James Mashek
Paris Police Department
Paris,AR
30
years of professional experience
Experienced Patrol Officer and Sheriff's Deputy with 7+ years in public safety and criminal investigations. Known for clear communication, leadership, and sound judgment in high-pressure situations. Strong record of mentoring new officers, building community trust, and supporting safe, effective operations.
Experienced instructor with years of experience and the ability to teach in al types of environments with a proven track record of success in training and instructing at all levels
Work History
Patrol Officer
3 Years 11 Months- Patrolled assigned areas, deterred criminal activity, and maintained visible presence throughout the community.
- Enforced traffic laws, conducted stops, and issued citations for moving violations and hazards.
- Patrolled assigned areas, deterred criminal activity, and maintained visible presence throughout the community.
- Completed accurate incident reports, arrest documentation, and field notes for case follow-up.
- Investigated suspicious activity, gathered statements, and preserved evidence for later review.
- Coordinated with dispatch, detectives, and emergency responders during active incidents and pursuits.
- Performed arrests, searches, and transport procedures while following department policy and safety protocols.
- Assisted community members, de-escalated conflicts, and supported public safety through professional communication.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily patrols, incidents encountered, and actions taken during shifts.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Enhanced public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to emergency situations promptly.
- Handled crisis situations effectively by utilizing strong communication skills, de-escalation techniques, and sound judgment under pressure.
- Provided assistance to citizens in need, including medical emergencies or vehicle breakdowns, demonstrating compassion and professionalism at all times.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Conducted traffic stops, issuing citations or warnings when necessary to maintain order on the roads.
- Collaborated with fellow officers for efficient crime prevention and response efforts.
- Participated in specialized training sessions to enhance skills in areas such as firearms proficiency, self-defense tactics, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Investigated suspicious activities, deterring potential criminal behavior and maintaining community security.
- Testified in court cases as needed, providing clear and concise accounts of events witnessed or investigated.
- Assisted in accident investigations, providing support to those involved and ensuring accurate documentation of events.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Conducted thorough searches of individuals or vehicles when required by departmental policies or legal procedures, preserving evidence for potential prosecution purposes.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies during joint operations or investigations to ensure efficient communication and teamwork.
- Identified and addressed potential hazards within the community – conducting regular checks and making necessary recommendations to mitigate risks.
- Developed positive relationships within the community through outreach programs and regular interaction with citizens.
- Served as a field training officer for new recruits – sharing knowledge gained from experience on patrol – helping them excel in their role's.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness to effectively perform job duties while minimizing risk of injury on duty.
- Attended community meetings or events as a representative of the police department, promoting transparency and fostering trust between law enforcement personnel and local residents.
- Provided testimony in court cases, ensuring successful prosecution of offenders.
- Reduced neighborhood crime rates through strategic surveillance and patrolling.
- Collaborated with local organizations to develop safety programs for the the community.
- Improved response times to incidents by optimizing patrol routes.
- Enforced legal statutes, contributing to maintenance of public order.
- Engaged with at-risk youth, promoting positive alternatives to criminal activities.
- Analyzed crime trends, contributing to the development of targeted patrol strategies.
- Led community workshops on safety awareness, enhancing public knowledge and preventive practices.
- Participated in multi-agency operations to tackle organized crime, enhancing regional security.
- Utilized advanced technology for efficient reporting and tracking of incidents.
- Improved public trust with community engagement activities.
- Conducted thorough investigations to solve crimes, bringing closure to affected individuals.
- Compiled detailed reports on daily activities and incidents to inform law enforcement strategies.
- Investigated suspicious activities, leading to prevention of potential crimes.
- Facilitated smoother traffic flow by managing congestion and enforcing traffic laws.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and reducing incident escalation.
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing first aid and support until medical teams arrived.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders to enhance cooperative efforts in crime prevention.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols in high-risk areas.
