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Education
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Jimmy Birchfield

Westpoint,MS

Summary

Resourceful investigative professional uses evidence analysis and advanced interviewing techniques to illuminate complex cases. Performs thorough collection procedures for informing accurate investigative direction. Detailed examiner of crime scenes and reports using intense review process to uncover concrete evidence.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Officer

North American Security
03.2023 - Current
  • Greet guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Conduct regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
  • Acts quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Provides excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
  • Prevents unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
  • Maintains a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
  • Checks and verifies photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Check identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Report suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Monitores and authorizes entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Improves overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
  • Write detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Screen individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
  • Manage access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.

School Officer

West Point High School
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • Collaborated with administrators and teachers to develop comprehensive safety plans for various school events.
  • Proactively identified potential threats to the school environment by analyzing patterns of behavior or communication among students.
  • Strengthened relationships between the school community and local law enforcement agencies through regular meetings and collaborative initiatives.
  • Served as a liaison between the administration team and local police force during investigations involving criminal activity within the school premises.
  • Enhanced school safety by conducting thorough building inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Maintained a secure campus through regular monitoring of security cameras, access control systems, and visitor management processes.
  • Reduced incidents of violence through proactive intervention, conflict resolution, and de-escalation techniques.

Lieutenant, Cold Case and Evidence

West Point Police Department
12.2015 - 06.2022
  • Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
  • Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
  • Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
  • Mentored junior detectives to improve their investigative skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
  • Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
  • Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.
  • Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
  • Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
  • Coordinated crime scene searches methodically for comprehensive evidence collection ensuring no critical elements are missed.
  • Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
  • Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
  • Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
  • Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
  • Conducted personal, property, and event surveillance.
  • Increased case resolution rate through diligent evidence collection, analysis, and interpretation.

Lieutenant, Patrol Operations

West Point Police Department
01.2010 - 12.2015
  • Managed budgets responsibly, ensuring sufficient resources were allocated for necessary equipment upgrades and personnel needs.
  • Streamlined communication within the department by fostering a collaborative environment and utilizing modern technology tools.
  • Improved patrol operations efficiency by implementing strategic planning and proper resource allocation.
  • Ensured compliance with departmental policies, state laws, and federal regulations by consistently monitoring officer activity during patrols or investigations.
  • Led successful investigations, gathering crucial evidence and providing accurate documentation for case resolution.
  • Enhanced officer safety through thorough training and adherence to established protocols.
  • Optimized response times to emergencies by regularly evaluating patrol routes and employing data-driven decision-making processes.
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
  • Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.

Lead Investigator Over Criminal Investigation Div.

West Point Police Department
01.2000 - 12.2010
  • Provided expert testimony in court proceedings, contributing to favorable outcomes for clients.
  • Trained new investigators in company policies and procedures, ensuring consistency and quality of work across the team.
  • Maintained detailed records of investigation activities for easy reference during case reviews or legal proceedings.
  • Increased client satisfaction through regular updates on investigation progress and prompt responses to inquiries.
  • Reduced case backlog by prioritizing high-impact investigations and allocating resources accordingly.
  • Utilized advanced technology tools to gather and analyze evidence, leading to accurate conclusions and recommendations.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning among team members by sharing industry news, trends, and educational resources.
  • Conducted thorough investigations to achieve successful case closures and client satisfaction.
  • Developed and maintained strong professional relationships with law enforcement agencies, fostering cooperation in investigations.
  • Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
  • Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
  • Researched criminal cases and led investigations to determine appropriate course of proceedings.
  • Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
  • Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
  • Questioned and consulted with subjects and witnesses for information pertaining to criminal cases.
  • Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
  • Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Music

Mary Holmes College
West Point, MS
12.1998

High School Diploma -

West Point High School
West Point
06.1989

Skills

  • Work Coordination
  • Report Writing
  • Strategic Planning
  • Investigation leadership
  • Information Verification
  • Emergency Response
  • Investigation Management
  • Rule Enforcement
  • Asset Protection
  • Search and seizure
  • Evidence storage
  • Dispatcher collaboration
  • Warrants and summons
  • Suspect interrogation
  • Court appearances
  • 9-1-1 calls
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Process Analysis
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Understanding Cultural Diversity
  • Emergency Management Training
  • Legal updates of Amendments

Timeline

Officer

North American Security
03.2023 - Current

School Officer

West Point High School
06.2022 - 03.2023

Lieutenant, Cold Case and Evidence

West Point Police Department
12.2015 - 06.2022

Lieutenant, Patrol Operations

West Point Police Department
01.2010 - 12.2015

Lead Investigator Over Criminal Investigation Div.

West Point Police Department
01.2000 - 12.2010

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Music

Mary Holmes College

High School Diploma -

West Point High School
Jimmy Birchfield