Herman Clark
Hayden,AL
Summary
I have been an A.P.O.S.T. certified Police Officer since 2005.
I am experienced in identifying and investigating fraudulent activities. Skilled in conducting thorough investigations and collaborating with law enforcement agencies. Demonstrate the ability to analyze data to detect irregularities. Proven ability to conduct in-depth investigations and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve high standards of accuracy and reliability. Developed skills in communication and media relations. Offer strong interpersonal skills with readiness to learn and grow in a new environment. Bring a solid understanding of community/public relations and critical thinking, along with the ability to handle high-pressure situations. Ready to use and develop conflict resolution and effective communication skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer/Community Relations Officer
Cullman Police Department
01.1998 - Current
I started working in the jail at the Cullman Police Department in 1998 and then as a patrol officer from 2005-2015. Now I specialize in media relations and community outreach, serving as chairman of the Cullman Law Enforcement and Community Services non-profit and participating on other non-profit boards. I act as a liaison between the Police Department and City Hall, assist with patrol and investigations, and foster relationships between the Cullman Police Department, Cullman County citizens, community organizations, and businesses. In 2015, I started working as a Financial Crimes Investigator, earning a promotion to Sergeant in 2016. In 2021, I was promoted out of investigation and became the Cullman Police Department's first Public Relations Officer. During my years as a Financial Crimes Investigator, I worked closely with Bank Officials, other local Law Enforcement Agencies, the United States Secret Service, and the Alabama State Attorney General's Office.
Bank Teller/ Proof Delivery
National Bank Of Detroit (NBD)
06.1996 - 12.1997
- Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances and transaction history.
- Processed customer transactions.
- I moved from teller to proof delivery. At that time we had to physically go to each branch, pick up the bag(s) of proof, and deliver it to the main branch to be processed by accounting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kearsley High School
Flint, MI06.1996
No Degree -
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Flint, MINo Degree -
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, ALNo Degree -
Culinard, The Culinary Institute of Virginia Coll.
Birmingham, ALA.P.O.S.T Certification -
A.P.O.S.T.
FT. McClellan, Anniston, AL 09.2005
Certificate of Training (40 Hours) -
FBI Basic Crisis Negotiation
Vestavia Hills, AL06.2012
Certificate of Training (40 Hours) -
FBI Law Enforcement Instructor School
NASA Protective Services, (Huntsville, AL)08.2014
Certificate of Training (35 Hours) -
P.A.C.T. New Detective And Criminal Investigator
Birmingham, AL10.2015
Certificate of Training (72 Hours) -
Economic Crimes Investigation And Analysis
Federal LE Training Center (Glynco, GA)08.2016
Certificate of Training (18 Hours) -
The Reid Technique of Interviewing/Interrogation
Birmingham, AL 10.2016
Certificate of Training (16 Hours) -
GEOCELL - Cell Phones Investigation
Birmingham, AL01.2017
Certificate of Training (40 Hours) -
Economic Crimes: Current Trends
Altamonte Springs, FL02.2018
Certificate of Training (80 Hours) -
Basic And Advanced Crime Scene Investigation
Cullman, AL04.2019
Certificate of Training (20 Hours) -
Homicide Investigation And Crime Scene Management
Huntsville, AL01.2020
40 Hours of C.L.E.E.P. Training - 2019-2023
Alabama Association of Chiefs of Police Conference
Orange Beach, AL07.2023
Skills
- Interviewing capability
- Research and Investigative Skills
- Crisis management
- Public relations
- Information gathering and analysis
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Interviewing skills
- Fraud identification
- Reliability
- Decision-making
- Account information review
- Effective communication
- Fraud prevention
Accomplishments
Attending the 70th annual National Security Forum at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, AL, as one of only 99 citizens invited and the sole law enforcement representative in the country.
Received a Valor Commendation in 2016 for successfully using my crisis negotiating skills to convince an armed subject to peacefully surrender.
Created all of our current Community Relations programs for which I also received a commendation in 2018.
Successfully investigated and prosecuted a former Alabama Senator/Lawyer for stealing subrogation money.
Affiliations
- Good Samaritan health Clinic (Board Member)
- Cullman Law Enforcement and Community Services (Chairman)
- United Way Fundraising Committee
Timeline
Police Officer/Community Relations Officer
Cullman Police Department
01.1998 - Current
Bank Teller/ Proof Delivery
National Bank Of Detroit (NBD)
06.1996 - 12.1997
High School Diploma -
Kearsley High School
No Degree -
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
No Degree -
Wallace State Community College
No Degree -
Culinard, The Culinary Institute of Virginia Coll.
A.P.O.S.T Certification -
A.P.O.S.T.
Certificate of Training (40 Hours) -
FBI Basic Crisis Negotiation
Certificate of Training (40 Hours) -
FBI Law Enforcement Instructor School
Certificate of Training (35 Hours) -
P.A.C.T. New Detective And Criminal Investigator
Certificate of Training (72 Hours) -
Economic Crimes Investigation And Analysis
Certificate of Training (18 Hours) -
The Reid Technique of Interviewing/Interrogation
Certificate of Training (16 Hours) -
GEOCELL - Cell Phones Investigation
Certificate of Training (40 Hours) -
Economic Crimes: Current Trends
Certificate of Training (80 Hours) -
Basic And Advanced Crime Scene Investigation
Certificate of Training (20 Hours) -
Homicide Investigation And Crime Scene Management
40 Hours of C.L.E.E.P. Training - 2019-2023
Alabama Association of Chiefs of Police Conference
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