Robert Maddox
Folkston,GA
Summary
Accomplished Police Officer with a robust background in law enforcement, notably with the Folkston Police Department. Excelled in reducing criminal activity through strategic community engagement and advanced criminal investigations. Skilled in conflict de-escalation and emergency management, demonstrating a strong blend of tactical proficiency and empathetic community interaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Folkston Police Department
Folkston, GA
08.2014 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
- Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
- Implemented community outreach initiatives that strengthened partnerships between residents and local law enforcement agencies.
- Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
Education
G.E.D - G.E.D
Augusta Technical Collage
Thomson, GA02.2008
Skills
- Basic Mandate certification
- Oleoresin Capsicum Spray certification
- RADAR certification
- Taser certification
- Report Writing
- Integrity and Honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Patience and Empathy
- Community Engagement
- Criminal Investigations
- Planning and coordination
- Human relations
- Emergency Management
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Self-defense techniques
- Criminal Law
- Community-Oriented Policing
- Police reports
- Law Enforcement
- Cultural Awareness
- Courtroom Testimony
- Tactical Driving
- Case Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Background Investigations
- Safety improvements
- Search and seizure procedures
- Surveillance
- Evidence collection protocols
- Traffic Laws
- Domestic Violence Prevention
- Interrogation Techniques
- Traffic direction
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- First Aid
- Weapons training
- Police Patrol Operations
- Protecting People and Property
- Foot Patrolling
- Search and Seizure Laws
- Evidence Preservation
- Issuing Citations
- Warrant procedures
Timeline
Police Officer
Folkston Police Department
08.2014 - Current
G.E.D - G.E.D
Augusta Technical Collage