Jonathan Blount
Marrero,LA
Summary
Law enforcement professional highly effective at taking leadership direction from superiors as well as mentoring junior officers. Believes that willingness to learn and emphasis on teamwork are essential qualities of successful law enforcement officers. Focused on maintaining strong relationships with coworkers and community. Skilled at the art of de-escalation through words and not weapons. Possesses three years of investigative experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
Kenner, LA
09.2022 - Current
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Upheld strong customer service standards while completing screenings.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Used x-ray scanners to check luggage and carry-on items for unauthorized materials.
- Protected vessels, passengers and crew by testing items and individuals for explosive material residue.
- Coordinated and maintained smooth passenger traffic flow through airport security checkpoints.
- Work Hours: 40-50 hours worked per week(Full Time)
Senior Police Officer
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, LA
12.2017 - 04.2022
- Investigated criminal and traffic offenses.
- Apprehended suspects, prepared case reports and testified in courtroom hearings.
- Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.
- Responded to and investigated security and burglar alarms.
- Adhered to safety protocols and properly handled equipment, weapons and materials.
- Responded to calls related to DWI, felonies, misdemeanors, domestic abuse and animal rescue.
- Directed and controlled crowds at parades, funeral processions and sporting events.
- Assessed crime scenes upon arrival and secured areas.
- Work Hours: 40-50 hours worked per week(Full Time)
Detective
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, LA
11.2018 - 01.2022
- Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
- Work Hours: 40-50 hours worked per week(Full Time)
Police Officer
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, LA
12.2015 - 12.2017
- Gathered preliminary investigation information as first responder to crime scenes.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
- Work Hours: 40-50 hours worked per week(Full Time)
Police Officer Recruit
New Orleans Police Department
New Orleans, LA
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Acquired working knowledge of department practices, procedures and equipment by participating in training sessions and one-on-one mentoring.
- Assisted police officers with non-emergency duties.
- Collected evidence at crime scenes under direct supervision of investigating officers.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Work Hours: 40 hours per week(Full Time)
Education
High School Diploma -
John Ehret High Shool
Marrero, LA05.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Music Performance
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LASkills
- Surveillance expert
- Search and seizure laws familiarity
- Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT)
- Case management
- Felony laws knowledge
- Planning and coordination
- Evidence collection and evaluation
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Calm under pressure
- Crime scene processing
- Defensive driving training
- Patrol procedures
Certification
- CEW(Taser) Training - 2021
- Pistol and Rifle trained and certified
- Fully vaccinated against Covid-19
Timeline
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
09.2022 - Current
Detective
New Orleans Police Department
11.2018 - 01.2022
Senior Police Officer
New Orleans Police Department
12.2017 - 04.2022
Police Officer
New Orleans Police Department
12.2015 - 12.2017
Police Officer Recruit
New Orleans Police Department
01.2015 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
John Ehret High Shool
Some College (No Degree) - Music Performance
Southeastern Louisiana University