Justin Echols
Wetumpka,AL
Summary
Accomplished Deputy Sheriff/ Patrol Sergeant with a proven track record at Macon County Sheriff's Office, showcasing expertise in de-escalation techniques and emergency response. Excelled in high-pressure situations, enhancing public safety and fostering community relations. Demonstrated integrity and tactical skills, contributing to a safer environment through effective incident management and collaboration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff/ Patrol Sergeant
Macon County Sheriff's Office
2016.12 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted in the training of new deputies, sharing knowledge and experiences to help them excel in their roles.
- Maintained accurate reports and records, aiding in the proper documentation of cases for judicial proceedings.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Participated actively in ongoing training programs designed to enhance skills necessary for deputy sheriff duties.
- Improved community safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
Police Officer/ Supervisor
Victoryland Greyhound Track
2018.08 - 2020.03
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
Police Officer
Tuskegee Police Department
2013.07 - 2016.12
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
Security Officer
Victoryland Greyhound Track
2009.08 - 2011.08
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
Education
Booker T Washington High School
Tuskegee, AL05.2008
Social Science -
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, ALSkills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Integrity and ethics
- Incident Response
- Emergency Response
- Crime investigation
- Defensive Tactics
- Traffic enforcement
- Patrol operations
- Prisoner Transport
- Subpoena delivery
- Serving court documents
- Report Writing
- Accident investigation
- Community Relations
- Weapons training
- Search and Seizure Laws
Timeline
Police Officer/ Supervisor
Victoryland Greyhound Track
2018.08 - 2020.03
Deputy Sheriff/ Patrol Sergeant
Macon County Sheriff's Office
2016.12 - Current
Police Officer
Tuskegee Police Department
2013.07 - 2016.12
Security Officer
Victoryland Greyhound Track
2009.08 - 2011.08
Booker T Washington High School
Social Science -
Tuskegee University
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