Peyton McCullough
Danville,VA
Summary
Focused law enforcement professional for over six years offering a proven history in fostering public safety and awareness through consistent patrol efforts and security details for community events. Seeking a role in which integrity and commitment to safety will provide community enrichment and continuous public safety. A drive and passion to help others when it seems there is no hope. Expertise in communication skills and de-escalation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Deputy
Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office
Chatham, VA, VA
06.2017 - Current
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity, enforce laws and ensure public safety.
- Conducted traffic stops for violations of the law, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Responded to emergency calls for service such as domestic disputes or robberies in progress.
- Provided law enforcement services and protected property and citizens by patrolling.
- Attended court hearings to present evidence in criminal cases.
- Apprehended, arrested and detained criminal suspects and law violators.
- Investigated crimes and interviewed witnesses and victims.
- Participated in training sessions related to law enforcement tactics, firearms use.
- Ensured compliance with department policies and procedures related to patrolling duties.
- Assisted other law enforcement agencies with investigations as requested.
- Inspected buildings for signs of forced entry or other criminal activities.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to obtain information about incidents being investigated.
- Observed suspects while on foot patrol or by vehicle patrol.
- Participated in search operations for missing persons or fugitives.
- Provided assistance to victims of crimes and accidents.
- Gathered and bagged evidence at crime scenes.
- Monitored security cameras in designated areas.
- Performed crowd control duties at events such as concerts or sporting events.
- Accompanied animal control officers on calls involving dangerous animals.
- Utilized radar equipment to detect speeders on highways and roads within jurisdiction area.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities including incident reports.
- Maintained order at public gatherings or during protests.
- Investigated complaints from citizens, documented reports and collected evidence.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Boosted community safety, performed motor vehicle accident investigations and conducted field sobriety tests at DUI checkpoints.
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations.
- Completed debriefings for arrested subjects to obtain information pertinent to investigations.
- Gathered and recorded evidence and witness statements for over 400 cases.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Maximized data collection accuracy scores by recording, storing and analyzing security information with zero discrepancies.
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution.
- Attained staff feedback to deliver information to superiors for corrective action.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational deployment material filing systems for confidential employee records and reports.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
- Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for criminal prosecution case logs, records, reports and agendas.
- Observed and recorded details of criminal events according to departmental protocol.
- Prepared investigative reports and sketches to support criminal research.
Line Cook Supervisor
Mayflower Seafood Restaurant
Danville, VA, VA
05.2012 - 05.2017
- Directed, supervised, and trained line cooks in preparation of dishes according to recipes and established standards.
- Inspected supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
- Monitored daily operations of kitchen staff to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently and safely.
- Managed inventory levels for perishable goods such as vegetables, fruits, dairy products, meats, and seafood.
- Ensured food items were prepared in a timely manner while adhering to quality control standards.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology and Criminal Justice
Averett University
Danville, VA05-2017
Skills
- Radio Communication
- Search and Seizure
- Arrest Procedures
- First-Aid and CPR
- Weapons Handling
- Criminal Investigations
- Community Relations
- Emergency Response
- Defensive Tactics
- Evidence Collection
- Firearms Proficiency
- Crowd Control
- Crime Prevention
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Community Policing
- Interviewing Techniques
- Police Patrol Operations
- Integrity and Honesty
- Investigative Skills
- Stress Tolerance
- Traffic Control
- Legal Compliance
- Criminal Law
- Crime Scene Processing
- Human Relations
- Law Enforcement
- Court Testimony
- Patrol Procedures
- Surveillance
- Conflict Resolution Tactics
- Domestic Violence Prevention
- Officer Training
- Report Writing
- Case Management
- Crisis Management
- MS Office
- Crisis Communications
- Social Media
Affiliations
- Avid Trading Card Game Player that utilizes and heightens memorization, analytical skills, logic, comprehension, and patience.
- Active individual that enjoys sports, going to the gym, and exercising.
- Enjoys video games in leisure time which increases focus, attention to detail, and awareness.
Certification
- Intox EC/IR II Breath Alcohol Operator
- Field Force Extrication (FFE)
- Exterior Response to Active Shooter Events (ERASE)
- Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Patrol Deputy
Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office
06.2017 - Current
Line Cook Supervisor
Mayflower Seafood Restaurant
05.2012 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Sociology and Criminal Justice
Averett University
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