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Linda Jackson

Jensen Beach,FL

Summary

Experience in every aspect of law enforcement, including but not limited to instructor in the Police Academy and Field Training Officer. Detective, administrative

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retired Law Enforcement Supervisor

Worcester Polce Department
Worcester, MA
01.1972 - 12.2000
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
  • Enforced traffic laws, ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
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  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance
  • Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.

  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court. Raised the conviction rate of felonies and misdemeanors.
  • Implemented training programs as a Field Training for cadets . Academy Instructor.
  • Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings while testifying under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
  • Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion. Under a Federal Grant myself and my partner became the first known female Arson Investigators in the USA.
  • Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading Worcester Police Department and establishing operational goals.

Raised the conviction rate for sexual assault offenses

Head Teacher

Massachusetts Dept. Of Mental Health
Southbridge, MA
09.1970 - 01.1972
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters

Certified Elementary Teacher

Manchester Public Schools
Manchester, NH
09.1969 - 09.1970
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
  • Introduced learning blocks of study for specific academic subjects in upper grades.
  • Prepare students for middle school by introducing classroom rotations

Member New Hampshire Classroom Teachers Association

Education

Ph.D. Behavioral Science ( Candidate

California Coast University
Santa Ana, CA

M.A. - Criminal Justice

Clark University
Worcester, MA
05.1979

B.S. - Education

N.Adams State College
North Adams, MA
05.1969

Associate Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA
05.1967

Skills

  • Court Testimony
  • Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
  • Law Enforcement Coordination
  • Crime Scene Photographs
  • Protecting People and Property
  • Suspect Pursuance and Arrest
  • Active Listening
  • Emergency Situations
  • Interrogating Suspects
  • Accident Scene Investigations
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Safe Driving
  • Foot Patrolling
  • Surveillance Technology
  • Law enforcement programs

Accomplishments

Awarded The Key to the City of Worcester.


Awarded Massachusetts Legislative Citation

Affiliations

Past VP Jensen Beach Lions Club. Served as liason for Martin County Schools


Member- Salvation Army Women's Auxillary- focus on feeding programs and collection of food as a Volunteer


Member Stuart-Jensen Beach Elks Lodge #1870. Chair; National Education Foundation, and Membership


Certification

Radar ( trained and certified), Lidar ( Trained and Certified)


US Coast Guard Reserve Instructor in Human Relations, Communication and Civil Rights.

Ribbons include: Unit Citation, Expert and Sharpshooter, Good Conduct

Additional Information

Volunteer @ Salvation Army of Martin St Lucie & Okeechobee Counties. Stuart-Jensen Elks volunteer

Timeline

Retired Law Enforcement Supervisor

Worcester Polce Department
01.1972 - 12.2000

Head Teacher

Massachusetts Dept. Of Mental Health
09.1970 - 01.1972

Ph.D. Behavioral Science ( Candidate

California Coast University

M.A. - Criminal Justice

Clark University

B.S. - Education

N.Adams State College

Associate Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Quinsigamond Community College

Certified Elementary Teacher

Manchester Public Schools
09.1969 - 09.1970
Linda Jackson