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Krista James

Independence,MO

Summary

I am a highly-motivated employee with the desire to take on new challenges. I have a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Officer

Buckner Police Department
Buckner, MO
11.2022 - Current
  • Prepared detailed written reports articulating and detailing specific facts based on eyewitness accounts.
  • Responded to crimes in progress as a single person unit.
  • Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects through criminal investigations.
  • Drafted probable cause statements and search warrant requests.
  • Investigated child sex abuse crimes and worked closely with appropriate agencies to get interviews conducted of juvenile victims.
  • Conducted follow up investigations to resolve active cases.
  • Worked closely with outside agencies to obtain further knowledge and learn criminal patterns of suspects.
  • Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
  • Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
  • Counseled victims of domestic violence regarding available resources.
  • Accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
  • Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
  • Utilized various technologies including computers, body worn cameras, and radar equipment to complete job duties.

Officer

Grain Valley Police Department
Grain Valley, MO
06.2021 - Current
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
  • Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
  • Utilized various technologies including computers, body worn cameras and LPR systems to complete job duties.
  • Maintained crime scene logs and scene security during homicides.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.

Education

MISSOURI POST CERTIFICATION - Police Science

University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO
06-2021

High School Diploma -

FHE
05-2015

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice And Criminology

MCC Blue River
Independence, MO

Skills

  • Ability to work efficiently in high stress situations
  • Ability to work without direct supervision
  • Computer knowledge
  • Report writing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Officer

Buckner Police Department
11.2022 - Current

Officer

Grain Valley Police Department
06.2021 - Current

MISSOURI POST CERTIFICATION - Police Science

University of Central Missouri

High School Diploma -

FHE

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice And Criminology

MCC Blue River
Krista James