Matthew Cobb
North Little Rock,AR
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences Police Dept, adept in crisis intervention and emergency management. Demonstrated integrity and relationship-building prowess, significantly enhancing community trust and safety. Skilled in report writing and proficient in de-escalation techniques, achieving a notable reduction in incident rates.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences Police Dept
11.2023 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
Detention Sergeant
Pulaski County Sheriff's Office
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Conducted random searches for contraband materials, upholding a secure environment within the detention center.
- Reviewed daily shift reports thoroughly to track incidents and maintain situational awareness within the facility.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to address issues of noncompliance among inmates proactively.
- Developed positive rapport with inmates, establishing respectful relationships that contributed to overall facility stability.
- Enhanced inmate safety by implementing effective monitoring and surveillance procedures.
- Handled emergency situations effectively by following established protocols and utilizing crisis intervention techniques when necessary.
- Reduced the risk of altercations by conducting thorough cell inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Facilitated visitation sessions between inmates and their families or legal counsel while maintaining security protocols at all times.
- Improved staff communication through regular briefings, fostering a cohesive team environment.
- Assisted medical staff with inmate care, ensuring timely treatment for health concerns.
- Trained new detention officers in proper procedures, promoting consistency across the team.
- Provided support during court proceedings, escorting inmates to and from hearings as needed.
- Ensured proper security measures were in place by conducting routine perimeter checks and addressing any vulnerabilities.
- Maintained order in the detention facility by consistently enforcing rules and regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with inmates to build rapport and trust.
- Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
Infantry Fire Team Leader
Arkansas Army National Guard
08.2014 - 03.2022
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Maintained current in-depth knowledge of team member strengths and weaknesses to most effectively plan battle strategy.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and tactical planning.
- Led successful missions by conducting thorough pre-mission briefings and ensuring team members understood objectives.
- Maintained physical fitness standards within the fire team by organizing group workouts and promoting healthy lifestyles.
- Improved overall unit readiness with consistent training exercises focused on individual skills and teamwork.
- Coordinated and enforces team member placement and distribution of fire.
- Managed emergency medical situations by administering first aid treatments and coordinating evacuation efforts when necessary.
- Maintained high levels of discipline, resulting in a cohesive and efficient fire team.
- Established defensive positions to protect against enemy forces.
- Trained new infantry soldiers on standard operating procedures.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, ARSkills
- Report Writing
- Integrity and Honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Patience and Empathy
- Emergency Management
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Physical Fitness
- Self-defense techniques
- Criminal Law
- Police reports
- Mental Resilience
- Search and seizure procedures
- Traffic Laws
Timeline
Police Officer
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences Police Dept
11.2023 - Current
Detention Sergeant
Pulaski County Sheriff's Office
03.2018 - 08.2023
Infantry Fire Team Leader
Arkansas Army National Guard
08.2014 - 03.2022
No Degree - Business Management
Pulaski Technical College