JAMES CARAWAY
Alexandria,TN
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement professional with approximately 8 years experience with 2 of which being in the corrections system, 6 on patrol and 2 currently as a supervisor over patrol division. Exhibits persistent commitment to maintaining public safety, effectively managing patrol units, and ensuring adherence to protocols. Demonstrates strong leadership skills in coordinating team efforts, overseeing crime scenes, and fostering community relations with pragmatic approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
Watertown Police Department
08.2023 - Current
- Accident Scene Documentation
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses
- Criminal Investigations
- Foot Patrolling
- Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance
- First Aid
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar
- Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways
- Accident Investigations
- Answered calls from citizens and business owners for help in emergencies
- Service-Orientation
- Issuing Citations
- Report Writing
- Emergency Response
- Critical Thinking
- Community Relations
Field Training Officer
Millersville Police Department
Millersville, TN
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
- Assessed trainees' performance in the field, providing timely feedback and guidance for improvement.
Police Officer
Watertown Police Department
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Responded to crimes in progress according to established procedures to effectively de-escalate situation.
- Protecting People and Property.
- Answered emergency calls and analyzed situations, responding quickly to prevent injury or loss of life.
- Traffic and Motorists Monitoring
- Utilized problem solving skills to effectively resolve conflicts between citizens or groups.
- Suspect Pursuance and Arrest.
- Public Safety
- Exhibited excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Dispatch Communication.
- Developed strong relationships with community members through proactive policing initiatives.
- Crime Scene Photographs
- Maintaining Order
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
Deputy Sheriff
Davidson County Sheriff's Office
Nashville, Tennessee
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, ensuring adherence to legal protocols and maintaining community trust.
- Collaborated with local agencies to develop crime prevention strategies, enhancing public safety and community engagement.
- Supervised and trained new recruits, fostering a culture of accountability and professionalism within the department.
Education
Post Commission - Police Certification
Walter State Police Academy
01.2021 - 03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Remington College
Nashville, Tennessee 05.2014 - 03.2016
Skills
- Accident Scene Documentation
- Criminal Investigations
- Foot Patrolling
- First Aid
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Accident Investigations
- Service-Orientation
- Report Writing
- Emergency Response
- Critical Thinking
- Community Relations
- Protecting People and Property
- Traffic and Motorists Monitoring
- Suspect Pursuance and Arrest
- Public Safety
- Dispatch Communication
- Crime Scene Photographs
- Maintaining Order
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
- Traffic Citations Issuance
Timeline
Patrol Sergeant
Watertown Police Department
08.2023 - Current
Field Training Officer
Millersville Police Department
10.2021 - 08.2023
Post Commission - Police Certification
Walter State Police Academy
01.2021 - 03.2021
Police Officer
Watertown Police Department
06.2020 - 10.2021
Deputy Sheriff
Davidson County Sheriff's Office
09.2018 - 06.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Remington College
05.2014 - 03.2016