Community relations
Marquita Driskell
Mandated Peace Officer
Lithonia,GA
Summary
A Seasoned Peace Officer with 12 years of experience in law enforcement, I've been a patrol officer, Corporal, Sergeant, and Lieutenant. I've also served as Patrol Commander in the latter time of my service. I have sound knowledge of security standards, and policies. I take pride in leading and motivating officers to handle high workloads and difficult situations with a community-focused approach. I believe in establishing and maintaining relationships with the community through transparency to create trust. I'm versed in handling administrative requirements and schedules. As a supervisor I've proven successful at building high-performing teams and controlling crime. I am a productive and positive communicator with the public and other law enforcement agencies. Im seeking an agency to become a part of where I can grow and learn while contribute and share the gifts that I have for the growth and success of the agency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Patrol Commander
Oakwood Police Department
Oakwood, GA
10.2019 - 02.2022
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Commanded on-scene tactical teams during critical incidents.
- Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
- Maintained positive community relations through active communication at crime scenes and assistance with programs such as mentoring underprivileged kids and teaching at Citizen's Police Academy events.
- Gave presentations at community groups and public events highlighting work of police officers and special teams.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
- Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading 20 department and establishing operational goals.
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 20 subordinates.
SPU Lieutenant
Milledgeville Police Department
Milledgeville, GA
10.2011 - 10.2019
- Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
- Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading the division and establishing operational goals.
- Applied four tenets of procedural justice when interacting with subordinates.
- Decreased criminal complaints, affidavits and search warrant errors by implemented streamlined tactics and programs.
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 8 subordinates.
- Effectively rolled out new systems for criminal prosecutorial case logs, crime reports, investigations, suspect records and operational agendas, resulting in strengthened traceability.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Education
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 05.2002 - 12.2006
Skills
Self-Motivated
Attention to Detail
Organization and Time Management
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Excellent Communication
Critical Thinking
Decision Making
Written Communication
Cultural Awareness
First Aid/CPR
Teambuilding
Problem-Solving
Affiliations
Ocmulgee Judicial Circuit for Domestic Violence.
Certification
Crisis Intervention Trainer
Interests
Sports
Health/ Fitness
Service
Timeline
Patrol Commander
Oakwood Police Department
10.2019 - 02.2022
SPU Lieutenant
Milledgeville Police Department
10.2011 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
University of Georgia
05.2002 - 12.2006