Robert Waddell
Jonesborough,TN
Summary
United States Army Veteran leveraging experience. committed to ensuring optimal safety with quick responses and implementation of preventive measures. Proficient in enforcing laws, regulations, and policies to maintain order and discipline within the military community, ensuring a safe and secure environment for 44K+ full-time military personnel, retirees, and civilians.
Conducted thorough investigations into various crimes, including theft, assault, and property damage, resulting in successful case resolutions and appropriate disciplinary actions Gifted with outstanding observational and communication traits. Adept at monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting vehicles and conducting interviews. Safely handles weapons and coordinates with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Knowledgeable Training Specialist successful at developing and overseeing site-based programs. Decisive and disciplined professional with personable style and thorough approach. Well-versed in animal training procedures. Calmly approach every animal and situation with level-headed and experience-based strategies. Solid relationship-building and problem-solving abilities developed over 3 years of related experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
Depart of Veterans Affairs
North Little Rock, AR
06.2024 - Current
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Military Police Officer
US Army
Fort Stewart, GA
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Identified training needs and developed appropriate training plans for team members.
- Supervised team members during daily operations and provided guidance as needed.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and personnel to ensure readiness for deployment.
- Developed strategies and tactics to maintain security in assigned areas.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities conducted by the team, including reports, logs.
- Analyzed intelligence data collected from various sources to identify potential threats or risks.
- Implemented safety protocols at all times in order to protect personnel and property from harm or damage.
- Provided leadership during emergency situations, such as natural disasters or civil disturbances.
- Managed inventory of equipment used by the team, ensuring that items were properly maintained and accounted for at all times.
- Trained new recruits on relevant policies, procedures and techniques used by the Military Police Team.
- Enforced military laws and regulations.
- Monitored and investigated suspicious persons, situations and unusual activities.
- Composed reports on daily activities and incidents, which encompassed theft and damage to property, presence of unauthorized individuals and other unexpected situations.
- Diffused hostile situations with effective negotiation techniques.
- Supervised maintenance of tactical plans and equipment while monitoring personnel, improving overall preparedness for emergencies.
- Developed, implemented and evaluated practice plans to ensure efficient use of time.
- Organized and conducted weekly team meetings to discuss strategy's, and well being.
- Provided tactical and technical guidance to subordinates in the performance of their duties.
- Conducted law enforcement operations and ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Directed investigations into criminal activities such as drug abuse, larceny, burglary, frauds and assaults.
- Coordinated security operations for special events or high-profile visits.
- Responded to emergency situations such as natural disasters or civil disturbances.
- Enforced military laws governing conduct on military installations.
- Investigated complaints from civilians living on or near military installations regarding misconduct by service members or civilian employees.
- Conducted searches for missing persons within designated areas using specialized search teams.
- Provided support services including medical assistance, transportation services, counseling services, upon request.
- Directed and controlled crowds at base functions and organized and recorded facts to prepare incident reports.
- Mitigated risk with immediate emergency response security.
- Provided instruction to personnel on weapons handling and combat tactics.
Regional Sales Manager
GNC
Wise, VA
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed strategies and plans for regional sales growth.
- Conducted regular market research to identify customer needs and preferences.
- Analyzed regional sales performance data to develop actionable insights.
- Collaborated with product development team to create new products tailored to local markets.
- Recruited, trained, coached, mentored, and evaluated a team of regional sales representatives.
- Generated reports on weekly, monthly, quarterly basis detailing regional sales metrics such as revenue goals achieved or missed targets.
- Met regional sales objectives by developing and implementing promotion strategies, coordinating sales team and servicing key accounts to fortify business relationships.
- Analyzed quarterly sales statistics and prepared analyses for corporate management.
- Led, coached and developed employees to achieve sales goals.
- Supported, trained and motivated team of professionals to consistently meet annual goals for sales and production.
- Hired and motivated high-performing sales team members achieving over $124,000 in new sales each within the first six months.
Head Football Coach
Long County Recreation Department
Ludowici, GA
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed, implemented and evaluated practice plans to ensure efficient use of time.
- Coordinated team travel arrangements for away games and tournaments.
- Organized and conducted weekly team meetings to discuss strategy and review game plans.
- Supervised assistant coaches during practices and games, providing feedback on performance as needed.
- Evaluated players' performance in order to determine starting lineups and make in-game decisions.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to players both on-field and off-field.
- Created an atmosphere of sportsmanship within the team by setting a positive example at all times.
- Served as a role model for young athletes by exhibiting exemplary behavior both on-field and off-field.
- Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition.
- Monitored safety of training, individual exercises and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to facility.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Analyzed strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.
- Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
Education
Diploma - Federal Law Enforcement Officer
(LETC) Law Enforcement Training Center
North Little Rock, AR03-2024
Diploma - DoD Military Police Officer
U.S. Army Military Police School
Fort Leonard Wood, MO05-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Administration Of Justice
The University of Virginia's College At Wise
Wise, VASkills
- Conflict De-Escalation
- Crisis Management
- Surveillance Monitoring
- Intelligence Gathering
- Emergency Call Response
- Investigation Documentation
- Weapons Handling
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Traffic Control
- Hazard Analysis and Risk Control
- Evidence Collection
- Interrogation Techniques
- Property Protection
- Traffic Patrol
- Access Control
- Weapons Training
- Safe Weapons Usage
- Electronic and Stationary Surveillance
- Crime Scene Management
- Vehicle Inspections
- Criminal Investigations
- Law Enforcement
- Crime Prevention
- Defensive Tactics
- Witness Interviewing
- Security Assessments
- Counterterrorism
- Leadership Training
- Training Oversight
- Verbal and Writing Communication
- Mentoring
- Client Service
- Coaching
- Staff Training
- People Management
- Performance Improvement
- Overseeing Daily Activities
- Dog Welfare
- Canine Training
Accomplishments
- Military Medial of good conduct
Certification
- DOD Military Police Officer
- Emergency First Responder
- Secret Security Clearance
- Corrections
- Criminal Investigation
- Law Enforcement Operations
- Weapons
- Tactics
- Combative's
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Depart of Veterans Affairs
06.2024 - Current
Head Football Coach
Long County Recreation Department
04.2023 - 12.2023
Military Police Officer
US Army
05.2022 - 02.2024
Regional Sales Manager
GNC
03.2021 - 12.2021
Diploma - Federal Law Enforcement Officer
(LETC) Law Enforcement Training Center
Diploma - DoD Military Police Officer
U.S. Army Military Police School
Some College (No Degree) - Administration Of Justice
The University of Virginia's College At Wise