Ethan Varnedoe
Brunswick,GA
Summary
I have been a police officer since March of 2017. I completed my field training and probationary period without incident. After 2 years of service on patrol, I was recommended by a veteran officer and completed the GPSTC Field Training Officer course through GA Post in Garden City Ga. I trained new and prior service officers until 2019 when I joined the Glynn County GOHS HEAT traffic team. There I completed Radar/lidar, standardized field sobriety, and advanced roadside impaired driver evaluation training. I investigated aggressive driving and DUI enforcement until 2020 when I requested transfer back to patrol. I continued training new officers until 2022 when I applied for and was accepted into GCPD CID. There I have trained in sexual assault investigation, gang recognition and prosecution, interviewing techniques and interrogations, Tac-Med, Street Gang Investigations, conspiracy investigations and others. I have successfully investigated, prosecuted and received convictions in homicide, aggravated assaults, robberies, criminal street gang activity, and sexual assaults. I have created operation plans and overseen their execution. Along with coordinating with multiple local agencies and federal agencies for large operations. In 2023 I tried out and was accepted on the Glynn County SWAT team. I have completed basic SWAT and received my certificate. I am proficient on all lethal weapons platforms and maintain a high level of proficiency. I am well versed in training new officers and have much experience applying and investigating all levels of felony and misdemeanor law.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
SWAT Operator
Glynn County Police Department
Brunswick, GA
03.2023 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls involving active shooters or barricaded suspects.
- Conducted tactical operations in high-risk environments.
- Participated in drills designed to test response times and preparedness levels.
- Investigated suspicious persons or vehicles for possible threats.
- Gathered intelligence information through interviews and open source research.
- Created reports detailing operational activities, results, and recommendations.
- Provided security for special events and dignitaries.
- Maintained proficiency with firearms and other weapons systems.
- Adhered to department policies regarding use of force guidelines.
- Monitored communications systems during field deployments.
- Developed strategies to safely and effectively resolve hostage situations.
- Utilized specialized equipment, such as night vision goggles, during operations.
- Assisted in the apprehension of dangerous fugitives from justice.
- Collaborated with team members on mission planning initiatives.
- Performed surveillance of suspected criminal activity.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Used body force to break through barriers and search properties in question.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
Field Training Unit Police Officer
Glynn County Police Department
Brunswick, GA
03.2017 - Current
- Coordinated joint training sessions between multiple agencies as needed.
- Oversaw probationary police officers on patrol shifts to ensure they were meeting department standards.
- Participated in recruitment events such as career fairs to attract qualified applicants.
- Provided guidance and support to new recruits during their transition into the department.
- Observed trainees during actual field operations, providing feedback and advice when necessary.
- Created comprehensive evaluations based on observations made while working alongside trainees in the field.
- Organized and implemented classroom instruction in the areas of criminal law, patrol procedures, and community policing.
- Monitored radio traffic to assess how well officers responded to calls for service.
- Assisted in identifying areas where additional training was needed for officers or units within the department.
- Maintained accurate records of all field training activities and documented any issues that arose with individual officers.
- Evaluated performance of each officer throughout the duration of their field training period.
- Provided constructive criticism when necessary to help improve an officer's skillset or attitude.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources regarding police practices in order to identify areas needing improvement.
- Investigated complaints filed against officers during their probationary period.
- Facilitated interactive role-play scenarios designed to simulate potential real-world incidents.
- Held regular meetings with supervisors to discuss progress of each officer's development.
- Conducted field training exercises to ensure officers were prepared for real-life scenarios.
- Instructed new recruits on proper arrest techniques and methods for handling difficult situations safely.
- Ensured compliance with state laws, local ordinances, and department policies by reviewing reports from trainees at the end of their shift.
- Disciplined officers who violated rules or regulations established by the department.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities or program effectiveness.
- Participated in and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs.
- Created and offered additional materials to enhance training.
- Used role-playing, lectures, and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
- Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
- Suggested and offered specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
- Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees or focus groups.
- Evaluated modes of training delivery to optimize training effectiveness, training costs or environmental impacts.
Police Officer
Glynn County Police Department
Brunswick, Georgia
03.2017 - Current
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Ensured compliance with local laws by performing periodic safety inspections of businesses.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Counseled victims of domestic violence regarding available resources and legal options.
- Observed court proceedings related to cases involving police work.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
- Prepared investigative reports and sketches to support criminal research.
- Performed searches for missing persons using a variety of investigative methods.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Observed and recorded details of criminal events according to departmental protocol.
- Drove with precision and speed to follow and reach suspects in traffic chases.
- Provided patient care and medical triage in emergencies.
- Educated youth groups about the dangers of drug abuse and gang violence.
- Used body force to break through barriers and search properties in question.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Maximized data collection accuracy scores by recording, storing and analyzing security information with zero discrepancies.
- Attained staff feedback to deliver information to superiors for corrective action.
