Gregory Hardage
Acworth,GA
Summary
Law enforcement professional with 9+ years of experience in responding to critical incidents, conducting investigations, and promoting crime prevention strategies to individuals and businesses. Adept at leading complex investigations, utilizing advanced forensic techniques, and collaborating seamlessly with multiple stakeholders.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective (Major Crimes Unit)
Cobb County Police Department
2021.08 - Current
- Work on assigned cases contributed to the Major Crimes Unit maintaining a 100% clearance rate for homicides in 2022 and 2023
- Investigated cases of violent crimes to include homicides, robberies (street and bank), assaults against persons, threats/stalking
- Effectively managed a high case load by resolving cases expeditiously and maintaining an active caseload of less than 15
Police Officer (Uniformed Road Patrol)
Cobb County Police Department
2019.09 - 2021.08
- Utilized the latest technology to effectively provide police services
- Conducted thorough investigations into reported incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case resolution.
- Prevented potential criminal activity by maintaining a visible presence within assigned patrol areas and engaging with citizens to foster a sense of security.
Police Officer (Uniformed Road Patrol)
Canton Police Department
2018.02 - 2019.09
- Selected as Officer of the Quarter December 2018
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants
- Improved community relations by attending neighborhood meetings and addressing concerns of local residents.
Police Officer (Uniformed Road Patrol)
Cobb County Police Department
2014.05 - 2018.02
- Led the night shift at assigned precinct for most answered calls for service in 2017
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
Commissioned Officer (Field Artillery)
US Army
2010.05 - 2014.05
- Served in a variety of roles including Targeting officer, Platoon leader/Fire Direction officer, and Ammunition manager
- Directly managed over 30 personnel and over $5 million worth of equipment
- Managed logistical operations effectively, ensuring timely delivery of various ammunition types required to successfully execute assigned missions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2010
Skills
- Caseload management
- Effective communication
- Analytical thinking
- Incident investigation
- Ethical decision making
- Criminal activity prevention
Timeline
Detective (Major Crimes Unit)
Cobb County Police Department
2021.08 - Current
Police Officer (Uniformed Road Patrol)
Cobb County Police Department
2019.09 - 2021.08
Police Officer (Uniformed Road Patrol)
Canton Police Department
2018.02 - 2019.09
Police Officer (Uniformed Road Patrol)
Cobb County Police Department
2014.05 - 2018.02
Commissioned Officer (Field Artillery)
US Army
2010.05 - 2014.05
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
University of South Carolina - Columbia
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