Rodney Hale
Brandon,MS
Summary
Law Enforcement Officer with over twenty years of service enforcing state and local laws. Passionate about protecting victims and preserving the rights of everyone. Knowledgeable about writing and reviewing reports, applying data-driven approaches and promoting community-oriented mentality. Over fifteen years experience of advanced leadership skills. Adept at serving public with sense of justice and adherence to strict ethical codes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective Sergeant
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
07.2022 - Current
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures, and investigation strategies.
- Developed detailed reports on case progress for submission to command staff members and other stakeholders, contributing to informed decision-making.
- Enhanced case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing advanced interrogation techniques.
- Improved community relations through participation in public events and forums to discuss safety concerns and gather feedback from residents.
- Conduct and manage threat assessments, and prepare presentations to the Multi-Disciplinary Threat Assessment team.
- Review all incident reports for proper NIBRS and CLERY entries and submit monthly NIBRS reports.
- Prepare monthly crime and use of force stats.
Detective
University Of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
01.2022 - Current
- Conduct thorough investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state and local laws.
- Responsible for conducting thorough and expedited violent risk assessments.
- Assist in determining existence of threats of violence toward UMMC community members.
- Conduct initial and follow-up investigations of criminal incidents.
- Interviews persons connected with criminal incidents.
- Collect and preserve evidence.
- Prepare and reviews written reports of investigative activities, arrest offenders, testify in court.
- Conduct surveillance, establish communication and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies to investigate, locate, and arrest offenders.
Police Officer
University Of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
04.2020 - Current
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of crimes.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep citizens safe.
- Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
Police Sergeant
City Of Ridgeland, MS
08.2010 - 04.2020
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of ten subordinates.
- 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.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings while testifying under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Qualified as Field Training Officer Phase I and II.
- Attended FBI-LEEDA Supervisor and Command Institute for Law Enforcement Executives.
Military Police Officer
Mississippi Army National Guard
01.2008 - 04.2016
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Supervised 24-hour police operation investigating civil disturbances on base.
- Gathered preliminary investigation information as first responder to crimes on base.
- Gathered evidence, processed crime scenes and questioned witnesses and suspects.
- Maintained security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials.
- Documented and processed classified materials for Combined Information Data Network Exchange.
- Spearheaded patrol operations and led security forces teams to support battlefield operations.
- Led Personal Security Detail on more than sixteen occasions for Stabilization Transition Team.
- Conducted over 100 combat patrols as team leader and approximately 40 missions as as squad leader.
- Conducted Key Leader Engagements in Al Karama, Tal Kayf and Al Nasir District Headquarters and Al Sukar Local Police Station.
- Intelligence gathering for all patrols in Mosul, Iraq.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Strategic Intelligence
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAAssociate of Arts - General Studies
Holmes Community College
Ridgeland, MS12.2005
Skills
- Criminal Investigations
- Summons and Subpoena Serving
- Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
- Protecting People and Property
- Emergency Response
- Accident Scene Documentation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Crime Scene Photographs
- Court Testimony
- Report Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Maintaining Order
- Public Safety
- Accident Investigations
- Directing Traffic
- Officer Training
- Investigative Reports
- Decision Making
- Public Service
- Police Patrol Operations
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 staff members as Sergeant of Ridgeland Police Department, and Field Training Officer.
- Supervised a Squad during combat patrols in Mosul, Iraq, conducting Key Leader Engagements with Directors of Iraqi Police.
- Awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious duty in Iraq.
- Wrote and submitted over 100 classified mission-gathering intelligence and debrief reports for combat missions in Iraq.
- Attended FBI-LEEDA courses in Supervisor and Command Institute for Law Enforcement Executives.
- Completed FBI National Academy Leadership Training
- Awarded Top Cop 2023
Timeline
Detective Sergeant
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
07.2022 - Current
Detective
University Of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
01.2022 - Current
Police Officer
University Of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
04.2020 - Current
Police Sergeant
City Of Ridgeland, MS
08.2010 - 04.2020
Military Police Officer
Mississippi Army National Guard
01.2008 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Strategic Intelligence
Liberty University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Holmes Community College
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