Roderick Oglesby
Gaffney,United States
Summary
I am a resourceful Sheriff's Officer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills include long and short term investigations, interrogations, law enforcement procedures, and community relations. I excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to uphold law and order effectively. I am a dedicated professional with several years of experience providing security and maintaining safe environments for community. I am skilled in law enforcement and public safety, with experience as a Sheriff's Patrol Officers as well as a criminal/narcotic investigator. I possess strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to effectively address community concerns and crime prevention. I have demonstrated ability to work under pressure, make quick decisions in challenging situations, and maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheriff's Officer
Cherokee County Sheriff Office
Gaffney, SC
04.2017 - Current
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
- Ensured that equipment was properly maintained and operational before each shift.
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Patrolled designated area to assist persons in trouble and render other public safety services.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Trained new officers on proper patrol procedures and techniques.
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Performed administrative tasks such as completing paperwork, filing documents.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and regulatory agencies to support criminal investigations and legal proceedings.
- Developed case plans and conducted comprehensive investigation tactics to obtain necessary evidence.
- Prepared detailed investigative reports and presentations, summarizing findings and recommending actionable steps.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
Education
Certificate - Criminal Justice
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SC06-2018
High School Diploma -
Gaffney High School
Gaffney, SC06-2013
Some College (No Degree) -
Limestone College
GaffneySkills
- Public event security
- Witness communication
- Public disturbance resolution
- Evidence collection
- Arrest procedures
- Street patrol
- Community policing
- Criminal investigation
- Firearms proficiency
- Emergency response
- Surveillance
- Integrity and ethics
- Criminal law
- Crime investigation discovery
- Fugitive location and apprehension
- Interrogation skills
- Research
- Social media investigations
- Strong communication skills
- Continuous professional development
- Multitasking and organization
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Confidentiality and discretion
- Clear presentation techniques
Affiliations
- Active member of Masonic Lodge
- Participate in community outreach events
- Coach and mentor youth in community
Accomplishments
- Awarded Officer of the year (2019)
- Promoted to Sgt. (2022)
- Completed Additional S.W.A.T. advanced trainings (2019, 2023 x's 2)
- Certified as an Instructor (2024)
Timeline
Sheriff's Officer
Cherokee County Sheriff Office
04.2017 - Current
Certificate - Criminal Justice
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
High School Diploma -
Gaffney High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Limestone College
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