Nathan Ensley
Rutherfordton,NC
Summary
I am a natural leader and accomplished law enforcement professional with strong history of success as skilled Sergeant. Handling shift management challenges and tactical situations almost every shift. I demonstrated abilities in meeting coverage requirements and building a highly professional and proactive team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
Rutherford County Sheriff's Office
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced public safety by conducting proactive patrols and addressing potential issues in the community.
- Reduced crime rates through collaboration with fellow deputies and implementation of strategic policing initiatives.
- Improved response times by communicating effectively with my road crew.
- Developed relationships with community members, gaining trust and cooperation between law enforcement and the citizens.
- Managed critical incidents, taking command of the scene and directing resources for the best outcomes.
- Have utilized disciplinary action, while still receiving respect from my patrolmen.
- Improved moral amongst my fellow deputies and pushed them to their full potential.
- I am happy to listen to my guys and take into account what they think and feel and put what I can into place to make a good environment for them.
Sheriff Patrolman
Rutherford County Sheriff's Office
05.2017 - Current
- Participated in firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and residences.
- Provided testimony in court.
- Observed traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports.
- Responded to calls in a timely manner.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for cases.
- Patrolled 565.4 square miles of county for 12 hours a shift.
- Conducted checkpoints, charging several license and tag violations.
- Responded to domestic violence situations, investigating the incident(s), all while remaining professional.
- Conducted surveillance to observe suspicious activities and acting upon them to make effective arrests.
- Worked well with other agencies in an effort to make the county a safer place.
Investigator
Rutherford County Sheriff's Office
04.2020 - 03.2022
- Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing effective interviewing techniques.
- Increased conviction rates by collaborating closely with prosecutors to build strong cases.
- Prepared cases from allegations made by the community which yielded charges and convictions.
- Conducted interviews with victims, suspects, neighbors, friends and documented the findings for my investigation.
- Collected evidence, took pictures of the scene, gathered camera footage and spoke to witnesses to resolve cases.
- Collaborated with different agencies on investigations.
- Testified in several court proceedings and trials for criminal convictions.
Security Officer
Security Industry Specialists
11.2014 - 12.2016
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems.
Security Officer
Secuitas
12.2013 - 11.2014
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Managed access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle and by foot.
Education
Basic Law Enforcement Training -
Cleveland Community College
Shelby, NC05.2017
High School Diploma -
Chase High School
Forest City, NC06.2013
Skills
- Arrest procedures
- Patrol techniques
- Integrity and Honesty
- Time management abilities
- Report Writing
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Decision-Making
- Weapons training
- Search and Seizure Laws
Timeline
Patrol Sergeant
Rutherford County Sheriff's Office
07.2023 - Current
Investigator
Rutherford County Sheriff's Office
04.2020 - 03.2022
Sheriff Patrolman
Rutherford County Sheriff's Office
05.2017 - Current
Security Officer
Security Industry Specialists
11.2014 - 12.2016
Security Officer
Secuitas
12.2013 - 11.2014
Basic Law Enforcement Training -
Cleveland Community College
High School Diploma -
Chase High School
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