James Patterson
Irmo,SC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency and Event Management
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
03.2024 - Current
- Conducts potential employees background investigations to determine suitability for hire.
- In charge of maintaining and troubleshooting hundreds of magnetometers and batteries to remain readiness for sporting events, concerts, political debates, etc.
- Manage and maintain metal barricades that are used to support sporting events, concert, political events and demonstrations.
- Inventory and maintenance of "Gameday" operations building/equipment in support of football operations at the stadium.
- Set up and breakdown of pedestrian entrances in support of events at 85,000+ stadium.
Threat Management Unit
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Conducts behavioral threat assessment investigations of students, faculty, staff, and other individuals.
- Identify, assess, interview, and monitor individuals displaying disruptive, threatening, or other behaviors of concern.
- Plans and implements threat management strategies on a case-by‐case basis.
- Acts as the law enforcement liaison to on‐campus welfare teams.
- Conducts physical security for visiting dignitaries and VIPs.
FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
05.2006 - 03.2022
- Operated a Group I undercover platform on multiple dark web websites that led to numerous convictions within the United States and abroad.
- Wrote detailed search and arrest warrants on sensitive cases.
- Assisted or led numerous search warrants on terrorism, gang activity and sovereign citizens ideology.
- Covered vast amount of leads that were reported to the FBI.
- Coordinated routine evaluations with local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
Investigator
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
03.2003 - Current
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and suspects to obtain information related to case.
- Organized and maintained files of all investigative activities.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes including photographs, fingerprints, and physical samples.
- Developed strategies for gathering additional evidence or intelligence related to cases.
- Drafted legal documents such as search warrants, subpoenas, arrest warrants, and indictments.
Police Officer
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
03.2001 - Current
- 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.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
Correctional Officer
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
Columbia, SC
03.2000 - 03.2001
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
US Army National Guard
United States Army National Guard
Columbia, SC
01.1995 - 01.2006
- Set up and maintained single channel ground to air communications equipment in support of field exercises and troop movements.
- Part of eight man team that performed base defense measures at all bases in Kuwait in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom for one year.
- Staff sergeant responsible for junior enlisted supervision and preparation.
- Honorable discharge
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA12-1999
Skills
- Incident Response
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Adaptability
- Decision-Making
- Reliability
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Risk Assessment
- Effective Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Time management abilities
Accomplishments
- Twice nominated for the prestigious FBI directors award.
- Two letters of recognition from FBI directors for exceptional case work.
- Top graduate from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
- Awarded plaque from the City of Columbia Police Department for apprehension of kidnapper and rapist.
Certification
- FBI online undercover certified
- Specific skills instructor certified
- CPR/AED certified
- Countless schools and training from FBI, DHS and police department.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Emergency and Event Management
University of South Carolina
03.2024 - Current
Threat Management Unit
University of South Carolina
03.2022 - 03.2024
FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force
University of South Carolina
05.2006 - 03.2022
Investigator
University of South Carolina
03.2003 - Current
Police Officer
University of South Carolina
03.2001 - Current
Correctional Officer
South Carolina Department Of Corrections
03.2000 - 03.2001
US Army National Guard
United States Army National Guard
01.1995 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Northwestern State University of Louisiana