Grace-Marie Zopf
Stuart,FL
Summary
Seasoned Law Enforcement professional well-versed in criminal investigation practices, including gathering evidence and developing incident reports. Eager to leverage 24 years of law enforcement experience, including expertise in traffic enforcement and in-depth knowledge of public safety protocols.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol
Martin County Sheriff Office
Stuart, United States
09.1997 - Current
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Drafted reports detailing incidents and safety violations
- Investigated vehicle crashes, intoxicated drivers made several arrests for impairment
Reserve Deputy
Martin County Sheriff Office
Stuart, FL
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements
911 Emergency Dispatcher
Martin County Sheriff Office
Stuart, FL
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Questioned callers to determine nature of problems and locations to direct type of response needed.
- Operated telephone and radio equipment to receive requests and reports from police officers, medical dispatch and firefighting crews.
- Entered criminal record checks, driver's license numbers and warrants into telecommunications systems to fulfill officer requests.
- Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Handled several 100 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns
Education
No Degree -
Palm Beach Atlantic University - West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FLAssociate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FLAssociate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FLLaw Enforcement Academy - Basic Recuit
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL12.1995
High School Diploma -
Palm Beach Lakes High School
West Palm Beach, FL05.1989
Skills
- Issuing Citations
- Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
- Emergency Response
- Problem Solving
- Accident Investigations
- Report Writing
- First Aid
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Criminal Investigations
- Suspect Pursuance and Arrest
- Public Safety
- Protecting People and Property
- Community Relations
- Service-Orientation
- Time Management
- Court Testimony
- Decision Making
- Information Verification
- Police Patrol Operations
- Search and Seizure Laws
- Local, State and Federal Regulations
- Suspicious Activity Monitoring
- Investigative Reports
- Law Enforcement Information Databases
- Evidence Preservation
- Motor Vehicle Operation
- Directing Traffic
- Public Service
- Crime Scene Processing
Accomplishments
Mother's Against Drunk Driving 100 plus DUI Arrests Award 2001
Mother's Against Drunk Driving 100 plus DUI Arrest Award 2002
Life Saving Awards 2011 2015
Certification
General Instructor Certification
Breath Test Operator
Radar/Laser Operator
THI Certification
Driving Instructor Certification Expired
Defensive Tactics Instructor Certification Expired
Field Training Officer Certification
In Car video certification
Line Supervision Certification
Middle Management Certification
Instructor Techniques Certification
Timeline
911 Emergency Dispatcher
Martin County Sheriff Office
03.2022 - 09.2022
Reserve Deputy
Martin County Sheriff Office
01.2022 - 09.2022
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol
Martin County Sheriff Office
09.1997 - Current
No Degree -
Palm Beach Atlantic University - West Palm Beach
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Palm Beach State College
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Indian River State College
Law Enforcement Academy - Basic Recuit
Indian River State College
High School Diploma -
Palm Beach Lakes High School