Jefferson Yega

K9 Handler

• Successfully completed the California P.O.S.T. K9 Handler Course. Managed and deployed a dual-purpose K9 certified in firearms and ammunition detection, missing person searches, and tracking and apprehension of suspects wanted for violent offenses. Responded to critical incidents involving aggravated assaults, drive-by shootings, kidnappings, sexual assaults, homicides, and other serious felony investigations. Conducted systematic searches in urban and rural environments, supporting law enforcement operations through suspect location, evidence recovery, and search-and-rescue missions while maintaining the highest standards of officer and public safety.

Field Training Officer (FTO)

• Trained, mentored, and evaluated newly hired police officers during the Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTO).
• Provided hands-on instruction in patrol operations, criminal investigations, report writing, traffic enforcement, officer safety, de-escalation techniques, and community policing.
• Assessed trainee performance in accordance with department policies, legal standards, and established training objectives.
• Completed Daily Observation Reports (DORs), performance evaluations, and training documentation to accurately track trainee progress.
• Demonstrated proper law enforcement procedures, ethical decision-making, and constitutional policing while serving as a professional role model.
• Coached recruits on critical thinking, sound judgment, tactical decision-making, and effective communication during routine and high-risk incidents.
• Ensured compliance with department policies, state and federal laws, and agency accreditation standards.
• Identified performance deficiencies, implemented corrective training plans, and provided ongoing coaching to improve competency and confidence.
• Collaborated with supervisors, training staff, and command personnel to evaluate trainee readiness for independent patrol.
• Fostered positive community relations by modeling professionalism, integrity, and respectful interactions with the public.
• Responded to emergency and non-emergency calls for service while maintaining responsibility for trainee instruction and public safety.
• Assisted in developing competent, confident officers capable of performing independent patrol duties safely and effectively.

Performed additional law enforcement responsibilities

• Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
• Responded to emergency calls and dispatched units to incidents.
• Conducted thorough investigations into crimes and incidents.
• Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
• Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
• Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.

• Active RRT (SWAT) Team Member
• Defensive Tactics Instructor
• Drone Team Operator
• Completed Basic Traffic Collision School, Rifle School, and Advanced Rifle & Handgun Training
• Enforce laws and regulations to protect life and property
• Conducted proactive patrols and initiated criminal/traffic investigations to deter crime and enhance public safety
• Respond to calls for service in adverse weather and high‑risk conditions
• Testify in court regarding arrests and investigations
• Made critical use-of-force decisions in alignment with policy and law to ensure safety and uphold justice
• Operate emergency vehicles safely under Code 3 conditions
• Interpret and process legal documents including warrants and citations
• Engage in community‑oriented policing and problem‑solving

• Supervised up to 9 sworn officers
• Provided law enforcement services to the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians and visitors
• Responded to calls from Red Hawk Casino including trespassing, disturbances, domestic violence, and narcotics cases
• Conducted investigations, detained subjects, and issued tribal citations
• Coordinated with El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office for violent crimes and narcotics arrests
• Patrolled tribal lands, gas station properties, and federal trust lands
• Responded Code 3 when authorized
• Reviewed, graded, and approved officer reports
• Assisted with major tribal events (Big Time) through foot and bike patrols
• Conducted traffic enforcement under Tribal Traffic Codes

• Loaded delivery trucks and transported packages
• Used GPS navigation to complete delivery routes efficiently

• Unloaded and reloaded semi‑truck trailers using forklifts
• Organized pallets for shipment and delivery

• Cleaned solar panels and removed pigeon waste
• Installed exclusion netting to prevent pest intrusion
• Performed roof‑top work and equipment preparation

• Washed dishes, cleaned fryers, and maintained kitchen sanitation
• Assisted with trash removal and general cleaning