Jake Culbertson
Gallatin Gateway,MT
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement professional with experience in a rapidly growing rural community with a background as a deputy coroner, school resource officer, crisis intervention team member, and incident commander for both rural areas and remote mountain operations. I also have immense experience handling a large caseload while still being proactive in the community, whether solo or working with another deputy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Gallatin County Sheriff's Office
Bozeman, MT
01.2024 - Current
- Patrol Deputy (2024-present)
- School Resource Officer- Big Sky School District #72 (2024-present)
- Search and Rescue Incident Commander (2024-present)
- Deputy Coroner (2025- present)
- Crisis Intervention Team (2025-present)
- CPR/AED Certified (Recertified 2026) with additional medical training in Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
- Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Trained (2024)
- Child Abuse, Neglect, Sexual Assault Investigations Trained (March 2026 - hosted by NPS and the FBI)
- Swift Water Rescue (2025)
- Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Course (2024)
- Assisted the Missouri River Drug Task Force (MRDTF) as a Quick Reaction Force (QRF) for plain-clothed investigators and on high risk warrant services
- Worked with Homeland Security and the Secret Service with visits from heads of state (POTUS and VPOTUS) and foreign dignitaries including handling motorcade radio communications, anti-drone team, roving security, and aided in securing an airport after an emergency flight diversion for POTUS
- Proficient in solo deputy response, remote and mountain operations, high risk stops, investigations
- Focus on proactive policing and community engagement
Detention Officer
Gallatin County Sheriff's Office
Bozeman, MT
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Direct Supervision Officer for male general population (approximately 60 inmates)
- Court Officer
- Rotated from housing, booking, and central control
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid
- Facilitated inmate court appearance and out of facility transport
Freelance Photography
Self
Bozeman, MT
08.2017 - 12.2022
- Published freelance photographer
- Built a business while attending college as a full-time student
- Handled all marketing, branding, communications, contracts and scheduling
- Worked in a wide range of photographic fields such as wedding, engagement, family, studio, portrait, and automotive
- Worked with a variety of clientele including high net-worth clients
- Donated free or reduced priced photographic sessions to college students and young families who would otherwise not be able to afford professional grade work
Sales Associate
Gesundheit Nutrition Center
Bozeman, MT
02.2020 - 11.2022
- Vitamin and supplement sales associate in a competitive market during the height of the COVID pandemic
- Led product photography/marketing projects
- Attended regular trainings to further my education to better assist customers in making informed decisions on products pertaining to health and wellness
Administration Assistant
Gallatin College
Bozeman, MT
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Provided a friendly first contact for current and prospective students and their families
- Operated the main multi-line phones and assisted faculty with various tasks such as scheduling, communications, clerical tasks
- Distributed information on programs
- Subject matter expert on the aviation program
- Assisted with special projects such as redesigning and updating course brochures and handouts
Banquet Server
Dove Canyon Golf Club
Mission Viejo, CA
11.2014 - 08.2017
- Trained new servers on menu details, service protocols, and customer engagement techniques
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely food service and presentation standards
- Addressed guest inquiries and concerns promptly, enhancing overall experience during events
Education
Bachelor of Science - Film And Photography
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT12-2022
Associate of Science - General Studies
Gallatin College
Bozeman, MT12-2019
High School Diploma -
Mission Viejo High School
Mission Viejo, CA06-2017
Skills
- Solo Emergency Response
- Community and Proactive Policing
- De-escalation Techniques and Crisis Intervention
- Report Writing and Photographic Documentation
- Weapons Handling
- Community Education
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Gallatin County Sheriff's Office
01.2024 - Current
Detention Officer
Gallatin County Sheriff's Office
12.2022 - 01.2024
Sales Associate
Gesundheit Nutrition Center
02.2020 - 11.2022
Administration Assistant
Gallatin College
02.2019 - 08.2020
Freelance Photography
Self
08.2017 - 12.2022
Banquet Server
Dove Canyon Golf Club
11.2014 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Film And Photography
Montana State University
Associate of Science - General Studies
Gallatin College
High School Diploma -
Mission Viejo High School