Robert Anderson III
Maple Falls,WA
Summary
Accomplished Law Enforcement Officer with over 15 years of experience serving in Arizona and Washington. Notable for expertise in critical incident response, crime scene management, and community policing, leading to significant crime rate reductions. Proven skills in decision-making and conflict resolution enhance effectiveness in emergency situations. Recognized for high productivity and integrity, consistently delivering positive outcomes through strong communication and leadership.
As a law enforcement professional with extensive experience with Williams Police Dept. I served as a liaison for the Northern region of Arizona called ABLE (Arizona Black Law Enforcement) and promoting community policing initiatives within the Lummi Nation Reservation. As an officer with the Lummi Nation Police Dept. my ability to learn the culture helped with community policing. Proven ability to foster strong connections between law enforcement and educational institutions, highlighted by impactful roles at Western University. Accomplished Field Training Officer with certifications in multiple specialized training programs, emphasizing leadership and teamwork in developing new officers. Committed to continuous professional development and enhancing community engagement through culturally sensitive policing strategies.
Dedicated Law Enforcement Officer with a solid foundation in Behavioral Health and counseling, skilled in teaching coping mechanisms to a diverse clientele aged 13 to 98. Proven ability to build rapport with individuals facing mental health challenges and substance abuse issues, facilitating their reintegration into society. Experienced in crisis prevention and conflict resolution, ensuring community safety through proactive engagement and support. Aiming to leverage extensive behavioral insights to enhance service delivery in law enforcement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Western Washington University Police Department
Bellingham, WA
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Counseled victims of domestic violence regarding available resources and legal options.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
Police Officer
Lummi Nation Police Department
Bellingham, WA
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Prepared investigative reports and sketches to support criminal research.
Security Officer
Silver Reef Casino
Ferndale, WA
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
- Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
- Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Sounded alarms and called police or fire department in cases of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
Police Officer
Williams Police Department
Williams, AZ
07.2007 - 10.2019
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Observed and recorded details of criminal events according to departmental protocol.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
Behavioral Health Technician
The Guidance Center Inc
Flagstaff, AZ
06.2005 - 07.2007
- Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
- Completed patient reports daily and submitted to management for evaluation.
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with clients, staff and public.
- Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Educated clients on important life skills, housekeeping and food preparation.
- Followed standard admissions procedures and documentation requirements for client intakes.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Assisted with execution of client activities, support groups and field trips.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of patients under direction of nursing staff.
- Performed searches of resident belongings prior to admissions and throughout stays.
Counselor
New Horizon Christian Academy
Flagstaff, AZ
05.2003 - 06.2005
- Helped clients find solutions by teaching appropriate intervention techniques.
- Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
- Worked with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment interventions.
- Provided supervision and in-house activities to support program participants.
- Acted as client advocate to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
- Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.2003
Skills
- Risk Mitigation
- Community Relations
- Data-Driven Approaches
- Relationship Building and Management
- Field Training Officer
- Officer Down/Rescue Training
- Leadership Academy Training
- CPR/First Aid Training
- General Instructor
- Officer Hostage Training
- Live fire Shield/Live Fire Discretionary Training
- Behavioral Health/Excited Delirium Training
- Terrorist Bombing Instructor Training
- Building Searches/Perimeter Searches Training
- Ballistic Breaching Training
- Active Shooter Training
Accomplishments
- I received an Officer of the Year 2018 in the City Of Williams- For outstanding service in the performance of my duties.
- John Davis Sr. Valor Award From A.B.L.E (Arizona Black Law Enforcment)
- Medal Of Valor for the City Of Williams
- Life Saving Award in the City of Williams
- Recieved letters from the Chief of Police, Herman Nixon, Williams, that included community safety
- I was featured in the TV show Body Cam in 2020
Affiliations
- I was affiliate with ABLE (Arizona Black Law Enforcement).
- After joining ABLE I became a Liaison for all Northern Arizona area.
- Became an Honorary member of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club in Central Florida
Certification
- FBI LEEDA Training - 2019
- Officer Hostage Instructor Training - 2014
- Building Search Instructor Training - 2014
- General Instructor Training - 2014
- Field Training Officer Training - 2013
- Developing Performance Leadership for Supervisors Training - 2013
- Supervision, Leadership & Officer Discipline Training - 2013
- Leadership Academy Training - 2012
- Incident Response to Terrorist Bombing Training - 2010
Timeline
Police Officer
Western Washington University Police Department
12.2023 - 07.2024
Police Officer
Lummi Nation Police Department
11.2020 - 12.2023
Security Officer
Silver Reef Casino
12.2019 - 11.2020
Police Officer
Williams Police Department
07.2007 - 10.2019
Behavioral Health Technician
The Guidance Center Inc
06.2005 - 07.2007
Counselor
New Horizon Christian Academy
05.2003 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Northern Arizona University
- FBI LEEDA Training - 2019
- Officer Hostage Instructor Training - 2014
- Building Search Instructor Training - 2014
- General Instructor Training - 2014
- Field Training Officer Training - 2013
- Developing Performance Leadership for Supervisors Training - 2013
- Supervision, Leadership & Officer Discipline Training - 2013
- Leadership Academy Training - 2012
- Incident Response to Terrorist Bombing Training - 2010