- Trained new officers, sharing best practices and improving departmental efficiency.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
Sheriffs Deputy
5 Years 9 Months- Responded to emergency calls, secured scenes, and coordinated with dispatch on active incidents.
- Patrolled county roadways, neighborhoods, and facilities to deter crime and enforce traffic laws.
- Investigated complaints, collected evidence, and completed detailed incident reports for follow-up.
- Served warrants, civil papers, and subpoenas while maintaining accurate chain-of-custody records.
- Apprehended suspects using appropriate force, restraint techniques, and department safety protocols.
- Testified in court proceedings and prepared case documentation supporting prosecution efforts.
- Supervised scene safety during accidents, disturbances, and hazardous situations to protect public welfare.
- Mentored newer deputies on report writing, patrol procedures, and professional interaction with citizens.
- Improved community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency situations promptly.
- Trained new deputies on policies, procedures, and best practices, fostering a knowledgeable and professional team.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for more effective crime prevention and response strategies.
- Assessed potential security risks at public events by coordinating with event organizers and implementing appropriate security measures.
- Served warrants timely and accurately ensuring proper execution according to legal requirements.
- Assisted in the development of department policies and procedures, ensuring consistent enforcement efforts across the force.
- Conducted traffic stops to enforce laws and promote safe driving habits within the community.
- Performed searches of persons, vehicles, or properties according to established guidelines to gather evidence for criminal investigations.
- Conducted thorough investigations of reported crimes, resulting in a higher rate of solved cases.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while supervising fellow deputies during shift work or special assignments.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities during daily operations for future reference or legal purposes.
- Enhanced public trust through positive interactions, attending community events, and addressing citizen concerns.
- Implemented innovative problem-solving techniques to address community issues, reducing repeat calls for service.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with industry standards and maintain peak performance levels.
- Provided first aid and crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing physical or emotional distress.
- Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing clear and accurate information to support case outcomes.
- Supported detention facility operations by transporting detainees to and from court appearances or other facilities.
- Detained suspects safely using proper arrest techniques while adhering to the individual's constitutional rights.
- Handled civil disputes professionally and efficiently, promoting peaceful resolutions whenever possible.
- Managed critical incidents effectively by employing tactical decision-making skills under high-pressure situations.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Monitored criminal activity in the community to identify suspicious activity.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
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Fire Support Specialist
15 Years 5 Months- Coordinated call-for-fire missions to synchronize artillery support with maneuver operations.
- Calculated target locations and transmitted accurate fire requests through tactical communications systems.
- Monitored fires execution and adjusted missions to improve target engagement and battlefield responsiveness.
- Integrated fire support coordination measures into operational plans for safe, effective indirect fires.
- Led observer teams in target acquisition, reporting, and suppression of enemy positions.
- Briefed commanders on fire support capabilities, restrictions, and priority target development.
- Maintained mission readiness through disciplined radio procedures, map reading, and fire direction coordination.
- Trained personnel on call-for-fire techniques, observation methods, and fire support procedures.
- Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring that classified data was properly protected and disseminated only to authorized personnel.
- Advised fire support sergeants of fire planning and coordination techniques and drafted fire support plans for tactical operations.
- Assisted in planning complex military operations, integrating fire support considerations into overall strategy development.
- Improved force survivability through expert analysis of terrain features when selecting firing positions for artillery units.
- Directed and implemented cannon, missile, rocket and target acquisition operations, training programs and communication activities.
- Enhanced team morale and cohesion by actively participating in unit training, social events, and community outreach initiatives.
- Managed fire support, operations and target acquisition activities for field artillery battalions and maneuver units.
- Reduced response times for fire missions by implementing efficient call-for-fire procedures within the unit.
- Maintained and operated radio and wire communications and encoded and decoded messages using CEOI and grid thrust line templates.
- Contributed to the development of tactical doctrine for use across the organization, incorporating lessons learned from real-world experiences in fire support operations.
- Supported successful humanitarian aid missions by coordinating the delivery of essential supplies via air-drop or ground transportation means.
