LaShon Brown
Memphis,TN
Summary
Natural leader and accomplished law enforcement professional. Handles demanding shift management challenges and tactical situations. Demonstrated abilities in meeting coverage requirements and building highly professional team. Proven expertise in leading and motivating officers to handle high workloads and difficult situations with community-focused approach. Expert in handling administrative requirements and schedules. Dedicated Police Supervisor with proven success at building high-performing teams and controlling crime. Productive and positive communicator with public and other law enforcement. Transforms crises into orderly solutions. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
City Of Memphis Police Department
05.2021 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls and provided appropriate support.
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve patrol operations.
- Gave presentations at community groups and public events highlighting work of police officers and special teams.
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Assessed and managed potential risks and hazardous situations.
Sergeant of Investigations
City Of Memphis Police Department
05.2016 - 05.2021
- Worked with law enforcement, prosecutors and company representatives to handle caseload.
- Conducted confidential investigations of potential insurance law violations.
- Collected sworn written and recorded statements backing up investigations.
- Verified compliance with codes and documented findings.
- Gave official testimony in grand jury, administrative and open court hearings.
- Acquired background information from authorities and prepared subpoenas in conjunction with legal division.
Police Officer
City Of Memphis Police Department
12.1998 - 05.2017
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
Mechanic
United States Army Reserve
07.1997 - 07.2008
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
Boatswain's Mate
United States Navy, Boatswain's Mate
07.1994 - 07.1997
- Learned to operate new technology systems and procedures through instruction, simulators and models.
- Directed and coordinated crew members and workers and maintained strict operational schedules and profit targets.
- Kept watch aboard vessels to identify changing conditions or potential issues and implement corrective actions.
Education
No Degree - Interview And Interrogation
Wicklander-Zulawski
Memphis Police Academy In Memphis, TN07.2017
Bachelor Of Applied Studies - Criminal Justice
Bethel University
Mckenzie, TN05.2017
Skills
- Effective Working Relationships
- Tactical Deployment
- Prevention Programs
- Information Verification
- Court Appearances
- Emergency Situations
- Evidence Preservation
- Organization and Time Management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Task Prioritization
- Written Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Data Entry
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- MS Office
- Project Planning
- Cultural Awareness
- Microsoft Word
- Active Listening
- Team building
- Supervision and leadership
- Calm Under Pressure
Affiliations
- Freemason
Timeline
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
City Of Memphis Police Department
05.2021 - Current
Sergeant of Investigations
City Of Memphis Police Department
05.2016 - 05.2021
Police Officer
City Of Memphis Police Department
12.1998 - 05.2017
Mechanic
United States Army Reserve
07.1997 - 07.2008
Boatswain's Mate
United States Navy, Boatswain's Mate
07.1994 - 07.1997
No Degree - Interview And Interrogation
Wicklander-Zulawski
Bachelor Of Applied Studies - Criminal Justice
Bethel University
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