Dustin Smith
Bowling Green
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with several years' experience in protecting and serving the public through policing. Expertise in strengthening relationships and trust between civilians and law enforcement agencies and positively influencing crime reporting in high-crime communities resulting in increased public and community safety. Highly skilled in coordinating teams of up to several individuals to achieve law enforcement objectives and proven success in coordinating with local and federal agencies to apprehend wanted persons and close criminal investigation cases. Demonstrated leadership in guiding teams to achieve excellence through improved relationships with the public, effective solutions, communication and public safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Enforcement Officer
Bowling Green Police Department
Bowling Green
09.2021 - 10.2025
- Conducted traffic stops to enforce laws and ensure public safety.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance in critical situations.
- Searched individuals for contraband items such as drugs or weapons.
- Prepared written reports of daily activities and irregularities such as equipment or property damage.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies on joint operations involving multiple jurisdictions.
- Provided testimony in court regarding investigations conducted or evidence collected.
- Interviewed victims, witnesses, suspects, and informants to obtain information about crimes.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
Cashier Assistant
Family Dollar
Wauchula
01.2015 - 05.2021
- Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions accurately and securely.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly to ensure satisfaction.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with incoming goods from delivery trucks as needed.
- Answered customers' questions concerning location, price and use of merchandise.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and there is adequate change.
- Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns, and exchanges.
- Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock, and arranged products to improve sales.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hardee Senior High School
Wauchula, FL05-2015
Skills
- Traffic enforcement
- Emergency response
- Report writing
- Court testimony
- Criminal investigation
- Community relations
- Leadership skills
- Training and mentoring
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Cash handling
Affiliations
Basketball Coach for Jr High / Youth Rec League
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Law Enforcement Officer
Bowling Green Police Department
09.2021 - 10.2025
Cashier Assistant
Family Dollar
01.2015 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Hardee Senior High School