- Streamlined target acquisition processes for improved artillery accuracy and effectiveness.
- Supervised operation of unit command post and managed performance duties.
- Served as a liaison between the unit commander and higher headquarters, communicating critical updates on mission progress and resource requirements.
- Coordinated with adjacent units to ensure seamless integration of multiple fire support assets during joint operations.
- Provided timely and accurate information on the location, strength, and capabilities of enemy forces through thorough reconnaissance efforts.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, minimizing risk to friendly forces during live-fire exercises and combat operations.
- Maintained a high degree of situational awareness, enabling rapid adaptation to changing battlefield conditions.
- Increased mission success rates by effectively managing target prioritization and allocation of available fire support assets.
- Developed comprehensive training programs to increase unit readiness and proficiency in fire support operations.
- Leveraged advanced technology tools to streamline data management and facilitate more effective decision-making in high-pressure situations.
- Maximized operational efficiency by maintaining accurate records of ammunition expenditures and equipment status.
- Enhanced team communication by implementing effective fire support coordination measures.
- Conducted detailed after-action reviews following major training events or combat missions, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration, teamwork, and continuous improvement among team members.
- Communicated over wire and radio and identified strategic target locations.
- Operated self-propelled howitzers and ammunition trucks safely.
- Determined elevation and grid azimuths with maps and map overlays.
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition equipment and processes.
- Deployed and maintained rifles, machine guns, grenades and rocket launchers in offensive and defensive operations.
- Directed supporting fire to suppress enemy fire and allowed troops to maneuver in area.
- Coordinated and distributed training schedules and filed administrative paperwork.
- Supported infantry and tank units with howitzer cannons during combat and played crucial roles in battlefield success.
- Maintained complete accountability during redeployment of sensitive communication equipment.
- Coordinated with other military units and agencies to support operations and align with mission.
- Researched trends to maintain up-to-date knowledge of advancements in artillery and missile technology.
- Supervised assembly and placement of large-scale artillery systems prior to launch.
- Confirmed gun line safety and assisted in calibration of weapons systems.
- Completed inspections and any basic repair needs to uphold strict performance standards.
- Conducted risk assessments for artillery and missile operations to avoid harm to personnel and equipment.
- Loaded and fired ammunition from multiple launch rocket systems and Howitzers, targeting enemy forces.
- Assisted with real-time intelligence collection by conducting field reconnaissance operations.
- Efficiently oriented and fired weaponry to smoothly eliminate enemy positions, vessels, and personnel.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of artillery and missile systems during operations to identify areas for improvement.
Tactical Air Control Party Specialist
15 Years 5 Months- Led tactical air control teams during close air support and joint fires operations.
- Coordinated airspace deconfliction, target identification, and attack control with ground maneuver elements.
- Interpreted maps, grids, and tactical data to relay accurate terminal attack coordinates.
- Supervised communications equipment setup, frequency management, and secure radio transmissions.
- Trained personnel on call for fire procedures, danger close operations, and mission briefing standards.
- Integrated airpower capabilities into maneuver plans to improve battlefield synchronization and responsiveness.
- Executed reconnaissance, route planning, and forward observer duties in austere environments.
- Advised commanders on close air support employment, risk mitigation, and mission execution.
- Maintained physical fitness levels necessary for operating in challenging environments, consistently surpassing established standards during regular evaluations.
- Facilitated effective teamwork within TACP units, fostering a cohesive working environment under high-stress conditions.
- Mentored junior TACP specialists, sharing valuable insights and experiences to promote professional development within the team.
- Enhanced interoperability among coalition partners by participating in multinational exercises focused on joint tactical air control procedures.
- Evaluated new equipment functionality before it was implemented into day-to-day operations, ensuring reliability and enhancing mission readiness.
- Contributed to the development of tactical plans, providing critical input on air support requirements and capabilities.
- Assisted in the coordination of joint exercises, integrating TACP capabilities into multi-service training scenarios.
