James Tipton

Auditor role:

Assisted in gathering data from gaming machines to compile comprehensive activity reports for specified periods. Supported financial transactions by managing accounts for locations assigned. Conducted routine maintenance on machines, including repairs and cleaning.

Customer Relations Coordinator:

Worked closely with the business accounts assigned to me to ensure their needs were being met. Coordinated schedules to meet with the location managers to ensure the audits were completed on a schedule.

Sales:

Met with businesses to inform them of the services provided by my company in order to add new accounts.

• Patrolman on various shifts from 1994-2020
• Participated in high-profile homicide investigations as part of Major Case Squad in Greater St. Louis.
• Certified in the Reid Technique of Investigative Interviewing and Advanced Interrogation Techniques.
• Business Liaison Officer 2020-2024 which included the following:
• Collaborated with local businesses to foster positive relationships with city officials. Assisted businesses in obtaining necessary licenses for operation. Addressed and resolved various business-related issues. Partnered with city hall to tackle challenges concerning businesses and problem properties. Investigated theft incidents for major businesses in the city. Participated in city meetings to provide insights on police department inquiries.
• Oversaw off-duty assignment scheduling for department from 2020 to 2024. Directed operations across 10 locations with a team of 30 officers. Partnered with businesses to uphold job performance standards. Facilitated negotiations on compensation with business partners.
• 2020 founded the drone program and became the Project manager for the City of St Charles. Trained pilots in obtaining Part 107 licenses according to FAA regulations. Assisted with the maintenance and acquisition of drone equipment within budget and grant funding. Supported local agencies by providing drone surveillance for narcotics investigations and fugitive apprehensions. Offered aerial support for city festivals and events in St. Charles. Maintained a current Part 107 license through the FAA.
• Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
• Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.