Kenneth Adams
Sherwood,OR
Summary
Dedicated Deputy Sheriff with over 23 years of experience providing security and maintaining safe environments. Successful managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment. Advanced skills in crime prevention, evidence preservation and witness interview techniques. Looking to apply skills to new chapter of my working career.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Safety Officer III
Linfield University
McMinnville, Oregon
Dec.2023 - Current
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Patrol campus, providing safety and security for university-students-staff-public.
- Work with local law enforcement and fire district.
Background Investigator/Deputy Sheriff
Washington County Sheriff Office
Hillsboro, OR
01.2000 - 12.2023
- Assisted in the organization and implementation of community outreach programs to raise awareness about public safety.
- Trained new officers on proper procedures and techniques.
- Supervise community non profit partnership projects assisted by adults in custody.
- Provided courtroom security for judicial proceedings.
- Extensive firearms and defensive tactics as related to job function.
D.O.C. Officer
State of Oregon DOC
Salem, OR
02.1996 - 12.1999
- Ensured safety and security of inmates within the facility by conducting searches, supervising activities, and maintaining order.
- Monitored inmates' behavior to detect any signs of physical or psychological distress, as well as potential for violent outbursts.
- Conducted investigations into incidents involving inmates, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Maintained records of inmate activities and progress towards rehabilitation goals.
Internal Investigator /Special Assets Officer
Target Inc.
Portland, OR
03.1993 - 11.1996
- Conducted detailed investigations into allegations of misconduct and fraud within the organization.
- Developed internal policies to prevent future cases of abuse or misconduct.
- Gathered evidence through interviews with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Analyzed documents and other physical evidence to identify irregularities in behavior or policy violations.
- Compiled reports detailing findings from investigations for review by senior staff members.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings related to disciplinary actions taken against employees due to investigation results.
- Advised management on legal matters pertaining to employee conduct issues.
- Reviewed organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Coordinated closely with Human Resources department during investigations involving employee discipline.
- Drafted letters of reprimand and termination when appropriate based on investigation results.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
United States Marine Corps
USMC Camp Pendleton
Camp Pendleton South, CA
- Ensured compliance with Marine Corps regulations and standards.
- Conducted physical training exercises to maintain optimal fitness levels.
- Maintained accountability of personnel, equipment, and supplies.
- Utilized various weapons systems as part of marksmanship training.
- Participated in daily inspections to ensure uniformity and cleanliness.
- Developed effective communication skills through rigorous verbal drills.
- Cleaned and maintained weaponry following official procedures for optimum reliability.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
- Conducted regular war games without live ammunition to practice scouting, attacks and counteroffensive movements.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Lane College
Eugene, OR07.1989
Skills
- Witness Interviews
- Crime Investigation Discovery
- Background Investigations
- Court Testimony
- Public Event Security
- Public Safety
- Subpoena Delivery
- Courthouse Safety
- Surveillance
- Prisoner Transport
- Emergency Response
- Criminal Law
Certification
- Advanced DPSST Certification 2005
- First Aid/CPR Current
Commendations/Awards
- Washington County Sheriff's Office Sheriff's Performance Commendation - Rob Gordon
- Washington County Sheriff's Office Sheriff's Performance Commendation - Pat Garrett
- Washington County Life Saving Award - Pat Garrett
Timeline
Public Safety Officer III
Linfield University
Dec.2023 - Current
Background Investigator/Deputy Sheriff
Washington County Sheriff Office
01.2000 - 12.2023
D.O.C. Officer
State of Oregon DOC
02.1996 - 12.1999
Internal Investigator /Special Assets Officer
Target Inc.
03.1993 - 11.1996
- Advanced DPSST Certification 2005
- First Aid/CPR Current
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Lane College
United States Marine Corps
USMC Camp Pendleton
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