James Boutwell
6269 Timber Drive, Allendale,MI
Summary
I have been working as a public servant since 2010 and have served in many positions for multiple different jurisdictions. I have established myself as a professional law enforcement officer who has shown proficiency in criminal investigations and have always operated with honesty, integrity, and sacrifice.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheriff's Deputy
Ottawa County Sheriff's Office
West Olive , MI
08.2016 - Current
- Conducted daily patrols of assigned areas to monitor for criminal activity and traffic violations.
- Assisted in apprehending suspects, responding to emergency calls, and providing first aid when necessary.
- Investigated reported incidents, collected evidence, interviewed witnesses, wrote reports, and testified in court.
- Responded to disturbances such as domestic disputes or civil unrest while ensuring the safety of citizens.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to improve relationships between law enforcement officers and citizens.
- Served as a Detective with the West Michigan Enforcement Team (WEMET) since 2020, where I primarily conducted long term narcotic investigations.
Police Officer
South Haven Police Department
South Haven, MI
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
Corrections Deputy
Ottawa County Sheriff's Office
West Olive, MI
12.2010 - 08.2016
- Assisted in the supervision of inmates within the correctional facility.
- Monitored and documented inmate behavior, including violations of rules.
- Conducted searches for contraband and weapons.
- Provided guidance to inmates regarding procedures and regulations.
- Enforced safety protocols to ensure security of the institution.
- Coordinated with medical staff to provide necessary care to inmates.
Police Officer
Gun Lake Tribal Police
Wayland, MI
02.2015 - 09.2015
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
Distribution Associate
United Stationers/ORS Nasco
Walker, MI
05.2005 - 07.2013
- Organized and distributed merchandise to designated areas within the warehouse.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for delivery to customers' locations.
- Load freight onto trucks with a pallet jack or forklift as needed.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI10-2009
Skills
Throughout my professional career I have attended multiple trainings and specialized schools which include but are not limited to the following:
- Defensive Tactics Instructor School: 05/2024
- Firearms Identification Training: 05/2024
- Basic REID: 01/2024
- Undercover Narcotics School: 02/2022
- Basic SWAT: 10/2021
- Surveillance School: 10/2021
- Raid Entry School: 07/2021
- Interview and Interrogation for Law Enforcement (Basic): 06/2021
- Managing Narcotic Informants: 06/2021
- Cell Phone Investigation Techniques: 12/2020
Timeline
Sheriff's Deputy
Ottawa County Sheriff's Office
08.2016 - Current
Police Officer
South Haven Police Department
04.2016 - 08.2016
Police Officer
Gun Lake Tribal Police
02.2015 - 09.2015
Corrections Deputy
Ottawa County Sheriff's Office
12.2010 - 08.2016
Distribution Associate
United Stationers/ORS Nasco
05.2005 - 07.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Grand Rapids Community College
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