Matthew Pifer
Adairsville,GA
Summary
Dynamic Law Enforcement Officer with extensive experience at Bartow County Sheriff Office, excelling in crime prevention and community engagement. Proven track record in hostage negotiation and conflict resolution, enhancing public safety and trust. Skilled in evidence collection and emergency response, effectively reducing criminal activity through proactive initiatives and strong inter-agency collaboration.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Law Enforcement Officer
Bartow County Sheriff Office
Cartersville, GA
07.2004 - 11.2025
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter criminal activity and engage with community members.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, assessing situations and providing necessary assistance.
- Collaborated with local agencies to coordinate crime prevention initiatives and community outreach programs.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Trained new recruits in departmental policies, procedures, and law enforcement techniques.
- Implemented strategies to improve response times and enhance operational efficiency within the department.
- Strengthened relationships with other law enforcement agencies, resulting in seamless collaboration during joint operations or investigations.
- Effectively managed high-stress situations while ensuring the safety of individuals involved using de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Apprehended suspects by utilizing effective communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Completed comprehensive training courses in firearms proficiency, self-defense tactics, first aid response, crisis management, among others for professional growth as a law enforcement officer.
- Supported fellow officers during high-risk situations by providing backup, tactical support, and clear communication throughout incidents.
- Promoted a positive image of law enforcement officers among youths by engaging them with educational programs on safety awareness at schools or community centers.
- Served as a dedicated public servant by upholding the law and protecting citizens, fostering a sense of safety and security within the community.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Maintained order during large-scale events by collaborating with inter-agency partners and coordinating crowd control measures.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Streamlined paperwork processing through accurate documentation of incidents, arrests, and case files.
- Boosted public trust with law enforcement through active engagement in community events and programs.
- Completed paperwork and processing duties for incoming inmates and arrestees.
- Conducted thorough investigations for criminal cases, resulting in successful apprehensions of offenders.
- Improved traffic flow and reduced accidents by enforcing traffic regulations and monitoring intersections.
- Decreased criminal activity in State by organizing community vigilance initiatives and preparing neighborhood crime reports.
- Contributed to the reduction of drug-related offenses through proactive narcotics investigations and operations.
- Assisted in the development of department policies and procedures to promote operational excellence within the force.
- Prevented escalation of conflicts by effectively mediating disputes between parties involved in incidents.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Implemented successful neighborhood watch initiatives that led to increased surveillance, reporting, and deterrence of criminal activity.
- Developed strong partnerships with local businesses to foster cooperation in crime prevention efforts.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Reduced process inaccuracies while investigating Type and Type crimes and assisting district attorney prosecution cases.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
Education
High School Diploma - College Prep
Cumberland Valley High School
Mechanicsburg, PA06.1987
Skills
- Hostage negotiation
- Community policing
- Self-defense techniques
- Crime prevention
- Traffic control
- Investigative skills
- Drug enforcement
- Firearms proficiency
- Arrest techniques
- Evidence collection
- Patrol procedures
- Self-defense training
- Report writing
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Defensive tactics training
- Community engagement
- Surveillance
- Conflict de-escalation
- Emergency response
- Traffic laws
- Fingerprinting
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- De-escalation techniques
- Criminal law
- Community oriented policing
- Risk mitigation
- Relationship building and management
- Emergency management
- Safety improvements
- Planning and coordination
- Miranda rights expert
- Domestic violence prevention
- Officer training
- Crime scene processing
- Criminal investigations
- Legal compliance
- Emergency planning
- Prosecution support
- Interrogation techniques
- Crime prevention training
- Crime prevention models
- Integrity and honesty
- Physical fitness
- Law enforcement
- Assigning work
- Search and seizure procedures
- Staff management
- Police reports
- Human relations
- Courtroom testimony
- Community relations
- Cultural awareness
- Court preparation
- Search and seizure laws
- Case management
- Crime scene preservation
- Cross-functional communication
- Evidence collection protocols
- Court testimony
- Civil laws
- Traffic direction
- Suspect interrogation
- Search and seizure warrants
- Radar speed measurement
- Defense and arrest tactics (DAAT)
- Tactical policing
- Felony laws proficiency
- Evidence collection and evaluation
- Arrest and detention
- CPR/First aid certified
- Patrol planning
- Weapons safety
- Inter-agency coordination
- Patrol
- Exceptional problem solver
- Crime reduction
- Defensive driving training
- Disciplinary measures
- Drug laws enforcement
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Public relations
- Critical thinking
- Case report writing
- Criminal investigation
- Traffic monitoring
- Defensive tactics
Certification
Field training officer, radar speed detection, lidar speed detection, dui sfst certified, ARIDE certified, taser certified, baton certified, firearm certification, Sergeant over Bartow Co HEAT Unit(2016-2020), Lieutenant over the Bartow Co Traffic Enforcement Unit(2023-2025)
Post Mandated Peace Officer
I feel with my qualifications I would be able to properly serve and protect the public
Timeline
Law Enforcement Officer
Bartow County Sheriff Office
07.2004 - 11.2025
High School Diploma - College Prep
Cumberland Valley High School