Marcus Morris
Scotland Neck,NC
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Roanoke Rapids Police Department
Roanoke Rapids, NC
10.2023 - Current
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Observed court proceedings related to cases involving police work.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
Police Corporal
Scotland Neck Police Department
Scotland Neck, NC
01.2018 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented departmental policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections of personnel, equipment, and facilities to ensure compliance with standards.
- Monitored the performance of subordinates to ensure that job duties are being performed in accordance with established guidelines.
- Evaluated incident reports submitted by officers for accuracy and completeness.
- Provided guidance and direction to new recruits during their training period.
- Responded to emergency calls from citizens regarding criminal activity or suspected violations of laws.
- Investigated suspicious persons, vehicles, or activities as part of routine patrols or in response to citizen complaints.
- Supervised field operations including traffic control, crowd control, search warrant execution, raids.
- Advised supervisors on strategies for responding effectively to crime trends.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
Deputy Sheriff
Halifax County Sheriff's Office
Halifax, NC
08.2011 - 01.2018
- Assisted in the organization and implementation of community outreach programs to raise awareness about public safety.
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Provided courtroom security for judicial proceedings.
Correctional Officer
Caledonia Correctional Institue
Tillery, NC
08.2011 - 08.2014
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC05-2020
Basic Law Enforcement Training
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC05-2017
High School Diploma -
Southeast Halifax High School
Halifax, NC05-2007
Skills
- Traffic Laws
- Patrol procedures
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Search and seizure laws familiarity
- Search and seizure warrants
- Drug laws enforcement
Accomplishments
- 2018-Present, Member, Unity 64 PHA Rocky Mount, NC
- 2019-Present Present, PRIDE Minority Male Mentoring Program
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated
Timeline
Police Officer
Roanoke Rapids Police Department
10.2023 - Current
Police Corporal
Scotland Neck Police Department
01.2018 - 10.2023
Deputy Sheriff
Halifax County Sheriff's Office
08.2011 - 01.2018
Correctional Officer
Caledonia Correctional Institue
08.2011 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Halifax Community College
Basic Law Enforcement Training
Halifax Community College
High School Diploma -
Southeast Halifax High School