Jarrod Browder
Summary
Highly experienced Detective with extensive background in criminal investigations and specialized experience in narcotics. Accurately tracks drug trade activity and infiltrates criminal enterprises with surveillance and undercover skills.
Offers solid record of closing cases, including large-scale initiatives to take down multiple individuals and groups. Effective at writing reports and affidavits, interviewing witnesses and gaining informants by applying persuasive communication skills and understanding of the law.
Proven investigator with a self-motivated and flexible style. Skilled at reviewing reports, overseeing investigations and preparing cases for court. Knowledgeable about resolving staffing issues, training junior detectives and improving team performance with hands-on coaching and assessments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Narcotics Detective
Dekalb County Police Department
05.2009 - Current
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Conducted personal, property, and event surveillance.
- Installed covert cameras and recording devices in compliance with legal statutes and department policies.
- Planned high-risk raids on homes and businesses identified as being involved in criminal enterprises.
- Secured numerous informants providing information about drug activities in urban, rural and suburban areas.
- Utilized advanced technology tools such as GPS tracking devices and covert video equipment to gather crucial evidence during complex narcotics investigations.
- Participated in specialized training courses to stay current with emerging trends in drug enforcement tactics, enhancing effectiveness as a Narcotics Detective.
- Collaborated with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to dismantle drug trafficking organizations operating within the jurisdiction.
- Prioritized workloads effectively by focusing on high-impact cases while still managing the demands of multiple concurrent investigations.
- Completed extensive paperwork and documentation requirements related to search warrants, evidence handling, and case management, ensuring proper procedures were followed at all times.
- Recovered significant quantities of illegal drugs and contraband by executing search warrants at targeted locations.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
Interactive Community Policing Officer
Dekalb County Police Department
02.2008 - 05.2009
- Organized community events that fostered positive relationships between law enforcement personnel and residents, ultimately strengthening public trust.
- Evaluated success of community policing initiatives using various metrics including crime rates, citizen satisfaction surveys, and officer performance evaluations.
- Prepared reports to accurately document information.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and engaging with residents to address concerns.
- Acted as a liaison between law enforcement agencies and community organizations, facilitating cooperation and information sharing for improved public safety outcomes.
- Worked closely with schools to provide educational presentations on topics such as drug awareness, bullying prevention, and personal safety tips for students.
Master Patrol Officer
Dekalb County Police Department
06.2004 - 02.2008
- Promoted a positive image of the police department by attending community meetings and events as a representative.
- Made numerous arrests after carefully observing suspicious behavior and conducting thorough investigations.
- Supported investigations by collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and documenting findings in detailed reports.
- Testified in court cases as needed, presenting clear and concise accounts of incidents under oath.
- Supported fellow officers during high-risk situations, demonstrating teamwork and commitment to public safety.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05.2002
Skills
- Financial Crime Investigation
- Interrogation skills
- Surveillance techniques
- Case Report Development
- Courtroom testimony skills
- Undercover operations
- Social media investigations
- DEA Task Force
- Narcotics Trafficking
- Narcotic Field Test Procedures
- Collaborating with agencies
- Asset forfeiture
Timeline
Narcotics Detective
Dekalb County Police Department
05.2009 - Current
Interactive Community Policing Officer
Dekalb County Police Department
02.2008 - 05.2009
Master Patrol Officer
Dekalb County Police Department
06.2004 - 02.2008
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Alcorn State University