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for criminal prosecution case logs, records, reports and agendas.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational deployment material filing systems for confidential employee records and reports.
Detective
Glynn County Police Department
Brunswick, Georgia
03.2017 - Current
- Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation of criminal activities.
- Analyzed evidence collected from crime scenes to identify potential suspects.
- Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
- Maintained professional relationships with members of the community while conducting investigations.
- Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
- Collected, preserved, and analyzed evidence such as fingerprints, weapons, documents, drugs.
- Reviewed police records and other information sources to obtain leads in cases.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
- Obtained search warrants and executed them to gather evidence related to a case.
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
- Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
- Advised officers on proper procedures for gathering evidence at crime scenes.
- Interviewed victims and suspects using appropriate techniques in order to collect accurate information about the incident.
- Participated in stakeouts or monitored suspicious persons or locations.
- Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
- Identified patterns in criminal behavior that could be used for future investigations.
- Researched applicable laws when necessary for cases.
- Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
- Conducted background checks on individuals involved in an investigation.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
- Organized surveillance operations for investigations.
- Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
- Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
- Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
- Monitored suspect activities through use of electronic devices or physical surveillance.
- Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
- Attended court hearings as a representative of the department.
- Provided testimony during trials concerning facts uncovered during investigations.
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
- Served subpoenas and other legal documents related to investigations.
- Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
- Assisted prosecutors with trial preparation by providing expert opinion on matters related to the case.
- Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
- Developed profiles of suspects based on evidence gathered.
- Initiated undercover operations to investigate suspected criminal activity.
- Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest to gather statements for use in criminal investigations.
- Obtained warrants to search properties for evidence of criminal activity.
- Delivered maximum levels of accuracy when conducting stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
- Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas, and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
- Strengthened traceability, developing organization systems for criminal prosecutory case logs, records, reports, and agendas.
- Shortened criminal investigation lead time, executing operational protocol for criminal and non-criminal violations.
- Mitigated risk, accurately analyzing, and evaluating criminal information while processing crime scenes.
- Eliminated process discrepancies by accurately investigating organized crime, homicide, fraud and other major crime cases while preparing, submitting, and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Created process to capture, integrate, and maintain data supporting field information applications.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Conducted background investigations for personnel security clearances.
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps Reserve
Jacksonville, FL
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Provided technical guidance to junior crew members regarding the diagnosis and repair of AAVs.
- Supervised loading and unloading of personnel, supplies, ammunition and equipment from the AAVs into landing craft or onto shoreline areas.
- Trained new recruits on basic operation of the AAV's onboard weapons system.
- Assisted in preparing detailed reports on operational readiness rates for assigned vehicles.
- Repaired damaged parts such as tracks, suspension arms or drive sprockets using welding equipment or specialized tools.
- Maintained accurate records of all AAV repairs, services and preventive maintenance performed.
- Reviewed standard operating procedures prior to each mission or exercise to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in electrical systems, hydraulic systems, propulsion systems and other components of the AAV.
- Coordinated with other units to ensure that assigned missions were completed safely and efficiently.
- Organized periodic meetings among team members to discuss issues related to vehicle performance, maintenance schedules and operational readiness.
- Monitored vehicle performance during amphibious operations, including fording and beach landings.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols when working around hazardous materials or dangerous conditions.
- Conducted training exercises with crew members to improve their proficiency in operating and maintaining AAVs.
- Worked closely with senior officers to plan tactical maneuvers using the capabilities of the AAVs.
- Performed daily maintenance and inspections on the Amphibious Assault Vehicle to ensure proper operation.
- Monitored fuel consumption levels during missions to maximize efficiency while conserving resources.
- Trained and mentored new platoon members, providing assistance when needed and advising on how to perform daily duties.
- Operated targeting and firing systems following superior's orders.
- Relayed information using advanced onboard communications devices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glynn Academy
Brunswick, GA03-2011
Skills
- Evidence Collection
- Physical Fitness
- Patrol Procedures
- Firearms Proficiency
- First-Aid and CPR
- Arrest Techniques
- Crowd Control
- Crime Scene Management
- Community Policing
- Surveillance Techniques
- Defensive Tactics
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Arrest Procedures
- Interrogation Techniques
- Criminal Law Knowledge
- Leadership Development
- Team Exercises
- Virtual Learning Management
- Management Consultation
- Attention to Detail
- Assignment Delegation
- Role Playing
- Decision-Making
- Materials Preparation
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Analytical Thinking
- Work Coordination
- Organizational Skills
- Professionalism
- Multitasking
- Data Entry
- Effective Communication
- Multimedia Development
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
SWAT Operator
Glynn County Police Department
03.2023 - Current
Field Training Unit Police Officer
Glynn County Police Department
03.2017 - Current
Police Officer
Glynn County Police Department
03.2017 - Current
Detective
Glynn County Police Department
03.2017 - Current
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps Reserve
01.2012 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Glynn Academy
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