Jason Livingston
Concord,CA
Summary
Seasoned Instructor and Deputy Sheriff with a track record of enhancing student performance and public safety at Contra Costa County. Excelled in driving instruction, force options, and law enforcement, leveraging strong communication and public speaking skills. Demonstrated expertise in collaborative learning and crisis management, significantly improving community relations and student engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff
01.2016 - Current
- Instructed in the following areas: Driving, Force Options, Civil Disputes, Death investigation, First Aid / CPR
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Increased student participation with introduction of group projects and collaborative learning sessions.
Deputy Sheriff
Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office
06.2008 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assisted in the training of new deputies, sharing knowledge and experiences to help them excel in their roles.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Participated actively in ongoing training programs designed to enhance skills necessary for deputy sheriff duties.
- Testified effectively in court, presenting clear evidence that contributed to successful case outcomes.
- Provided security at various community events, ensuring a safe environment for attendees.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
- Reduced criminal activity through diligent surveillance, proactive policing, and collaboration with local businesses and residents.
- Prevented accidents by enforcing traffic laws and promoting safe driving practices among motorists.
- Led team during emergency responses, ensuring swift action to protect lives and property.
- Participated in high-risk arrest warrants, ensuring apprehension of dangerous individuals while minimizing collateral risks.
- Managed evidence collection and preservation, contributing to high integrity of investigative processes.
- Administered first aid and emergency assistance at accident scenes, saving lives and stabilizing victims until medical teams arrived.
Education
Bachelor's Degree of Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZAdvanced POST Certificate - Law Enforcement
CA POST
Acadamy Instruction Certification Course - Adult Learning
CA POST
08-2021
CA POST Certificate - Basic Police Acadamy
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA12-2008
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Expertise in subject matter
- Group and individual instruction
- Continuous professional development
- Collaborative team player
- Student engagement
- Adaptable teaching approach
- Student evaluation
- Student counseling
- Student rapport
- Adult learning
- Learning objectives
Certification
- Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Certification - Various State Justice Academies or Community Colleges.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Certification - Various State Law Enforcement Agencies.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification - State POST Boards.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Defensive Tactics Certification - Various Martial Arts Organizations or Police Academies.
- Disaster Response and Crisis Intervention Certifications– American Red Cross, FEMA.
- Firearms Proficiency Certificate - State POST Boards or Equivalent Authorities.
- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement(ARIDE) certification– National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA).
- Tactical Communication Skills Training Certificate - Various Law Enforcement Training Centers.
- Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) Instructor Certification – National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Use Certification - American Red Cross.
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Portfolio
Deputy Sheriff
Affiliations
- Contra Costa Sheriff Office
- Sacred Sons Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club
Timeline
Instructor
Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff
01.2016 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office
06.2008 - Current
Bachelor's Degree of Management
University of Phoenix
Advanced POST Certificate - Law Enforcement
CA POST
Acadamy Instruction Certification Course - Adult Learning
CA POST
CA POST Certificate - Basic Police Acadamy
Los Medanos College
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