OLIVER PEARSON JR.
TEMPLE,GEORGIA
Summary
Law enforcement officer with extensive experience in personnel management and community safety initiatives. Proven ability to conduct thorough investigations and ensure compliance with legal standards. Strong commitment to enhancing public safety through effective leadership and community engagement.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
City of Euharlee Police Department
Euharlee, USA
08.2025 - Current
- Patrolled designated areas, enhancing community safety and security
- Monitored activities, safeguarding people and property
- Cultivated positive relationships with community members through engagement efforts
- Conduct school traffic control
Police Officer
City of Chattahoochee Hills Police Department
Chattahoochee Hills, USA
10.2016 - 03.2025
- Deterring crimes and assuring community through high visibility policing
- Patrolled designated areas to ensure safety and security
- Monitored activities to safeguard people and property
- Pursue and apprehend suspects
- Conduct initial investigations
- Gather evidence to ensure a successful prosecution
- Documented and produced initial reports to support investigations
- Established relationships with community members to build trust
- Testify and provide evidence in court procedures
Police Officer
City of Whitesburg Police Department
Whitesburg, USA
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Pursue and apprehend suspects
- Conducted initial investigations to establish facts and gather relevant details
- Gathered evidence to support successful prosecution efforts
- Testify and provide evidence in court procedures
- Produce and document initial reports
- Monitored assigned areas to ensure safety and security
- Fostered positive public relations to enhance community trust and cooperation
Chief of Police
City of Braswell Police Department Office
Braswell, USA
10.2008 - 06.2016
- Led day to day operations of the department by preparing reports, conducting investigations and maintaining peace and order throughout the city
- Managed the department which includes hiring, assessing, disciplining and terminating personnel
- Trained police officers to enhance skills and ensure readiness for diverse situations
- Established and maintained a healthy work environment for all personnel
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures aligned with City Council guidelines to enhance department effectiveness
- Collaborated with City Manager to plan Police Department budget and support overall city objectives
- Developed crime prevention programs to reduce potential criminal activities that will likely prevent criminal activities
- Performed public relations duties and attended the council meeting
Sergeant Uniform Patrol Division
City of Austell
Austell, USA
07.2000 - 09.2015
- Supervised K9 teams to ensure effective training and performance of 4 teams as well as the Training Coordinator
- Supervised patrol and secretarial staff during shifts to maintain operational effectiveness
- Reviewed schedules to ensure optimal personnel assignment for upcoming shifts
- Evaluated staff performance under supervision and completed required documentation
Deputy Sheriff
Floyd County Sheriff’s Office
Floyd County, USA
01.2012 - 02.2015
- Coordinated transportation of prisoners for court appearances, medical appointments, and inter-agency transfers to maintain security and uphold legal processes
- Executed all responsibilities of a jail officer to uphold facility standards and ensure inmate safety
- Conducted thorough searches of inmate cells to ensure safety and security within the facility.
- Processed prisoners through booking, fingerprinting, and photographing to ensure compliance with jail protocols
- Reviews, prepares and processes a variety of reports related to the jail operations
Lieutenant/Field Operation Division
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Douglas County, USA
06.1987 - 07.2000
- Supervised operations and jail officers in processing, care, and detention of prisoners, ensuring compliance with regulations and safety standards
- Supervised and participated in booking, fingerprinting, photographing, and processing of prisoners, facilitating smooth transitions into and out of county jail facility
- Inspects the jail for proper security and supervises the proper maintenance of the jail facilities
- Conducts and/or supervises the conduct of cell searches
- Coordinates the transport of prisoners to and from the jail, doctor’s appointments, hospital, court and other agencies
- Performed all responsibilities associated with jail officer role
- Reviewed, prepared, and processed various reports on jail operations, providing critical insights for operational improvements
Education
Chief Association School -
Chief Association School
Duluth, Georgia01-2014
Command College -
Columbus State University
Columbus, Georgia01-2005
Skills
- Community policing strategies
- Law enforcement certifications
- Evidence collection
- Investigative procedures
- Meritorious service
- Police department leadership
- Crime prevention strategies
- Criminal investigation
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Euharlee Police Department
08.2025 - Current
Police Officer
City of Chattahoochee Hills Police Department
10.2016 - 03.2025
Police Officer
City of Whitesburg Police Department
01.2015 - 06.2016
Deputy Sheriff
Floyd County Sheriff’s Office
01.2012 - 02.2015
Chief of Police
City of Braswell Police Department Office
10.2008 - 06.2016
Sergeant Uniform Patrol Division
City of Austell
07.2000 - 09.2015
Lieutenant/Field Operation Division
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
06.1987 - 07.2000
Chief Association School -
Chief Association School
Command College -
Columbus State University