanced Law Enforcement Officer - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
Richmond, KY 08.2006 - 08.2006
Certificate - Law Enforcement Supervisor - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
Richmond, KY 12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement Manager - Law Enforcement Administration
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
Richmond, KY 12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement Training Officer - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
Richmond, KY 12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement Officer Investigator - Law Enforcement Investigation And Interviewing
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
Richmond, KY 12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement Tactical Officer - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
Richmond, KY 12.2022 - 12.2022
Skills
- Training and Development
- Problem-Solving
- Written Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- Interpersonal Communication
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Training Program Design
- Class Lecturing
- Relationship Building
- Microsoft Office
- Aircraft operations procedures
- Retouching and color correction
- Video Editing
Certification
- Certified FAA Part 107 sUAS Pilot, Blue Line Aerial Photography LLC - March 2021 to Present
- Certified Police Instructor, Kentucky Law Enforcement Council - November 2017 to November 2020
Timeline
Police Officer
Cadiz Police Department
10.2023 - Current
Certificate - Law Enforcement Supervisor - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement Manager - Law Enforcement Administration
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement Training Officer - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement Officer Investigator - Law Enforcement Investigation And Interviewing
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
12.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement Tactical Officer - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
12.2022 - 12.2022
Adjunct Instructor
Hopkinsville Community College
08.2022 - 08.2023
Small Unmanned Aircraft Operator / Photographer
Blue Line Aerial Photography LLC
03.2021 - Current
Chief of Police
Cadiz Police Department
09.2019 - 08.2023
Certificate - Intermediate Law Enforcement Officer - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
08.2006 - 08.2023
Certificate - Advanced Law Enforcement Officer - Law Enforcement
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
08.2006 - 08.2006
Police Major /Training Director
Cadiz Police Department
01.2003 - 09.2019
Police Lieutenant
Cadiz Police Department
09.1996 - 01.2003
Police Officer
Cadiz Police Department
05.1994 - 09.1996
Police Officer
Guthrie Police Department
01.1992 - 01.1994
Combat Engineer (12B)
US Army
05.1988 - 01.1992
Combat Engineer (12B)
California National Guard
11.1986 - 05.1988
- Certified FAA Part 107 sUAS Pilot, Blue Line Aerial Photography LLC - March 2021 to Present
- Certified Police Instructor, Kentucky Law Enforcement Council - November 2017 to November 2020
Completed - Over 2000 Hours of Training
Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training
Certificate - Police Supervision / Management
Criminal Justice Executive Development Class 24
Certification - Police Instruction
Police Instructor Development
Certificate - Basic Police Science
Police Basic Training
GED -
Lindhurst High School
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