ELVIS ACKERMAN
Homestead
Summary
Accomplished Law Enforcement Professional with 20+ years in municipal policing and military leadership. Proven expertise in patrol operations, field training, DUI enforcement, investigations, and crisis intervention. Recognized for sound judgment and effective performance under high-stress conditions. Aspiring to contribute as a Deputy with Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer | Field Training Officer | Drug Recognition Expert | Law Enforcement Diver
Homestead Police Department
11.2004 - Current
- Enhanced community safety through proactive patrols and prompt service.
- Trained and mentored probationary officers as a dedicated Field Training Officer, resulting in well trained officers for the future productivity and leadership of the police department.
- Executed DUI and drug-impaired driving investigations with thorough evaluations, resulting in high conviction rates.
- Compiled comprehensive reports and affidavits for criminal and traffic matters, resulting in high conviction rates.
- Wrote search warrants for blood in DUI crash investigations cases involving serious bodily injuries or death, resulting in high DUI conviction rates.
- Collaborated with specialized units to address DUI enforcement and community issues.
- Upheld high standards of safety, awareness, and professionalism in all operations.
- Enforced local laws and regulations, ensuring community safety and compliance.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to resolve cases.
Sergeant First Class (E-7), Preventive Medicine Specialist (68S)
United States Army Reserve
01.2013 - Current
- Served in leadership roles including Squad Leader, Detachment Sergeant, and Force Health Protection NCOIC.
- Supervised and trained Soldiers in preventive medicine and operational readiness.
- Conducted environmental health inspections and operational risk assessments.
- Managed administrative duties including evaluations, personnel actions, and mission planning.
- Combat Deployments:
- Operation Freedom Sentinel – Afghanistan
- Operation Inherent Resolve – Iraq
- Operation Jupiter Shield – Horn of Africa
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD04-2027
Skills
- Patrol Operations
- Field Training and Mentorship
- DUI and DRE Enforcement
- Criminal and Traffic Investigations
- Report Writing and Case Preparation
- Officer Safety and Tactical Response
- Crisis Intervention and De-escalation
- Community-Oriented Policing
- Interagency Coordination
- Military Leadership
Certification
- Florida Law Enforcement Certification
- Field Training Officer Certification
- Drug Recognition Expert
- Breath Test Operator
- ARIDE and SFST
- Agency Inspector – Alcohol Testing Program
- Crisis Intervention Team
- PADI Police Diver
- Taser Certification
- CPR / First Aid / AED
Timeline
Sergeant First Class (E-7), Preventive Medicine Specialist (68S)
United States Army Reserve
01.2013 - Current
Police Officer | Field Training Officer | Drug Recognition Expert | Law Enforcement Diver
Homestead Police Department
11.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Maryland Global Campus
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
- Officer of the Month (3), Life Saving Award (3), Letters of Commendation
- Military Awards and Decorations:, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal with Combat Device, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (2), National Defense Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (3), Armed Forces Reserve Medal with Mobilization Device (2), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Combat Action Badge, Expert Marksmanship Badge, German Armed Forces Marksmanship Badge (Gold), German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge (Gold), NATO Medal