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Kenneth Cockrel III

Fate,Texas

Summary

With a robust background as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer and Staff Sergeant in the Air National Guard, I bring a proven track record in crisis management and leadership. Expert in investigative techniques and adept at sensitive information handling, my career is marked by dedication to public safety and security, highlighted by significant achievements in threat assessment and team leadership.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Federal Law Enforcement Officer

Federal Reserve Police
01.2023 - Current
  • Agency Overview: Detroit Branch and Dallas Branch.
  • Daily responsibilities include working posts in the Federal Reserve Bank
  • Entrance screening, monitoring cameras, answering alarms, assisting guests during events, report writing, screening armored courier vehicles, providing officer escorts for guests and contractors visiting or working in sensitive areas of the bank
  • Uniformed foot and vehicle patrols around the interior and exterior bank perimeter to secure the area
  • Member of Honor guard providing funeral honors for fallen or deceased officers
  • Also serving as 'Guardian of the Colors' by displaying and escorting the national flag during ceremonial occasions on bank premises
  • Assist in, and attend meetings, participate in annual in-service as well as other required officer training, and many other administrative and operational duties
  • Detroit Branch & Dallas Branch

Staff Sergeant, Security Forces

Air National Guard
Selfridge ANGB
05.2020 - Current
  • Led, managed and performed force protection duties to protect personnel, USAF assets, and resources
  • Maneuvered communications vehicles, intrusion detection equipment and other special-purpose equipment to facilitate operations
  • Maintained and secured base grounds to monitor status and safety of premises
  • Apprehended and detained suspects searched persons and property and conducted interviews to gather evidence while working cases pertaining to the Uniform Code of Military Justice
  • Protected facilities, personnel and multi-billion-dollar assets while working in support of the United States Govt
  • Certified armorer accounted for $600K+ in USAF Security Forces equipment and munitions daily enhancing squadron overall readiness as well as a close bound sentry duty for high protection level assets
  • Deployed with the 378th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron to Prince Sultan Airbase (PSAB) Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Support of Operation Spartan Shield/ Operation Inherent Resolve; provided around the clock airbase ground defense, force protection, and perimeter security to regional air power projection assets based at PSAB

Police Officer, Fugitive Apprehension Task Force

Detroit Police Department
Detroit
07.2020 - 01.2022
  • Deputized by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office
  • Responsible for locating and apprehending violent fugitives throughout the State of Michigan
  • Conduct interviews to gather intelligence on fugitive's whereabouts
  • Work in a plain clothes/undercover capacity, as well as conduct surveillance
  • Gather intelligence on offenders through public, law enforcement databases and field work
  • Manage multiple assigned cases simultaneously and lead plans of apprehensive action
  • Precisely type search warrants and acquire approval through circuit courts judges/magistrates
  • Create operational plans for raid execution in conjunction with arrest and search warrants
  • Serve court subpoenas and witness detainers for homicide cases
  • Expected to be available during off duty hours for imminent cases
  • Transported and managed arrestees to multiple detention facilities

Police Officer, Special Operations

Detroit Police Department
Detroit
02.2019 - 07.2020
  • Assisted with covert investigations to uncover ongoing crimes and crimes in progress.
  • Monitor and investigate suspicious persons, situations, and unusual activities.
  • Locate and apprehend high-risk and violent offenders after creating intel workups by using information networks such as Report Systems, Law Enforcement Information Network (L.E.I.N.), and Clear Investigation Software in conjunction with fieldwork.
  • Work collaboratively with investigative units such as K-9, Homicide, Detectives, Auto Theft, Surveillance, Sex Crimes, etc.
  • To follow up on criminal investigations and arrests.

Infantryman

Army National Guard, A. CO 1-125th Infantry Regiment 37t
Detroit
03.2012 - 01.2020
  • Combat the enemy by means of fire and maneuver to destroy, capture, or repel assault by fire, close combat, and/or counterattack
  • Trained in: Combat Patrols, Movement techniques and Battle drills, Basic rifle marksmanship, U.S Weapons systems, RTO (radio telephone operator), Combat lifesaver certified

Police Officer, Patrol

Detroit Police Department
Detroit
10.2016 - 02.2019
  • First responder for citizen calls for service, responsible for enforcement of state laws and city ordinances
  • Search vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen property
  • Conduct high-speed vehicle chases in emergency situations
  • Organize and record facts to prepare reports as well as appear and testify in court

