Kala Thomas
Summary
I have built trust and relationships with members of the community through outreach initiatives while employing de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts. I am Committed to integrity and honesty. I excel in building relationships that enhance public safety and cooperation within the community.
As a veteran who has served my country and now a police officer serving my community
I have shown my commitment to my oath to serve and protect against all enemies foreign and domestic.
- 04/2024: Awarded with Officer of the Month
-12/31/2024: Received Letter of Commendation for performing six and a half minutes of CPR on a victim, who was dead upon arrival from multiple stab wounds and blunt force trauma to the head.
- 03/2025: Received a Letter of Commendation for professionalism and behavior while on duty with LMPD in DC for the Presidential Inauguration
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2018 - 05.2024
HIP Clerk
Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
11.2020 - 02.2021
Corrections Officer
Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
02.2021 - 06.2021
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
06.2021 - Current
- Attends classes in personnel procedures, police regulations, current laws, the criminal justice system, human behavior and a variety of other topics related to police work.
- Participates in practical training of firearm usage, driving, self-defense, arrest procedures, use of police equipment and a variety of other procedures and activities related to police work.
- Prevents crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventive, protective, and defensive tactics; mediating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to notices of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; and detaining suspects.
- Apprehends suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help, observing violations, and making arrests.
- Participated in outreach efforts to foster relationships with local residents. Creating relationships in the community and residents in the area to create increase trust and communication.
Education
Eagle Crest High School
Centennial, COSkills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- De-escalation techniques
- Patience and empathy
- Community engagement
- Self-defense techniques
Timeline
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
06.2021 - Current
Corrections Officer
Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
02.2021 - 06.2021
HIP Clerk
Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
11.2020 - 02.2021
Human Resources Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2018 - 05.2024
Eagle Crest High School
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