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Jason Upshaw

Hawthorne

Summary

Dedicated law enforcement professional with experience in patrol operations, emergency communications, and public safety. Proven ability to respond effectively to critical incidents, prepare accurate reports, and work collaboratively in high-pressure environments. Certified Field Training Officer with specialized training in crisis intervention, traffic speed measurement, ballistic shield operations, breath testing, and hostage/crisis negotiation.

Overview

1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Sheriff

Alachua County Sheriff's Office
06.2022 - Current
  • Conducted proactive patrols and responded to emergency and non-emergency calls to enhance community safety.
  • Investigate incidents and complete thorough reports.
  • Collaborated with Team 2 during night shift to achieve departmental objectives and ensure effective operations.
  • Earned Field Training Officer certification and completed advanced specialty training.

Call Taker, Teletype Operator, and Fire Dispatcher

Combined Communications Center
03.2019 - 06.2022
  • Executed duties as Call Taker, Teletype Operator, and Fire Dispatcher to support emergency response operations.
  • Maintained communications certifications during transition to patrol, ensuring readiness for diverse operational roles.
  • Sought part-time employment to develop skills relevant to emergency response and communication.

Education

Law Enforcement -

Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL
11-2022

Skills

  • Patrol Operations
  • Emergency Response
  • Report Writing
  • Crisis Intervention (CIT)
  • Field Training
  • Radio & Teletype Communications
  • Fire Dispatch
  • Traffic Enforcement
  • Evidence & Documentation
  • Teamwork

Certification

  • Law Enforcement Academy (770 hrs)
  • Advanced Report Writing
  • Breath Test Operator
  • Core Handgun
  • Ballistic Shield Operator
  • Speed Measurement
  • Field Training Officer
  • Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
  • Hostage & Crisis Negotiation

Timeline

Deputy Sheriff

Alachua County Sheriff's Office
06.2022 - Current

Call Taker, Teletype Operator, and Fire Dispatcher

Combined Communications Center
03.2019 - 06.2022

Law Enforcement -

Santa Fe College