Elmer K. Settles
Hutto,TX
Summary
Seasoned professional in law enforcement recognized for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in critical incident response, crime scene management, and community policing, which enhance ability to serve and protect effectively. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and leadership, ensuring positive outcomes in high-pressure situations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
City Of Austin Police Department
Austin, TX
11.2002 - 03.2025
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Attained staff feedback to deliver information to superiors for corrective action.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Performed searches for missing persons using a variety of investigative methods.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for criminal prosecution case logs, records, reports and agendas.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Observed court proceedings related to cases involving police work.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational deployment material filing systems for confidential employee records and reports.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
- Counseled victims of domestic violence regarding available resources and legal options.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technician
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TXSkills
- Traffic direction
- Surveillance expert
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Weapons safety
- Emergency planning
- Drug enforcement
- Interpersonal Communication
- Traffic laws
- Law enforcement
- Conflict de-escalation
- Patrol procedures
- Emergency response
- Police reports
- Investigative skills
- Case management
- Patience and empathy
- Firearms proficiency
- Verbal and written communication
- Shift scheduling
Affiliations
- I enjoy coaching youth football
Certification
- Master Peace Officer
- Tactical Surveillance
- Tactical Pistol
- Court Security
Accomplishments
- Meritorious Unit Citation
- Purple Heart
- Safe Driving Citation
- Honorable Conduct Award
Timeline
Police Officer
City Of Austin Police Department
11.2002 - 03.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technician
San Jacinto College
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