Rebecca Wright
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Natural leader and accomplished law enforcement professional with strong history of success as skilled Patrol Supervisor. Handling demanding shift management challenges and tactical situations. Demonstrated abilities in meeting coverage requirements and building highly professional team. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
1
1
Certificate
18
18
years of professional experience
Education
General Studies
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VAGED -
Our Lady Academy
Bay Saint Louis, MS05.2003
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Active Listening
- Organization and Time Management
- Planning and Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Training and Development
- Team building
- Decision Making
- Community Relations
- Local, State and Federal Regulations
Certification
- Mississippi Law Enforcement Command College, MACAP AND FBI JACKSON DIVISION - 2019
- Grade Crossing Collision Investigation, International Association Of Chiefs Of Police - 2019
- Instructor Development, HCLETA - 2016
- First Line Supervisor Course, Global Police Solutions - 2016
- Field Training Officer, HCLETA - 2014
- Basic Narcotics Investigations,R.C.T.A - 2013
- Mississippi Certified Law Enforcement Officer, Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy - June-August 2011
Timeline
Patrol Captain
Harrison County Sheriff's Office
03.2022 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
Harrison County Sheriff's Office
12.2017 - 03.2022
Patrol Deputy
Harrison County Sheriff's Office
09.2011 - 12.2017
Sales Associate
First Team Auto Mall
11.2006 - 05.2009
Executive Assistant
TBI Family Services
08.2005 - 11.2006
General Studies
Virginia Western Community College
GED -
Our Lady Academy
Work History
Patrol Captain
Harrison County Sheriff's Office
03.2022 - Current
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Assessed and managed potential risks and hazardous situations.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Maintained positive community relations through active communication at crime scenes and assistance with programs such as mentoring underprivileged kids and teaching at Citizen's Police Academy events.
- Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
- Liaised with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
Patrol Sergeant
Harrison County Sheriff's Office
12.2017 - 03.2022
- Led teams by example
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
- Maintained positive community relations through active communication at crime scenes and assistance with programs such as mentoring underprivileged kids and teaching at Citizen's Police Academy events.
- Mitigated risks by accurately analyzing and evaluating criminal complaints, citations and search warrants while processing crime scenes for district attorney and magistrate office case preparation.
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of approximately 9 subordinates.
- Provided Academy Instruction to Cadets in areas of Use of Force, Traffic Stops, and Domestic Violence.
Patrol Deputy
Harrison County Sheriff's Office
09.2011 - 12.2017
- Field Training Officer 2014-2017
- Apprehended suspects and searched vehicles for drugs or paraphernalia.
- Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage or high demand to serve public in Harrison County.
- Reduced criminal investigation lead time while initiating protocols for criminal violations.
- Provided Reserve and Fulltime Academy instruction for Rules of the Road, Traffic Stops, Domestic VIolence, Use of Force, and Stinger Tire Deflation.
- Gathered physical evidence and preserves for court.
Sales Associate
First Team Auto Mall
11.2006 - 05.2009
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty and optional products.
- Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
Executive Assistant
TBI Family Services
08.2005 - 11.2006
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Prepared documents, reports and presentations for executives and board members using advanced software proficiencies.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Researched grant and funding proposal opportunities in philanthropic databases to identify potential income sources.
- Generated monthly grant writing activities reports and submitted documentation to director to promote funding program transparency.