Campus Public Safety Cadet

Wayne State University Police Department
Detroit
01.2013 - 04.2016
  • Conducted uniformed foot and vehicle patrols in and around Midtown Detroit and the Wayne State University campus
  • Promoted to T.O.R.P
  • Assistant (Training officer/Research/Planning) and Auxiliary Functions Cadet
  • Assisted with routine weekly maintenance of Police Vehicles of the WSU Police Fleet
  • Dealt with upkeep and maintenance of the WSU Police emergency blue light phone systems across the University campus and surrounding area

Resident Advisor

Wayne State University Office of Housing and Residential Life
Detroit
09.2014 - 01.2016
  • Provided security to the residents and property of Wayne State University
  • Organized and executed outreach events encouraging positive community bonding
  • Provided residents with friendly and swift customer service

Urban Government Intern

Detroit Police Department
Detroit
06.2014 - 08.2014
  • Assisted Police Officers of the Detroit Police Department's 5th and 9th precincts and DPD Narcotics Evidence and Processing section
  • Assisted on ride a longs with several Police officers
  • Worked extensively in the Precincts Detective Units (PDU's)

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
08.2016

High School Diploma -

Cass Technical High School
Detroit, MI
06.2011

Skills

  • Holds a Secret Security Clearance
  • Leadership
  • National Standardized field sobriety testing certification
  • Software Installations
  • Initial computer troubleshooting
  • Police report writing
  • Firearms proficiency
  • Investigative techniques
  • Evidence collection
  • Crime scene analysis
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Undercover operations
  • Arrest procedures
  • Leadership communications
  • Physical fitness
  • Intelligence gathering
  • Cultural awareness
  • Vehicle pursuit
  • Courtroom testimony
  • Interviewing witnesses
  • First aid training
  • Subpoenas
  • Interrogation tactics
  • Federal statutes
  • Surveillance technology
  • Witness interrogations and interviews
  • Intercultural communication
  • Crime scene investigations
  • Jury testifying
  • Investigative experience
  • Public safety and security
  • Crisis management
  • Sensitive information handling
  • Threat assessment
  • Advanced driving techniques

Accomplishments

  • Member of The National Society of Leaders at Wayne State University
  • Fall 2011 Floor Rep of the month award for Wayne State Housing Office
  • Completed First ever Detroit Police Department Mini Police academy
  • Graduate of Charlie. Co 2-58 at Fort Benning Infantry School US Army
  • Graduate of U.S. Airforce Security Forces Tech School
  • Michigan Commission of Law Enforcement Standards (M.C.OL.ES) Sworn Police Officer
  • DOD certified law enforcement officer
  • Federal Law enforcement officer
  • Military Service awards; Air and Space Achievement award with leaf cluster, Meritorious unit award, Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal, Army Reserve component Achievement medal, National Defense Service medal, Armed Forces Service medal, Air and Space Expeditionary Service ribbon with gold border, Air and Space longevity with 2 oak leaf clusters award, Army Reserve component overseas training ribbon, Armed Forces Reserve medal with 2 Hour glass devices and 1 M Device, Army Service Ribbon, and 5 State awards with 4 devices.
  • Detroit Police perfect attendance award, Precinct Officer of the Quarter award, Two meritorious commendation awards, and one departmental citation award.

References

  • SSGT Mitchell, Brian, Team Leader 127th SFS, (313) 656-9530
  • Mike Dysarczyk, (586) 850-5422
  • SGT Burke, Jason, DPD supervisor, (313) 255-2140
  • DeLorean Holmes, (248) 679-6021
  • SGT Erik Diekman, FRLEO supervisor

Timeline

Federal Law Enforcement Officer

Federal Reserve Police
01.2023 - Current

Police Officer, Fugitive Apprehension Task Force

Detroit Police Department
07.2020 - 01.2022

Staff Sergeant, Security Forces

Air National Guard
05.2020 - Current

Police Officer, Special Operations

Detroit Police Department
02.2019 - 07.2020

Police Officer, Patrol

Detroit Police Department
10.2016 - 02.2019

Resident Advisor

Wayne State University Office of Housing and Residential Life
09.2014 - 01.2016

Urban Government Intern

Detroit Police Department
06.2014 - 08.2014

Campus Public Safety Cadet

Wayne State University Police Department
01.2013 - 04.2016

Infantryman

Army National Guard, A. CO 1-125th Infantry Regiment 37t
03.2012 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Wayne State University

High School Diploma -

Cass Technical High School

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