Jason Turner
Chief Of Police
Lake View, SC,SC
Summary
Seasoned Police Chief that has over 10 years of experience in law enforcement, with proven success at building high-performing teams and controlling crime. Productive and positive communicator with public and other law enforcement entities. Reliable, dependable, proactive, and is a dedicated professional with history of meeting and exceeding goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational needs. Also an individual with a diverse background in mechanical technology, who can diagnose and repair most problems that may arise due to mechanical failures or damaged equipment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates
Work History
Chief of Police
Lake View Police Department
Lake View, SC
08.2019 - Current
- Increased departments proactive productivity by implementing a K-9 Narcotics Interdiction Unit which led to increased criminal arrests, narcotics/money seizures, and effectively leading the Lake View Police Department and establishing operational goals.
- Worked as the departments head administrator, supervising all department/Town Hall employees, as well as handling all day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Liaised with local, state, and federal regulatory law enforcement agencies to streamline criminal investigation completion, which led to criminal prosecution.
- Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings, trials, as well as testifying under oath in administrative hearings, municipal court, and General Sessions criminal court cases.
Sheriff's Deputy
Florence County Sheriffs Department
Effingham, SC
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify criminal activity, community security, and safety concern issues.
- Conducted field interviews, vehicle stops, filed incident reports, made criminal arrests and issued public contacts and E-Ticket citations.
- Assessed and analyzed data to clarify course of criminal prosecution.
- Testified on the departments behalf in both Magistrate and General Sessions criminal court cases.
Sheriff's Deputy
Marion County Sheriff's Department
Mullins, SC
10.2015 - 09.2018
- Worked as shift supervisor for sheriff's department answering dispatched calls for service while maintaining departmental standards and policy and procedures.
- Assisted other agencies such as SLED and SCDNR with search and rescue missions during natural disasters such as Hurricane Florence and Hurricane Matthew.
- Served as SWAT/Medic on Sheriff Departments Emergency Response Team.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify criminal activity, community security, and safety concern issues.
- Conducted field interviews, vehicle stops, filed incident reports, made criminal arrests and issued public contacts and E-Ticket citations.
- Assessed and analyzed data to clarify course of criminal prosecution.
- Testified on the departments behalf in both Magistrate and General Sessions criminal court cases.
Police Officer
Mullins Police Department
Mullins, SC
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Apprehended suspects, advised Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Questioned arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Talked regularly with citizens and business owners to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area.
Technician Specialist
Turner's Outboard And Boat Repair
Nichols, SC
08.2011 - 10.2012
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize intermittent issues and mechanical defects and determine appropriate repairs.
- Performed both major and minor mechanical repairs and diagnosis on outboard marine engines
- Studied wiring schematics and diagnostic repair information regarding diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults and component failures on marine engines.
Mechanical Technician
Palmetto Nissan
Florence, SC
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Worked as Lead Technician for Nissan Corp, diagnostics and repair.
- Provided assistance to other mechanics at Nissan dealership with hard to diagnose intermittent issues.
- Performed both major and minor mechanical repairs on automotive vehicles.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects and determine appropriate repairs.
- Completed root cause analysis, logged faults and component failure diagnostics, then conducted necessary repairs.
Education
Associate Degree in Industrial Technology - Automotive Technology
Florence Darlington Technical College
Darlington, SC 08.2006 - 08.2008
Skills
Analytical and Critical Thinking
undefinedCertification
SCCJA Class One Law Enforcement Certified
Timeline
Chief of Police
Lake View Police Department
08.2019 - Current
Sheriff's Deputy
Florence County Sheriffs Department
10.2018 - 07.2019
Tactical Medic for SWAT Team-FLETC
05-2016
CFR - Certified First Responder
03-2016
Sheriff's Deputy
Marion County Sheriff's Department
10.2015 - 09.2018
Police Officer
Mullins Police Department
10.2012 - 05.2015
SCCJA Class One Law Enforcement Certified
10-2012
Technician Specialist
Turner's Outboard And Boat Repair
08.2011 - 10.2012
Nissan Mechanical Technician
01-2009
Mechanical Technician
Palmetto Nissan
08.2008 - 08.2011
Associate Degree in Industrial Technology - Automotive Technology
Florence Darlington Technical College
08.2006 - 08.2008
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