Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience, excelling in incident management and criminal investigation. Skilled in evidence collection and conflict resolution, with a commitment to training and mentoring personnel for optimal performance. Proven track record in resource allocation and team leadership, enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lieutenant/Shift Supervisor
Wilkinson County Sheriff's Department
Irwinton, GA
01.2019 - Current
2019 - present: Lieutenant/Shift Supervisor
Monitor workload and prioritize assignments.
Determines personnel, equipment, and other resources needed to meet operational requirements.
Coordinates additional support with other personnel and external agency as needed
Issues written/verbal commands, instruction, recommendations to personnel consistent with agency policies and procedures
Monitors and assists in handling calls
Reports to the incident scene as necessary, assures appropriate action is taken, secures the incident area, and ensures proper evidence collection, identifies and interviews witnesses and suspects
Prepared detailed reports on incidents and investigations
Provided support during traffic control and crowd management events
Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies during joint investigations
Prepared reports documenting incidents involving criminal activity or violations of departmental policies
Searched for missing persons or fugitives from justice using a variety of methods
Identified opportunities for process improvements through analysis of current systems and procedures
ACE Team (Assertive Criminal Enforcement)
Wilkinson County Sheriff's Department
Irwinton, GA
01.2007 - Current
2007 – Present: ACE Team (Assertive Criminal Enforcement):
Elite crime suppression and traffic enforcement team with focus on drug interdiction, impaired drivers, high risk search and arrest warrants on violent offenders. Responsibilities:
Master Drug Interdiction officer
Develop, vet, and utilize confidential informants
Plan and participate in undercover operations, surveillance
SWAT Team Member
Entry Team Member
Certified K-9 Handler Narcotics Detection
K-9 Tracking Handler
Deputy Sheriff
Wilkinson County Sheriff's Department
Irwinton, GA
01.1998 - Current
1998 – present: Deputy Sheriff: patrol community, enforce laws, accident investigation and reconstruction, drug interdiction
Federal Court Security Officer
Akal Security Federal Courthouse
Macon, GA
03.2014 - 08.2017
Ensured security for judges, court staff, and building premises at all times.
Enforced federal laws and regulations governing court activities.
Screened visitors and inspected packages utilizing x-ray equipment.
Monitored courthouse entrances and exits for security compliance.
Conducted routine patrols within courthouse premises.
Responded promptly to security incidents and emergencies.
Trained new officers on security protocols and procedures.
Collaborated with court staff to ensure safety measures were implemented.
Documented daily activities and incidents in detailed reports.
Certified in operation of metal detectors and x-ray machines to enhance safety.
Patrolled courthouses regularly to detect threats or suspicious behavior.
Monitored surveillance cameras for suspicious activity in public areas of the courthouse.
Investigated reports of criminal activity on courthouse property.
Maintained logs of all incidents occurring within the courthouse or on its grounds.
Police Officer
Gordon Police Department
Gordon, GA
01.1993 - 01.2013
Police Officer: law enforcement, city patrol
Communications officer (1993-1997) answered 911 calls, dispatched police, fire and EMS to emergency calls
Police Advisor
DynCorp International
Baghdad, IRAQ
04.2006 - 09.2006
Dyncorp International Police Advisor to the Iraqi Police
Trained Iraqi police officers in city patrols, law enforcement, searches of persons and buildings, and firearms training/handling.
Completed weaponry training alongside route planning and convoy escort preparations.
Education
Georgia Police Academy
01.1997
Wilkinson County High School
01.1992
Skills
Incident management
Witness interviewing
Report writing
Criminal investigation
Resource allocation
Surveillance techniques
Traffic enforcement
Team leadership
Evidence collection
Conflict resolution
Interagency collaboration
Training and development; mentoring
Weapons handling
Staff oversight
Search and rescue operations
Certification
Master Drug Interdiction Officer - National Criminal Enforcement Association (NCEA)
Personal Protection Service Certification - Georgia Secretary of State Office
Certified Rescue Diver – National Association of Underwater Instructors
Certified Traffic Accident Reconstructionist – Georgia Police Academy
Certified Canine Handler – Alabama Canine Law Enforcement Officers Training Center
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