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Jennifer Kelly

Summary

Motivated and determined Law Enforcement Officer with 8 years in law enforcement which includes 2 years in investigations and 1 year as a K-9 handler. As a Detective I am focused on investigating criminal cases. Industrious and diligent with exceptional integrity and above average clearance rates. Smoothly collect statements and evidence by following both traditional and contemporary investigatory strategies.

Effective at writing reports and affidavits, interviewing witnesses and gaining informants by applying persuasive communication skills and understanding of the law. Proven investigator with a self-motivated and flexible style.

I have the ability to analyze situations and adapt quickly, effectively and in reasonable courses of action with due regard to my surroundings. I have proven the ability to remain calm and deliver results in high pressure situations. As an experienced Law Enforcement Officer I am skilled at looking for unusual and suspicious activity and persons.

My goals in this career are to build upon skills and tackle new responsibilities.

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Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Detective

Pickens County Sheriff's Office
01.2023 - Current
  • Investigate criminal incidents
  • Gather facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
  • Collect evidence and make informed decisions and conclusions by employing deductive reasoning and analysis that leads to prosecution
  • Keep meticulous and detailed records of each case while maintaining strict confidentiality
  • Delivering calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
  • Obtaining and serving search warrants and court orders relating to ongoing cases.
  • Monitoring suspicious activity within the community
  • Building rapport with the citizens and other Law Enforcement agencies
  • Undergo continuous training as needed

Deputy First Class

Pickens County Sheriff's Office
06.2021 - 01.2023
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
  • Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle to identify security and safety issues.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
  • Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.

Corporal Patrol Officer

Walhalla Police Department
02.2020 - 06.2021
  • Review paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
  • Respond quickly to dispatch and take appropriate action at criminal and traffic scenes.
  • Investigate criminal and traffic offenses.
  • Patrol and look for unusual activity and suspicious persons.
  • Take appropriate action while investigating juvenile cases.
  • Diffuse tense situations by remaining calm.
  • Apprehend suspects, prepare case reports, and testify in courtroom hearings.
  • Train and mentor Officers on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
  • Search vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen property.
  • Conduct traffic collision reports.

K9 Master Patrol Officer

Pickens Police Department
06.2017 - 06.2018

Maintain K9 training logs, monthly and annual certifications. Responded to calls of service within my department as for surrounding agencies. Tracked suspects and missing persons. Conducted legal vehicle searches during lawful traffic stops. Worked K9 inside buildings and dwellings to locate narcotics, evidence and persons.

Routine patrols and responded quickly to calls of service.

Completed reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.

Prepared cases for trial and appeared and testified as a witness.

Patrol Officer

Pickens Police Department
08.2015 - 06.2017

Patrol the city limits in a patrol vehicle and on foot. Respond quickly to dispatch and take appropriate action to the scene.

Mediate domestic-related disturbances and protect victims from harm. Organize and record facts to prepare incident reports. Serve active warrants and transport arrestee to jail.

Search vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen property.

Monitor and investigate suspicious persons and unusual activities. Conduct high speed vehicle chases in serious and emergency situations. Prepare cases for trial and appear and testify in court. Direct traffic during emergency and congested situations. Instruct suspects on field sobriety tests.

Prepare reports, citations and summons necessary to charge individuals with violations of ordinances, statutes and laws including petty, misdemeanor and felony offenses.

I was promoted to Master Patrol Officer in May of 2018.

Detention Officer

Pickens County Sheriff's Office
04.2015 - 08.2015
  • Followed daily routine schedule and took head counts of all inmates in assigned cell block
  • Exercised surveillance and control over inmates
  • Fingerprinted and photographed incoming and released inmates
  • Performed searches of people, mail items and cell blocks
  • Transported and escorted inmates to hospitals, court and other institutions

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Analytical thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Interviewing
  • Emergency response
  • Problem Solving
  • Crime Scene Prevention
  • Incident report writing
  • Court room procedures
  • Search and seizure
  • High speed vehicle pursuit
  • Affidavits
  • Witness interviews
  • Collecting statements
  • Interrogation
  • Collecting evidence
  • Researching skills
  • Case Report Development

Certification


  • Specific Skills Instructor
  • SCCJA Basic Law Enforcement Certification
  • Interview and Interrogation
  • Body Language and Behavioral Recognition
  • Overdose Response, Investigation and Prosecution
  • Criminal Drug Interdiction Techniques and Concealment Locations

Timeline

Detective

Pickens County Sheriff's Office
01.2023 - Current

Deputy First Class

Pickens County Sheriff's Office
06.2021 - 01.2023

Corporal Patrol Officer

Walhalla Police Department
02.2020 - 06.2021

K9 Master Patrol Officer

Pickens Police Department
06.2017 - 06.2018

Patrol Officer

Pickens Police Department
08.2015 - 06.2017

Detention Officer

Pickens County Sheriff's Office
04.2015 - 08.2015
Jennifer Kelly