Linda Scott
Odessa,Texas
Summary
Dedicated Police Officer with12 years of experience, skilled at dealing with the general public, paperwork, filing, backgrounds, Excel, organization, answering phone calls, and having a positive outcome for the day.
Focused on maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting the public, staff, and students. Excellent problem-solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating crimes or incidents and identifying and preserving evidence. Extrovert, love talking and getting to know people. A sympathetic to a person in crisis or in need. Good working relationship with all other Departments and Co-workers. Not afraid to ask for help to complete an assignment or task. Would rather get it done correctly. Go above and beyond every duty assigned and would like to continue to do the same at any job.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
University Of Texas Permian Basin
10.2014 - Current
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area who can become comfortable with me.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Gathered necessary information for reports and court appearances. Testify under Oath when necessary.
- Conduct background investigations on new applicants.
- Conducted regular campus security patrols and handled incidents promptly to maintain overall safety for staff, students and visitors.
- Quarter Master duties (equipment and uniform issuance).
- All Dispatch duties as assigned while short-handed.
- Evidence and property release or destruction.
- Organizing files in Dispatch and Share Drive.
- Coordinate Events or Meetings
- Fill out Emergency OPS plans at Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center
- Attend weekly meetings.
- Detective Investigations (2 Years)
Police Officer
Odessa College
12.2012 - 10.2014
- Talked regularly with citizens and staff to establish rapport.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Responded quickly to active shooter threats in student housing and evacuated buildings to search for armed suspect.
- Obtained CPR certifications in preparation for on-campus emergencies.
Public Safety Telephone Response Unit Specialist
Odessa Police Department
05.2012 - 12.2012
- Interacted with citizens in friendly and knowledgeable way and wrote (Information or criminal) reports when necessary.
- Collect evidence including fingerprints or photographs
- Answer non-emergency calls and direct to correct personnel.
- Help Records Clerks enter written case folders into reporting system.
- Organize new case files and old files listed by retention period. Gather files listed good for destruction and monitor destruction of files.
- Organize evidence for future review or court hearings.
Police Recruit/Police Officer
Odessa Police Department
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Police Academy
- Additional Police training, receiving Basic Peace Officer License.
- Began field training as Police Officer with Field Training Officer.
- Arrested suspects and transported prisoners to Ector County LEC for processing and detention.
Public Safety Telephone Response Unit Specialist
Odessa Police Department
04.2008 - 08.2011
- Interacted with citizens in friendly and knowledgeable way and wrote (Information or criminal) reports when necessary.
- Collect evidence including fingerprints or photographs
- Answer non-emergency calls and directed them correct personnel.
- Help Records Clerks enter written case folders into reporting system.
- Organize new case files and old files listed by retention period. Gather files listed good for destruction and monitor destruction of files.
- Organize evidence for future review or court hearings.
Correctional Officer
Corrections Corporation Of America
12.1999 - 01.2007
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, transported to hospitals or medical appointments in Grants and Albuquerque, NM.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts every 1/2 hour to hour, unless 1-on-1 is required for suicidal inmates.
- Prepared, processed and maintained inmate files that included meal logs, records and activity journals.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
- Worked in Central Control. Controlling entire facility, which included all access to all doors, keys, and cameras.
- Perimeter checks of Correctional facility. (Interior and exterior)
- Completed intake paperwork on new inmates (County and Federal) which included fingerprints, photographs, and searches. Busses would arrive weekly and had up to 200 inmates.
- Prepared inmates for release or to their new location inside the facility.
- Shakedown housing cells and pods.
- Supervised inmates working in Hobby Shop, Kitchen, and other locations on site.
- Write reports for all incidents including assaults, use of force, possession, and any other misconduct.
Night Auditor
Motel 6
01.1998 - 12.1999
- Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close cash registers for that day, reconciling issues quickly and marking discrepancies and correcting them to start new day.
- Ran daily reports to verify totals in cash and credit cards.
- Checked in and out customers with welcoming attitude and enter data into folio system. A full house for the motel would consist of approx. 250 people.
- Responded to guest needs quickly and efficiently, noting changes in reservations, special needs or requests, and issues in their current room.
- Looked over pending check-ins and payment processes to complete closing procedures.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
Assistant Manager
Little Caesars Pizza
08.1995 - 11.1997
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands for 5-10 employees.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Mentored employees in applying effective customer service techniques and delivering top-notch food service.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by monitoring credit card sales and deposits.
- Reduced corporate costs by developing and implementing improved merchandising, receiving and maintenance procedures.
- Prep foods for day, wash dishes, clean areas keeping safe working environment.
Counter Help
Blake's Lotaburger LLC
01.1995 - 08.1995
- Warmly welcomed customers upon approaching counter and placing orders.
- Performed arithmetic functions handling cash and balancing register and credit card transactions.
- Maintained stock and replenished workstation products.
- Professionally answered telephones and responded to customer inquiries.
- Prepared and attached labels detailing relevant data on food containers.
- Prepared food and check to make sure everything customer ordered is present.
Crew Leader
Little Caesars Pizza
05.1992 - 06.1994
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Supervised end-of-day cleanup activities to remove debris and making sure morning crew has clean area to start their day.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Greeted customers with fast and friendly service.
- Prep foods and orders, making sure ingredients are fresh for every order.
Education
Basic Peace Officer License - Law Enforcement
Odessa Police Academy
Odessa Police Department 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Odessa High School
Odessa, TX06.1994
Skills
- Evidence Preservation and Destruction
- Dispatcher Duties
- Decision Making and Taking Initiative
- Organizational Skills with files and evidence
- Inventory of all uniforms and equipment
- Investigative Techniques and Follow-ups
- Background Packet investigations
- Team Player and Communication Skills, Multi-tasking
- Volunteering
- Administrative Skills
- Security Monitoring
- Front Office Support and filing
- Excel spreadsheets/ Microsoft Word
- Traffic Control
- Community Relations
Additional Information
At the age of 16, I joined the Police Explorers. I left for one year when I was 18, but continued when I moved back to Odessa. I stayed in Explorers until I was 21 years old. I knew that being a Police Officer was always what I wanted to pursue. I went to numerous competitions and learned a lot about each of the departments in the PD. I was considered a sharp shooter during these competitions. Of course I was too young and we used a CO2 pistol to compete.
Timeline
Police Officer
University Of Texas Permian Basin
10.2014 - Current
Police Officer
Odessa College
12.2012 - 10.2014
Public Safety Telephone Response Unit Specialist
Odessa Police Department
05.2012 - 12.2012
Police Recruit/Police Officer
Odessa Police Department
08.2011 - 05.2012
Public Safety Telephone Response Unit Specialist
Odessa Police Department
04.2008 - 08.2011
Correctional Officer
Corrections Corporation Of America
12.1999 - 01.2007
Night Auditor
Motel 6
01.1998 - 12.1999
Assistant Manager
Little Caesars Pizza
08.1995 - 11.1997
Counter Help
Blake's Lotaburger LLC
01.1995 - 08.1995
Crew Leader
Little Caesars Pizza
05.1992 - 06.1994
Basic Peace Officer License - Law Enforcement
Odessa Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Odessa High School
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