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Nickolas Colbert

Prescott Valley,AZ

Summary

Dedicated and analytical law enforcement professional with 20 years of experience in patrol operations, threat analysis, counterterrorism, and intelligence operations. I am seeking to leverage my expertise in a position with Axon to continue serving and protecting the public.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Probation Officer

Yavapai County Adult Probation
01.2022 - Current
  • Conduct risk assessments and pre-sentence investigations for felony and misdemeanor cases, preparing detailed reports for Superior Court judges to inform sentencing decisions.
  • Utilize evidence-based practices to manage caseloads, ensuring compliance with Arizona Code of Judicial Administration.
  • Perform field visits, searches, and arrests, maintaining public safety and offender accountability.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement and judicial stakeholders, testifying in court as needed.
  • Serve as a Certified Firearms Instructor and Search Team member, training staff on safety protocols and recommending equipment purchases.

Peace Officer/Special Services Officer III

Long Beach Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2022
  • Served as Terrorism Liaison Officer, partnering with the Joint Regional Intelligence Center and other Fusion Centers to analyze and disseminate intelligence on potential threats.
  • Conducted proactive patrols and responded to calls for service, enforcing municipal, state, and federal laws.
  • Worked in specialized units, including College Detail, Marine Patrol, Court Affairs, Homeland Security Grant Management, and Airport Security.
  • Trained officers as a Certified Field Training Officer and Axon Taser Instructor, developing skills in threat response and de-escalation.
  • Issued citations and made arrests, maintaining accurate incident reports for legal proceedings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

American Public University
Charles Town, WV
01.2021

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Eastern Gateway Community College
Youngstown, OH
01.2019

Skills

  • Intelligence & Threat Analysis: FEMA Threat Hazard Recognition, DHS Explosive Hazard Recognition, JRIC Terrorism Liaison Officer (Basic, Intermediate, Countering Violent Extremism, Sovereign Citizen Extremists, Al Qaeda Doctrine, Iran & Hezbollah), NW3C Introduction to Intelligence
  • Emergency Management: FEMA Certifications (ICS 100, 700, 800, IS-005, IS-015, IS-2024, IS-29, IS-120, IS-130, IS-200, IS-230, IS-904, IS-905), New Mexico Tech Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings
  • Law Enforcement: CA Basic POST Certifications, Rio Hondo College Field Training Officer Course, AXON Taser Instructor, CPR/AED First Aid/TECC
  • Cybersecurity & Technology: CISCO Networking Academy (Networking Basics, Introduction to Cybersecurity), DHS Personal Radiation Detector Course
  • Leadership & Training: Certified Firearms Instructor, Field Training Officer, AxonTaser Instructor, Pistol & Rifle Armorer, Learning for Life Youth Protection Training

Awards

Level II Service Award (California State Senate), Member of the Year (Long Beach Search & Rescue, 2009), Multiple Commendations for Excellence in Service.

Timeline

Probation Officer

Yavapai County Adult Probation
01.2022 - Current

Peace Officer/Special Services Officer III

Long Beach Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2022

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Eastern Gateway Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

American Public University

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