- Enhanced mission success by effectively coordinating air support for ground forces.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced technologies, utilizing cutting-edge equipment for accurate target identification and location reporting.
- Ensured compliance with established rules of engagement, minimizing collateral damage during close air support operations.
- Expedited decision-making processes with timely provision of essential information to commanders regarding air assets availability and limitations.
- Developed innovative tactics for enhancing air support effectiveness during complex operations.
- Streamlined communication between Air Force and Army units, ensuring accurate targeting during close air support missions.
- Conducted thorough after-action reviews following missions to identify areas for improvement in future operations.
- Reduced potential risks to friendly forces through precise control of air-to-ground munitions in combat situations.
- Provided expert guidance as a subject matter specialist in various working groups aimed at refining TACP tactics, techniques, and procedures across the armed forces branches.
- Supported humanitarian relief efforts by directing vital airlift operations in response to natural disasters or other emergencies.
- Improved unit readiness by conducting comprehensive training programs on TACP skills and tactics.
- Optimized resource allocation by efficiently managing TACP personnel, equipment, and budgets throughout assigned missions.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Upheld Army dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
- Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.
- Dealt with inter-company conflicts to remove obstacles to troop readiness.
- Prepared and submitted personnel, ordnance and operational reports.
- Looked after weapons by scheduling and performing organizational and preventive maintenance.
- Responded to and assisted in medical emergencies.
- Managed weapon handling, delivery, and shipping systems.
- Oversaw utilities manual records to perform stock control and accounting duties.
- Reloaded and resupplied weapons systems to maintain preparedness against enemy threats.
- Provided strategic plotting and navigation for warfare areas.
- Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment.
- Designated mandatory reporter for sexual assault and responder for suicide prevention situations.
- Surveyed company overall health and preparedness.
- Responded to reports of irregular activities and notified dispatcher for required emergency units.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
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Bachelor of Science
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Skills
Integrity and honesty
Stress tolerance
Tactical response
Traffic management
Crime prevention
Community policing
Patrol techniques
Physical fitness
Investigative skills
Firearms proficiency
Critical thinking
Crisis management
Crime scene management
Case report writing
First aid
Public safety
Decision-making
Public disturbance investigation
Crime investigation
Criminal analysis
Motor vehicle operation
Court processes
Emergency management
Investigative reports
Search procedures
Evidence preservation
Foot patrol
Suspicious activity monitoring
Courthouse security
Legal document delivery
Legal compliance
Legal expertise
Community service
Witness interviews
Crowd management
Law enforcement information databases
Public protection
Traffic enforcement
Dispatch communication
Accident documentation
Property patrol
Mobile surveillance
Criminal investigation
Public safety education
Police reports
Property Confiscation
Court testimony
Accident analysis
Report documentation
Serving court documents
Surveillance
Weapons training
Ground patrol
Domestic violence prevention
Prisoner transport
Municipal codes
Community policing
Traffic direction
Interrogation techniques
Citation issuance
Court document service
Crime scene photography
Officer training
Witness interviews
Civil procedures
Tactical response
Patrol operations
Traffic monitoring
Warrant procedures
Undercover operations
Timeline
Patrol Officer
Paris Police Department
11.2022 - CurrentRead More
Sheriffs Deputy
Logan County
10.2019 - 07.2025Read More
Fire Support Specialist
Us Army
05.1997 - 10.2012Read More
Tactical Air Control Party Specialist
US Army
05.1997 - 10.2012Read More
Sniper Operations Course
No Degree
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Arkansas Tech University
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
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Pathfinder Course
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Primary Leadership Development Course
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Basic Non Commissioned Officers Course
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Advanced Non Commissioned Officers Course
Bachelor of Science
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Joint Tactical Air Controllers Course
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Joint Force Observers Course
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Total Army Instructor Course
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Small Arms And Crew Served Weapons Instructor Course
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Combat Lifesaver Course
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Basic Military Training
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Airborne Operations Course
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Air Assault Course
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