Garrett Becker
Stockton,KS
Summary
Dedicated public safety professional with extensive experience in mentoring officers, training new staff, and building community relationships. Strong background in incident documentation, field tactics, and citizen engagement. Ready to support safe operations and effective team performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Trooper
Kansas Highway Patrol
Wichita, Kansas
07.2016 - Current
- Investigated crashes and criminal offenses, producing detailed incident reports to support legal processes.
- Inspected commercial vehicles for safety compliance and carrier violations
- Mentored troopers on patrol procedures, report writing, and field tactics
- Facilitated collaboration between law enforcement agencies during operations.
- Developed working relationships with colleagues, executives, and community members to enhance trust and communication.
- Fostered positive relationships between community leaders and the public through courteous and cooperative interactions with citizens and visitors.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Becker Terracing Inc.
Logan, Kansas
01.2002 - Current
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported soil, rock, and fill materials efficiently across active terracing sites to support project progress.
- Executed demolition of structures, removal of plants or trees, and clearing of debris to prepare sites for construction.
- Inspected equipment before shifts and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Maintained fuel levels and readiness of equipment to maximize operational efficiency and meet project schedules. and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Maintained equipment cleanliness to support efficient operation., work areas, and attachments after daily operations.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Shaped slopes and ditches using grading plans and field markings.
Deputy Sheriff
Russell County Sheriff's Department
Russell, Kansas
03.2013 - 06.2016
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and to enforce laws and regulations.
- Patrolled Russell County roadways and neighborhoods to enforce state and local laws.
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Trained new officers on proper patrol procedures and techniques.
- Prepared incident reports, arrest reports, and daily activity logs.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Attended meetings with local officials and representatives from community organizations concerning public safety initiatives.
Deputy Sheriff
Phillips County Sheriff's Department
Phillipsburg, Kansas
02.2012 - 03.2013
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and to enforce laws and regulations.
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims of crimes to obtain additional information regarding incidents under investigation.
- Crafted detailed arrest and accident reports to accurately reflect incidents.
- Ensured compliance with departmental policies and procedures in all job duties.
- Ensured that equipment was properly maintained and operational before each shift.
- Trained new officers on proper patrol procedures and techniques.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to law enforcement practices.
- Managed paperwork and documentation to support daily operations, such as completing paperwork, filing documents.
Correctional Officer
Norton Correctional Facility
Norton, Kansas
05.2010 - 02.2012
- Monitored inmate movement and maintained constant facility surveillance
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Responded to disturbances using approved correctional procedures
- Conducted searches for contraband during rounds and inspections
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Prepared incident reports and documented inmate behavior
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS05-2010
High School Diploma -
Logan High School
Logan, KS05-2008
Skills
- Criminal investigations
- Incident report writing
- Traffic enforcement
- Emergency response
- Commercial vehicle inspection
- Vehicle safety inspections
- Law enforcement driving tactics
- Law enforcement certification
- Community relations
- Leadership mentoring
- Employee training
- First aid administration
- Heavy equipment operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Self-discipline
- Professional demeanor
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Master Trooper
Kansas Highway Patrol
07.2016 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Russell County Sheriff's Department
03.2013 - 06.2016
Deputy Sheriff
Phillips County Sheriff's Department
02.2012 - 03.2013
Correctional Officer
Norton Correctional Facility
05.2010 - 02.2012
Heavy Equipment Operator
Becker Terracing Inc.
01.2002 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Garden City Community College
High School Diploma -
Logan High School