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MARCUS WRIGHT

Brandon,MS

Summary

Detail-oriented law enforcement professional experienced in operations management and crisis intervention. Strengths include effective communication and problem-solving skills, as well as a dedication to fostering community trust and promoting safety awareness.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

PATROL OFFICER

CAPITOL POLICE
Jackson, MS
02.2023 - Current
  • Patrol the CCID
  • Crisis Intervention Officer/ Instructor
  • Draft reports detailing incidents and safety violations
  • Talk regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area
  • Investigate incidents and crimes, collect evidence, and record witness statements
  • Assessed and managed potential risks and hazardous situations
  • Respond to emergency calls and provide appropriate support.
  • Engaged with community members to foster positive relationships and promote safety awareness.**Patrol the CCID**
    **Crisis Intervention Officer/Instructor**

    - Draft reports detailing incidents and safety violations.
    - Regularly communicate with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area.
    - Investigate incidents and crimes, collect evidence, and record witness statements.
    - Assess and manage potential risks and hazardous situations.
    - Respond to emergency calls and provide appropriate support.
    - Engage with community members to foster positive relationships and promote safety awareness.

POLICE LIEUTENANT

HUDSPETH REGIONAL CENTER
03.2019 - 07.2020
  • Established and enforced employee policies and procedures to achieve goals and objectives
  • Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies
  • Conducted employee evaluations to review performance and provide constructive feedback to enhance achievement of organizational goals
  • Provided management and support to team of 10 officers, reducing process gaps and promoting productivity
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of special areas of emphasis, including properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.

POLICE SERGEANT

YAZOO CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
06.2018 - 03.2019
  • Supervised numerous certified police officers
  • Conducted routine patrols of assigned areas to prevent, reduce, and detect criminal activity, and responded to emergency situations requiring law enforcement intervention; monitored and enforced traffic laws and ordinances, and issued warnings and citations for traffic violations
  • Liaison between public and police department; strengthened relationship, communication, and trust between neighbors and police
  • Processed incoming inmates and arrestees and compiled arrest packages, including arrest and booking documentation, fingerprints, mug shots and medical history
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.

SERGEANT, JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS, CAMPUS ENFORCEMENT

Jackson, Ms
01.2016 - 06.2017
  • Supervised numerous certified and non-certified officers with-in the second largest district in the state
  • Enforced all building rules and regulations in all school district facilities
  • Patrolled buildings, facilities and perimeter areas to prevent damage to property
  • Maintained order, responded to emergencies and enforced federal and local laws
  • Mentored students to help foster a positive and safe learning environment.

SERGEANT, HINDS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Jackson, Ms
02.2012 - 01.2016
  • Directed daily patrol shift operations to maintain high standards of service.
  • Increased staff productivity through effective discipline planning and oversight.
  • Served as Lieutenant's representative during absence, managing essential tasks.
  • Facilitated training sessions and enforced policies, promoting compliance across teams.
  • Assessed situations for disciplinary recommendations based on established guidelines.
  • Generated insightful reports on background investigations, detailing significant findings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Morton High School
Morton, MS

Hours Accumulated Towards BS in Criminal Justice

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS

Police Officer Training -

Jackson Police Training Academy
Jackson, MS

FEMA-HOMELAND SECURITY Incident Command Training -

Skills

  • Certified Field Training Officer
  • Criminal Investigation
  • Hostage and Crisis Negotiator
  • CIT Instructor
  • Community-Oriented Policing
  • FBI LEEDA Supervisor Training Field Supervisor
  • Operations Management
  • Proficiency in Internal Affairs Investigations
  • Corrections Experience
  • Development of Policy and Procedures
  • Field Supervision
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Ethics Compliance
  • Complaint Investigation

Accomplishments

  • Jackson Police Department Officer of the Month/ Detective of the Year
  • Hinds County Sheriff Department Officer of the Year
  • Hinds Behavioral Health Award for Life Saving

Timeline

PATROL OFFICER

CAPITOL POLICE
02.2023 - Current

POLICE LIEUTENANT

HUDSPETH REGIONAL CENTER
03.2019 - 07.2020

POLICE SERGEANT

YAZOO CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
06.2018 - 03.2019

SERGEANT, JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS, CAMPUS ENFORCEMENT

Jackson, Ms
01.2016 - 06.2017

SERGEANT, HINDS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Jackson, Ms
02.2012 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Morton High School

Hours Accumulated Towards BS in Criminal Justice

Jackson State University

Police Officer Training -

Jackson Police Training Academy

FEMA-HOMELAND SECURITY Incident Command Training -

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