Mark Gary
Mauldin,SC
Summary
I am a dedicated and highly skilled individual with years of experience in law enforcement, including police procedure, investigations, active threat response, and arrest procedures. During my tenure as a law enforcement officer, I accomplished many difficult tasks including solving multiple property crimes operations, drug related crimes, responding to active shootings, armed robberies, and many more critical situations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Quartermaster
U.S.Navy
Norfolk, VA
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Conducted international drug operations with the U.S. Coast Guard.
- Conducted international security operations in over 7 countries
- Trained and conducted federal laws associated with apprehended international terrorists
- Conducted in federal operations associated with international drug smugglers and weapons smugglers
- Participated in international drug operation with the apprehension of over 30 million dollars in illegal narcotics
- Conducted risk assessments for high profile events maintaining optimal security measures.
- Trained and conducted security operations in foreign nations
- Trained on international laws when conducting foreign terrorist operations
Detention Officer
Guilford County Sheriffs Office
Greensboro, NC
02.2014 - 07.2015
- Supervised inmate activities and ensured compliance with facility regulations.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to maintain secure environment.
- Managed intake procedures, including processing new detainees and filing documentation.
- Trained new officers on security protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Developed and implemented strategies to de-escalate potential conflicts among inmates.
- Conducted court procedures
- Trained in state and federal law in inmate procedures
- Trained in state and federal law in inmate rights
- Trained in state and federal law in inmate health rights
- Conducted search and seizures of inmates for illegal contraband, such as narcotics and weapons
- Trained to lawfully restrained inmates without violating federal law
- Monitored surveillance systems to ensure safety of staff and detainees within facility.
- Lawfully restrained inmates during fights
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
- Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in detention management and security protocols.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Assisted in reducing incidents of violence by implementing conflict resolution strategies and de-escalation techniques.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
Police Officer
Columbia Police Dept
Columbia, SC
07.2015 - 10.2016
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses in major crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Dispensed tickets to offenders for traffic violations.
- Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Responded to major crime scenes, including bank robberies, shootings, home invasions, riots in progress and bomb threats.
- Conducted testimonies in court proceeding
- Conducted National Criminal Database searches of offenders
- Arrested multiples offenders on multiple drug charges
- Awarded Letter of Commendation for apprehension of bank robbery suspects.
- Conducted multiple arrest on warrants and traffic stops
- Inquired substantial experience in the fourth amendment, court proceeding, testimonies and much more in legalities.
Police Officer
Presbyterian College
Clinton, SC
10.2016 - 02.2020
- Investigated sexual assault cases that required crime scene security and taking victim statements.
- Received training on active shooter response from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Charleston, SC
- Responded to two possible threat incidents that involve suspect in possession of a firearm
- Investigated and solve numerous drug crimes
- Investigated burglary and other property crimes that resulted in conviction
- Orchestrated sting operation to capture suspects in burglary series.
- Received an award for ending burglary operations
- Conducted trainings to new college students in classroom setting.
- Conducted trainings to college students on how to recognize date rape drugs, sexual assault prevention, drug related crimes that plague college campuses and safety from property crimes.
Police Officer
Furman University
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted numerous investigations on drug related crimes
- Conducted crowd control in large gatherings
- Conducted educational trainings to college students on fourth amendment rights to college students
Corrections Officer
South Carolina Dept. Of Corrections
09.2009 - 09.2009
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Enforced regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks, alcohol sensor testing and gate-locking procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Limestone University
Gaffney08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC05.2019
Skills
- Team work
- Communication
- Listening to others
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Compassion
- Empathy
- Leadership
- Working with different people from different backgrounds
Timeline
Police Officer
Furman University
02.2020 - 02.2022
Police Officer
Presbyterian College
10.2016 - 02.2020
Police Officer
Columbia Police Dept
07.2015 - 10.2016
Detention Officer
Guilford County Sheriffs Office
02.2014 - 07.2015
Quartermaster
U.S.Navy
01.2010 - 01.2019
Corrections Officer
South Carolina Dept. Of Corrections
09.2009 - 09.2009
Master of Science - Social Work
Limestone University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina Upstate