Paul Spike Hopkins
Orlando,FL
Summary
Highly motivated law enforcement leader with almost 30 years of experience. The majority of my career was in supervisory positions. I am a proven leader who has dedicated my life to the citizens of Orange County. I have the experience in identifying crime trends and forming the appropriate response to handle such issues. I have developed and implemented numerous successful programs within the OCSO. I am proud to have been looked upon as a leader and not a manager/supervisor. I have the experience in working directly with the community while being able to have a positive workplace environment with the deputies and civilian employees whom I worked with.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant, Deputy Sheriff
Orange County Sheriff's Office
Orlando, FL
06.1988 - 09.2015
- 27 Years of Experience of a Well Rounded Law Enforcement Career
- Uniform Patrol Commander (400+ personnel)
- Criminal Investigations Commander (Sex Crimes & Sex Offender, Domestic Crimes, Missing Persons, Computer Crimes, Organized Crime, Economic Crimes, Property Crimes, Gang Suppression, Assault & Battery and Juvenile Arrest Monitoring Squads)
- Uniform Patrol (Deputy, Corporal, Sergeant, Commander, Lieutenant)
- Created the Bicycle Patrol, TASER Program and In-car Computer Program
- Community Oriented Police & Problem Oriented Policing Squads
- Undercover Narcotic Agent
- SWAT Team member and Assistant Team Leader
- Tactical Anti-Crime Squad Commander
- TDY Positions in Training, Research and Development and Radio Communication Project
- Court Expert in the Use of Force and TASER
Education
Leadership Academy Graduate
Federal Bureau of Investigations
FBICertified Public Manager
Florida State University
2010
Skills
- Highly Motivated Leader who Leads by Example
- Experienced in All Aspects of Law Enforcement
- Excellent Community/Problem Oriented Policing Solution Skills
- Experienced Public Speaker and Public Information Officer
- Unmatched in Commanding High Risk Incidents
- Experience in Multi-Agency Incidents/Cooperation
- Intimate Knowledge of the OCSO Radio and CAD System
- Excellent Physical Condition
- Highly Proficient in Law Enforcement Databases (DAVID, FACES, ICJIS, FINDER, NCIC/FCIC and Record Management Systems
- Extensive Knowledge in Microsoft Computer Software
Awards
- Deputy of the Year
- Combat Medal
- Superior Evaluation
- Distinguished Service Award
- Governor's Award for DUI Enforcement
- Unit Citations
- Sheriff's Citation
- 2 Medals of Merit
- Numerous Citizen Letters of Commendation
Timeline
Lieutenant, Deputy Sheriff
Orange County Sheriff's Office
06.1988 - 09.2015
Leadership Academy Graduate
Federal Bureau of Investigations
Certified Public Manager
Florida State University
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