Jennifer Highwood
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Police Officer with 5 years of experience in enforcing state and federal laws and city codes according to departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Proven skills in emergencies, defensive tactics, S.T.O.P.S., EVO, weapons training, and many more law enforcement certifications. with excellent problem-solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating crimes and accidents while identifying and preserving evidence. Eager to apply these abilities to a dynamic new position.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Lawrence Police Department
02.2023 - Current
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
Founder
Helping Heroes Of America
04.2015 - Current
- Direct effective management, financial control and eliminate non-profit debt
- Oversee daily administrative operations of over 25 employees
- Develop sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion
- Interview, onboard and mentor sales and marketing professionals
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
- Established organizational mission statement through extensive collaboration and review.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Monitored industry trends to stay competitive and adapt the company''s offerings accordingly.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Aligned operational objectives with long-term goals to ensure sustainable success throughout various stages of startup growth.
Police Officer
Martinsville Police Department
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving, and arrest technique training.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationships with the community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as a witness under oath in court.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Monitored criminal activity in the community to identify suspicious activity.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles, and premises.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
Sworn Deputy Sheriff
Marion County Sheriff Office
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Drafted reports detailing incidents and safety violations over 2 years.
- Established Criminal Law training
- Traffic Law training
- Preformed Firearms training
- CALEA certified Academy
- Conducted thorough investigations that led to the successful prosecution of numerous offenders.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of [Number] inmates and guards.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationships with the community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Provided security at various community events, ensuring a safe environment for attendees.
- Enhanced public trust by providing professional and compassionate assistance during emergencies.
Detention Deputy/Correctional Officer
Marion County Sheriff's Office
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Establish positive working relationships
- Maintain boundaries with resident offenders
- Supervise and delegate tasks to employees in training
- Verify facility security through inspection of outside areas, locks, and cells for potential hazards
- Oversee control center and monitor inmates, visitors, employees
- Make rounds at specified intervals, conduct head counts and roll calls
- Preformed cuffing and transporting inmates
- Complete daily work report sheets
- Expedited intake processes while maintaining accuracy, ensuring timely placement of new detainees into appropriate housing units.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff by consistently enforcing facility rules and regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergencies and provided medical aid.
- Supervised and controlled behavior of 2500 inmates.
Field Training Officer
Marion County Sheriff Office
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Conducted regular assessments to gauge trainee competence in critical skills, adjusting training plans as needed to address gaps in knowledge or ability.
- Promoted positive interactions between trainees and experienced officers to foster a strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork throughout the department.
- Served as a positive role model for new officers, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to public service at all times.
- Facilitated effective communication between trainees and senior staff for increased collaboration and teamwork in the field.
- Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
- Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
- Strengthened professional relationships within the department by participating in community engagement events alongside other officers and supervisors.
- Acted as training subject matter expert and provided extensive technical support to different departments.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Conducted scenario-based exercises simulating real-world law enforcement situations, preparing trainees for the challenges they would face in the field.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Management
Ivy Tech Community College Of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN2 2022
Core 40 - Business
Decatur Central High School
Indianapolis, IN7 2009
Skills
- Correctional facility procedures
- First Aid/CPR
- Team management
- Supervision Employee training
- Team building
- Relationship development
- Business operations
- Safety and security
- Public safety
- Use of Force Training
- Report Writing
- Crime scene management
- Search and seizure procedures
- Self-defense techniques
- Law Enforcement
Accomplishments
Congressional recognition award for community service, Indiana
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Interdiction Training
- Emergency vehicle operations
- Standardized field sobriety
- firearms
- defensive tactics
- criminal law
- traffic law
- FTO certified
- taser
- OC Spray
Timeline
Police Officer
Lawrence Police Department
02.2023 - Current
Police Officer
Martinsville Police Department
11.2021 - 01.2023
Sworn Deputy Sheriff
Marion County Sheriff Office
01.2021 - 11.2021
Field Training Officer
Marion County Sheriff Office
01.2019 - 01.2020
Detention Deputy/Correctional Officer
Marion County Sheriff's Office
02.2018 - 11.2021
Founder
Helping Heroes Of America
04.2015 - Current
Associate of Science - Business Management
Ivy Tech Community College Of Indiana
Core 40 - Business
Decatur Central High School
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