Michael Wells
East Palatka
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented Lieutenant with a proven ability to lead and manage teams, conduct thorough investigations, and implement effective strategies to reduce crime and increase productivity. Experienced in supervising detectives, deputies, and collaborating with other senior leadership to achieve our goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy District Commander - Patrol Division
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
01.2015 - Current
- Effectively led the Central District Patrol Division, ensured policies and procedures were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
- Developed and implemented new policies, procedures and systems to reduce crime rates within my district.
- Researched and maintained current knowledge of crime trends and technologies to apply best practices and strategies.
- Effectively communicated critical information up and down chain of command.
Major Crimes Commander - Criminal Investigations
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Effectively led the Major Crimes Division which include: Homicide, Robbery, Child Sex Crimes, Missing Persons, Financial Crimes.
- Held case review with division Sergeants, formulated a strategic case plan, ensured each case was strong enough for prosecution.
- Reviewed and signed off on all felony search warrants and arrest warrants.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Patrol Sergeant
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Effectively led a shift of Patrol Deputies.
- Signed off on all reports, time sheets, leave, and training.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Structured assignments for Deputies based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
Detective - Financial Crimes
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
07.2015 - 06.2020
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Interviewed & Interrogated suspects in order to obtain the truth.
- Drafted subpoenas for financial institutions in order to gather evidence.
Education
High School Diploma -
American Heritage Academy
Fleming Island, FL06-2005
Skills
- Leadership
- Investigations
- Communication
- Crisis Management
- Strategic Planning
Certification
Certified Florida General Instructor.
Timeline
Major Crimes Commander - Criminal Investigations
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
06.2022 - 01.2025
Patrol Sergeant
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
10.2020 - 06.2022
Detective - Financial Crimes
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
07.2015 - 06.2020
Deputy District Commander - Patrol Division
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
01.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
American Heritage Academy
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