Nathan Hartwell
Franklin,WV
Summary
Experienced criminal justice professional prepared for impactful results in community safety by using criminal data such as suspect descriptions, physical data and crime scene evidence. Strong background in case management, risk assessment, and compliance. Successfully resolved numerous investigations and maintained public order through effective policing strategies. Demonstrated proficiency in conflict resolution and critical thinking in high-pressure situations. Reliable team player committed to achieving positive outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Probation & Parole Officer
Virginia Department of Corrections
06.2023 - Current
- Supervise felony criminal caseload of probationers including conducting home contacts, drug screens, investigations of violations, and documenting all pertinent information in the software system CORIS
- Provide Courtroom testimony of probation violations and other various court required documents or investigations for the probation caseload of District 39
- Facilitated positive change among offenders by utilizing motivational interviewing techniques during interactions.
- Reduced recidivism rates by providing offenders with resources, guidance, and support to successfully reintegrate into society.
Police Officer
National Security Agency
03.2020 - 05.2023
- Federal Government security clearance – Top Secret, Secret, and Confidential Information
- Providing Anti-Terrorism & Force protection including but not limited to issuing and reconciling badges, monitor and responding to alarms, perimeter and building checks and inspecting un-cleared vehicles entering site
Patrol Officer
Roanoke County Police Department
06.2005 - 08.2019
- Respond to 911 calls for service, traffic enforcement/citations, investigate and document criminal (felony & misdemeanor) incidents, arrest of individuals for State violations of law
- Duties also include processing criminal scenes, organizing cases for court prosecution and providing courtroom testimony
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily patrols, incidents encountered, and actions taken during shifts.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Background Investigator - Conduct background investigations for police applicants
- Held ranks of Senior Officer, Master Police Officer, Field Training Officer and School resource Officer - High & Middle School assignments 2010-2019
Patrol Officer
Harrisonburg Police Department
11.2004 - 05.2005
- Duties similar or identical to my previous Police Agency
Patrol Officer
Roanoke County Police Department
06.1999 - 10.2004
- Duties similar or identical to my previous Police Agency
Education
Virginia Uniform Police Officer Training Program -
Cardinal Criminal Justice Academy
11.1999
Criminal Justice
Radford University
01.1999
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA05.1998
Skills
- Offender supervision
- Behavioral assessment
- Parole board hearings
- Risk and needs assessments
- Critical Thinking
- Behavioral analysis
Pastpositions
- Police Officer, National Security Agency, 03/01/20, 05/31/23, Federal Government security clearance – Top Secret, Secret, and Confidential Information, Providing Anti-Terrorism & Force protection including but not limited to issuing and reconciling badges, monitor and responding to alarms, perimeter and building checks and inspecting un-cleared vehicles entering site.
- Patrol Officer, Roanoke County Police Department, 06/01/05, 08/31/19, Respond to 911 calls for service, traffic enforcement/citations, investigate and document criminal (felony & misdemeanor) incidents, arrest of individuals for State violations of law., Duties also include processing criminal scenes, organizing cases for court prosecution and providing courtroom testimony., Field Training Officer, School resource Officer - High & Middle School assignments 2010-2019, Background Investigator - Conduct background investigations for police applicants.
- Patrol Officer, Harrisonburg Police Department, 11/01/04, 05/31/05, Duties similar or identical to my previous Police Agency.
- Patrol Officer, Roanoke County Police Department, 06/01/99, 10/31/04, Duties similar or identical to my previous Police Agency.
Certification
- Breath Alcohol Operator Certification, 2001, Maintain recertification every two years (in-service).
- Advanced Accident Reconstruction Training, 2004, Certification through Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU).
- Federal Motor Carrier (USDOT), 2002
- Incident Command System, 2014-2015, ICS (700, 100, 200, 300).
- Crisis Intervention Training, 2014, Certified in CIT for interacting with individuals in crisis and facilitating resolutions.
Awards
- Roanoke County Police Department, Uniform Officer of Year 2001, School Resource Officer of the Year 2011, School Resource Officer of the Year 2015
- National Security Agency, Achievement Awards- 2020, Achievement Awards- January 2021, Achievement Awards- August 2021
Currentposition
Probation & Parole Officer, Virginia Department of Corrections, Harrisonburg, VA, 06/01/23, Current, Supervise felony criminal caseload of probationers including conducting home visits/contacts, drug screens, investigations of violations, and documenting all pertinent information in the software system CORIS., Provide Courtroom testimony of probation violations and other various court required documents or investigations for the probation caseload of District 39.
Timeline
Probation & Parole Officer
Virginia Department of Corrections
06.2023 - Current
Police Officer
National Security Agency
03.2020 - 05.2023
Patrol Officer
Roanoke County Police Department
06.2005 - 08.2019
Patrol Officer
Harrisonburg Police Department
11.2004 - 05.2005
Patrol Officer
Roanoke County Police Department
06.1999 - 10.2004
Criminal Justice
Radford University
- Breath Alcohol Operator Certification, 2001, Maintain recertification every two years (in-service).
- Advanced Accident Reconstruction Training, 2004, Certification through Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU).
- Federal Motor Carrier (USDOT), 2002
- Incident Command System, 2014-2015, ICS (700, 100, 200, 300).
- Crisis Intervention Training, 2014, Certified in CIT for interacting with individuals in crisis and facilitating resolutions.
Virginia Uniform Police Officer Training Program -
Cardinal Criminal Justice Academy
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
Virginia Western Community College
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