Joshua Chamberlain
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Accomplished Field Training Officer with Brevard County Sheriff's Office, demonstrating expertise in crime scene processing and mentoring. Leveraged technology for enhanced investigative outcomes and fostered teamwork, leading to significant improvements in officer performance and safety. Maintained 100% equipment accountability, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Served on numerous specialty units to meet agency needs and development a diverse professional skillset.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Training Officer / Deputy Sheriff
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
10.2021 - Current
- Served 2022-Current on BCSO DIVE, conducting site overview, line tending, and dives. During this time I completed numerous evidentiary dives for various investigative units.
- Served 2021-Current on BCSO CISM, assisting local law enforcement with challenging events and calls for service.
- Served 2024-Current on BCSO Traffic Homicide Investigations team, performing detailed analysis of crashes involving fatalities or serious bodily injury.
- Obtained General Instructor certification where I assisted in training and evaluating new hire orientation groups and performed squad level instruction.
- Increased officer safety by providing in-depth instruction on defensive tactics, firearms proficiency, and emergency vehicle operation.
- Improved officer performance by developing comprehensive training programs focused on practical skills and situational awareness.
- Facilitated effective communication between trainees and senior staff for increased collaboration and teamwork in the field.
- Ensured proper documentation of all training activities to maintain compliance with department guidelines and accreditation standards.
- Collaborated with fellow Field Training Officers to develop innovative teaching methods that resonated with diverse learning styles among trainees.
- Mentored new officers throughout their probationary period, offering guidance on best practices for successful career advancement within the department.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Acted as an informal leader on a patrol shift, filling in when supervisors were unavailable
- Responded to high stress and rapidly evolving scenes regularly.
- Conducted abundant proactive enforcement and sought to pass this knowledge and methodology on to new officers.
Combat Engineer (MOS 1371)
United States Marine Corps Reserve
11.2015 - 09.2023
- Served as a Company Level Intelligence Cell (CLIC) leader, performing theoretical and tactical intelligence gathering and analysis operations.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Constructed floating bridges and temporary roadways to facilitate movement of large convoys of equipment and personnel to and from battle areas.
- Contributed to overall mission effectiveness through seamless collaboration with other military units and supporting elements.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.
- Served as a Squad Leader, Fire Team Leader, and acted in higher billets; often managing 3 to 20 Marines in a tactical environment.
- Strengthened unit readiness by consistently maintaining a high level of physical fitness and tactical expertise as required for combat engineer duties.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while supervising personnel in the execution of complex tasks, fostering a cohesive and motivated team environment.
- Increased proficiency in combat engineering techniques by providing training and mentorship to junior personnel.
- Enabled swift navigation in challenging terrain for military vehicles with the creation of durable crossing points utilizing both natural resources and prefabricated elements.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than hundreds of thousands of dollars.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to commander.
Police Officer
Roanoke City Police Department
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- While at this agency I routinely responded to critical incidents such as numerous homicides, shootings, and other crimes in progress.
Asset Protection Associate
Best Buy
07.2016 - 03.2021
- Wrote reports outlining activities and results.
- Improved store safety for employees and customers through regular risk assessments and hazard identification.
- Implemented and maintained loss prevention programs in close collaboration with store management.
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
- Monitored and analyzed customer behavior to identify and respond to potential theft and fraud incidents.
- Maintained a secure environment by conducting thorough surveillance, floor patrols, and CCTV monitoring.
- Collaborated with store management to develop targeted action plans addressing high-risk areas and items.
- Maintained detailed records of all incidents involving asset loss or shrinkage, supporting data-driven decision-making for future prevention efforts.
- Assisted law enforcement in the apprehension of shoplifters, providing necessary evidence and documentation for successful prosecutions.
Security Officer
Westminster Canterbury
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Conducted checks of both occupied and unoccupied residences to ensure well-being of live-in elderly patients.
Pizza Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
03.2014 - 10.2015
- Enhanced efficiency in delivery routes by utilizing GPS technology and local knowledge of the area.
- Handled customer concerns and issues by answering questions and escalating major problems to supervisor.
- Planned optimal routes to deliver multiple orders per trip and achieve strong performance ratings.
- Maintained a professional appearance, ensuring that personal grooming and uniform standards were in compliance with company policies.
- Managed cash and credit card transactions accurately, minimizing discrepancies in daily sales reports.
- Maintained a clean driving record, ensuring safe and responsible transportation of food items.
Education
No Degree - Traffic Homicide
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Strategic Intelligence
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2020
Skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Report writing
- Crime scene processing
- Radar operations
- Culturally aware
- Excellent interviewing skills
- Breath test operations
- Technology use
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Traffic Homicide Investigations
- Public Safety Diver
- General Instructor
- Field Training Officer
- Breath Test Operator
- Speed Measurement
- CPR/AED Certification
Awards
Deputy of the Month: Agency Wide - January of 2022
Deputy of the Month: Precinct - South Precinct January 2022
Deputy of the Month: Precinct - Canaveral Precinct March 2022
Deputy of the Month: Precinct - Canaveral Precinct May 2022
Deputy of the Month: Precinct - Canaveral Precinct November 2023
Deputy of the Month: Precinct - Canaveral Precinct August 2024
Life Saving Award x 3
Letter of Appreciation x 4
Commendable Service Award
Timeline
Field Training Officer / Deputy Sheriff
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
10.2021 - Current
Police Officer
Roanoke City Police Department
04.2019 - 10.2021
Security Officer
Westminster Canterbury
10.2016 - 06.2018
Asset Protection Associate
Best Buy
07.2016 - 03.2021
Combat Engineer (MOS 1371)
United States Marine Corps Reserve
11.2015 - 09.2023
Pizza Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
03.2014 - 10.2015
- Traffic Homicide Investigations
- Public Safety Diver
- General Instructor
- Field Training Officer
- Breath Test Operator
- Speed Measurement
- CPR/AED Certification
No Degree - Traffic Homicide
Eastern Florida State College
Bachelor of Science - Strategic Intelligence
Liberty University
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