Joshua Howell
501 Greenbrier Dr. Hanceville,AL
Summary
I'm an accomplished law enforcement professional who servers God and the community. I have 18 years' experience in protecting and serving the public through policing. Expertise in strengthening relationships and trust between civilians and law enforcement agencies and being a positive influence on others. Specializes in de-escalated situations to provide optimal outcomes for all involved individuals. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Law Enforcement Officer
Cordova Police Department
154 Main St. Cordova , AL
04.2024 - Current
- Patrol assigned areas to maintain public safety and enforce local, state, and federal laws.
- Respond promptly to emergency calls, accidents, and incidents requiring law enforcement intervention.
- Conduct investigations into criminal activities, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and making arrests as necessary.
- Serve legal documents such as warrants, subpoenas, and court orders.
- Conduct traffic stops to enforce traffic laws and ensure road safety.
- Assist with crowd control and public events, ensuring the safety and security of participants.
- Provide assistance and support to victims of crime, including referring them to appropriate resources and agencies.
- Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and emergency services to coordinate responses to emergencies and criminal activities.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of incidents, arrests, and other activities.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current on laws, procedures, and tactics.
- Transported prisoners from jails to courthouses for hearings or trials.
- Conducted traffic stops for violations of motor vehicle laws.
Chief of Police
Hanceville Police Department
203 Bangor Ave. Hanceville, AL
01.2016 - 04.2024
- Addressed citizen inquiries regarding police services at public forums or via telephone calls and emails.
- Developed strategies to reduce crime rates in the community.
- Conducted investigations into criminal activity or complaints against officers.
- Advised city government officials on matters related to public safety.
- Developed strategies for improving officer morale while maintaining high ethical standards.
- Supervised staff of officers and other personnel within the department.
- Monitored daily operations of the department to ensure efficiency.
- Established relationships with local businesses, schools, churches, and other organizations in order to build trust between citizens and police force.
- Reviewed and updated police department policies and procedures.
- Participated in community events such as parades or fundraisers in order to promote good relations between citizens and police force.
- Maintained a budget for the police department ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies for joint investigations.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for department operations.
- Implemented community policing initiatives to foster public trust.
Law Enforcement Officer
Snead Police Department
87654 US-278 Snead, Alabama
05.2015 - 12.2015
- Conducted traffic stops for violations of motor vehicle laws.
- Transported prisoners from jails to courthouses for hearings or trials.
- Investigated accidents and filed necessary reports.
- Apprehended suspects and made arrests when necessary.
- Testified in court regarding criminal cases.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance.
- Patrolled assigned areas to maintain public safety and order.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
Police Officer
Alabama A&M
4900 Meridian St. Huntsville, AL
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Monitored surveillance systems and cameras throughout the campus area.
- Adhered strictly to all departmental protocols regarding arrest procedures.
- Conducted investigations into violations of university regulations or state and federal law.
- Participated in active shooter drills to ensure readiness in emergency situations.
- Maintained records of incidents, arrests, citations issued, reports written and any other related activities.
- Performed building checks, escorts, lockouts, unlocks and other security services as needed.
- Performed traffic control duties such as issuing parking tickets and directing traffic at special events.
- Attended training classes in order to stay up-to-date with current laws, regulations and procedures relating to campus police work.
- Assisted in the enforcement of university policies and procedures related to student conduct.
- Patrolled campus grounds on foot and in a patrol vehicle to ensure safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors.
- Promoted positive behaviors through education rather than punishment whenever possible.
- Facilitated communication between administration and families regarding school policies, procedures, or incidents involving their children.
- Organized special events such as assemblies or field trips for the purpose of educating students about safety topics.
- Provided training sessions for faculty members regarding security protocols for handling emergencies.
- Conducted daily patrols of school grounds to ensure safety of students and faculty.
- Provided support to school staff with discipline issues involving students.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, counselors, parents and guardians, and other stakeholders to create safe learning environments for all students.
- Developed relationships with students by engaging in conversations and activities.
- Intervened when necessary to prevent potential conflicts from escalating into violence.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southisde
Southside Al05-2001
Some College (No Degree) -
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Hanceville, ALSkills
- Patrol procedures
- Investigative skills
- Firearms proficiency
- Traffic Control
- Community policing
- Drug enforcement
- Evidence collection
- Community Engagement
- Criminal Investigations
- Crime Scene Processing
- Felony laws knowledge
- Staff Management
- Officer Training
- Planning and coordination
- Case Management
- Fingerprinting
- Community Relations
- Firearms training specialist
- Search and seizure laws familiarity
- Interrogation Techniques
- Evidence collection and evaluation
- Criminal Law
- Community-Oriented Policing
- Background Investigations
- Exceptional problem solver
Certification
- NRA Firearms Instructor
- Alert (ERASE) Instructor
- Alert (CRASE) Instructor
- Alice Instructor
- Stinger Spike Strip Instructor
- Tactical Casualty Emergency Care Instructor
- OC Spray Instructor
- Certified K9 Handler
- Alabama Investigator Academy Certified
- Shooting Reconstruction Certified
Timeline
Law Enforcement Officer
Cordova Police Department
04.2024 - Current
Chief of Police
Hanceville Police Department
01.2016 - 04.2024
Law Enforcement Officer
Snead Police Department
05.2015 - 12.2015
Police Officer
Alabama A&M
05.2013 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Southisde
Some College (No Degree) -
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
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