Joseph Cornett
Summary
Currently employed by Beckley Police Department with the position as the School Resource Officer at Beckley Stratton Middle School. Combined with a total five years of Law Enforcement and one year of Corrections. Currently enrolled at Bluefield State University obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Corrections & Treatment Specialist. Certified as a Field Training Officer. Recently completed Senior Law Enforcement Leadership Certificate Program from the University of Charleston. Committed to fulfilling my oath of protecting and serving those within the community and obtaining the ethical standards within my law enforcement profession. As a certified law enforcement officer with multiple courses and certifications showing persistent work-ethic, excellent time management, and the ability to work within several different environments, I am eager to move forward within my career and expand my knowledge within my degree.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrolman
Beckley Police Department
09.2021 - Current
- Detained suspects for investigation, gathering evidence and preparing detailed reports for successful prosecutions.
- Ensured a visible police presence within the community by engaging in foot patrols and interacting with residents.
- Assisted in traffic control during special events and incidents, ensuring smooth flow and public safety.
- Participated in training exercises to enhance professional skills, maintain physical fitness and stay current on departmental policies and procedures.
Deputy Sheriff/Corporal
Wyoming County Sheriff's Office
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
Correctional Officer II
Stevens Correctional Center
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Bluefield State University
Bluefield, WV05-2026
Certification - Law Enforcement
West Virginia State Police Academy
Dunbar, WV06-2020
High School Diploma -
Greater-Beckley Christian School
Prosperity, WV05-2014
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professionalism
- Decision making
- Verbal and written communication
- Integrity and honesty
- Stress tolerance
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Relationship building
Certification
- West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitations Academy 06/2019
- Introduction to Incident Command System 06/2019
- An Introduction to the National Incident Management System 06/2019
- Honor Guard Basics 12/2019
- West Virginia State Police Academy 07/2020
- Investigating Report Writing Training 06/2020
- Intoximeter FST Preliminary Breath Testing Instruments and Drugs that Impair 07/2020
- Secondary Breath Analysis Operator 07/2020
- Hazardous Materials Awareness 07/2020
- The Governor's Committee on Crime, Delinquency, and Correction 07/2020
- Emergency Vehicle Operations 10/30/2020
- Mountwest Community & Technical College Skill Set in Law Enforcement 07/2020
- Taser X26P CEW V.22 User Certification Course 09/2021
- Stop The Bleed 09/2021
- Police Pistol Course 10/2021
- Operator Computer Based In-Service Training Program for the Alco-Sensor FST 10/2021
- Basic Police Mountain Bike 04/2022
- Basic Field Training Officer Course 10/2022
- Mental Health and Wellness 11/2023
- Officer-Involved Shooting: Recognizing Sensory Distortions 11/2023
- Personally-Destructive Behavior 11/2023
- Sexual Assault/Trauma Informed Interview Seminar 04/2024
- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement 03/2024
- Police Pistol Mounted Optics Operator Course 04/2024
- Cultural Competency for Law Enforcement 06/2024
- ATF Crime Gun Intelligence Summit 08/2024
- PepperBall Operator Training Course 11/2024
- Senior Law Enforcement Leadership Certificate 03/2025
Timeline
Patrolman
Beckley Police Department
09.2021 - Current
Deputy Sheriff/Corporal
Wyoming County Sheriff's Office
09.2019 - 09.2021
Correctional Officer II
Stevens Correctional Center
08.2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Bluefield State University
Certification - Law Enforcement
West Virginia State Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Greater-Beckley Christian School
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