Kimberly McLeod
Bowie,MD
Summary
Experienced in public safety and conflict resolution with a strong background in emergency response and community relations. Bringing expertise in de-escalation techniques, planning, and coordination to effectively address challenges and ensure safety. Offering skills in integrity, report writing, and empathy to support a wide range of professional roles.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
POLICE OFFICER
Metropolitan Police Department
Washington, DC
07.2003 - 07.2026
- Answered emergency calls and analyzed situations, responding quickly to prevent injury or loss of life.
- Resolved conflicts between citizens or groups through effective problem-solving skills, fostering community harmony.
- Built strong relationships with community members via proactive policing initiatives, enhancing trust and cooperation.
- De-escalated volatile situations using training and expertise.
- Demonstrated sound judgment during high-pressure situations.
- Interviewed victims, complainants and witnesses to obtain accurate information.
- Applied crisis intervention strategies to mitigate potential harm.
- Analyzed complex situations to develop effective solutions, improving response outcomes in critical incidents.
- Upheld public trust and provided excellent service to different communities.
- Conducted preliminary and follow-up investigations of criminal incidents, hazardous situations, and vehicle collisions.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings regarding arrests made or other related matters.
- Enforced traffic laws by issuing citations and warnings.
- Administered first aid, including CPR certification.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures at all times.
- Patrolled designated neighborhoods to enhance community safety in response to calls for assistance.
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Dillon County Sheriff's Department
Dillon, SC
10.2001 - 07.2003
- Executed arrest warrants, located, and took persons into custody.
- Operated a patrol vehicle with proficiency while on duty.
- Responded quickly to calls for service from dispatch personnel.
- Operated patrol vehicle with proficiency while on duty.
- Evaluated crime scenes and collected evidence for further investigation.
- Resolved complex domestic disputes through effective communication and negotiation. by de-escalating volatiles.
- Conducted security checks at county courthouse to ensure compliance with court regulations for all visitors and personnel.
- Testified in court to present evidence and serve as witness in traffic and criminal cases.
- Testified in court to present evidence and serve as a witness in traffic and criminal cases.
- Identified and pursued suspects of criminal acts, executing arrests to uphold law and order.
- Utilized radio communications systems to monitor police activities in the field.
POLICE OFFICER
Latta Police Department
Latta, SC
11.1999 - 10.2001
- Successfully completed police academy training, including instruction in criminal law and investigation techniques.
- Enforced laws and ordinances through observation, apprehension of violators, issuance of citations, and arrest when necessary.
- Monitored motorists to verify adherence to traffic laws and regulations.
- Operated radar equipment to detect speeders and issued warnings or citations.
- Generated detailed reports on shift activities and incidents to ensure accurate record-keeping and accountability.
- Investigated traffic accidents and other incidents to determine causes and assess potential criminal activity.
- Generated reports detailing shift activity and incidents.
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
South Carolina Department of Corrections
Bennettsville, SC
04.1998 - 11.1999
- Handled difficult inmates professionally, ensuring safety and compliance within the facility.
- Maintained order within the facility by conducting searches, shakedowns, head counts, and pat downs.
- Developed excellent communication skills to de-escalate potentially volatile situations.
- Utilized sound judgment and decision-making skills to maintain order and address concerns of inmates, staff, and visitors.
- Performed observation duties in housing units to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
- Made periodic patrols of quarters and work areas and initiated counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals.
- Supervised inmate workers assigned to various tasks throughout the facility.
- Oversaw security operations during events to ensure safety and compliance. during special events such as prisoner transportations, court appearances, medical visits and family visits.
- Provided counseling to inmates to address their questions and concerns. to respond to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
Education
CERTIFIED LAW ENFORCEMENT -
Maurice Turner Institute of Police Science
Washington, DCCERTIFIED LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING IN CRIMINAL AND CIVIL JUSTICE - LAW ENFORCEMENT
South Carolina Justice Academy
Columbia, SCHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Dillon High School
Dillon, SCSkills
- Criminal investigations
- Traffic enforcement
- Arrest procedures
- Evidence collection
- Report writing
- Radio communications
- Planning coordination
- Tactical policing
- Use of force training
- Conflict de-escalation
- De-escalation methods
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Community policing
Personal Information
Title: Security Manager
Certification
CPR / AED, OC Spray / ASP, WALES, Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC), Narcan
Timeline
POLICE OFFICER
Metropolitan Police Department
07.2003 - 07.2026
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Dillon County Sheriff's Department
10.2001 - 07.2003
POLICE OFFICER
Latta Police Department
11.1999 - 10.2001
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
South Carolina Department of Corrections
04.1998 - 11.1999
CERTIFIED LAW ENFORCEMENT -
Maurice Turner Institute of Police Science
CERTIFIED LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING IN CRIMINAL AND CIVIL JUSTICE - LAW ENFORCEMENT
South Carolina Justice Academy
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Dillon High School