RODNEY LOFTON
Haughton,USA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in law enforcement and heavy equipment operation. Proven ability to enhance public safety and operational efficiency at Turkey Creek Police Department. Skilled in traffic enforcement and conflict resolution, with certifications in firearms proficiency and first aid. Committed to fostering community trust and collaboration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
OPERATOR
Wicker Construction
Shreveport, USA
03.2023 - Current
- Operating heavy equipment for the construction and development of subdivisions and infrastructure.
- Operated heavy machinery for timely completion of construction tasks.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
- Followed blueprints and specifications to execute construction projects accurately.
- Communicated with project managers to clarify work assignments and priorities.
- Managed multiple construction tasks while ensuring high standards of quality and detail.
PATROLMAN
Turkey Creek Police Department
Turkey Creek, USA
04.2020 - Current
- Returned to police department in part-time role during active duty orders.
- Patrolled assigned areas, enhancing public safety and deterring criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted traffic stops and enforced local laws and regulations.
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations and warnings for violations of the law.
- Collaborated with community members, fostering trust and strengthening community relations.
INSTRUCTOR
US Army
11.2008 - Current
- Military police. Took an instructor position in 2020 as an instructor and re-classed to a (12N) heavy equipment operator instructor. Operated heavy equipment in the teaching of other that enter the course.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods, accommodating diverse learning styles and improving student engagement.
- Mentored junior instructors, enhancing their teaching skills and boosting confidence.
- Assessed training needs through evaluations and feedback from participants.
- Conducted performance evaluations, assessing instructor effectiveness and supporting professional growth.
Military Police Squad Leader
US Army National Guard
Guantanamo Bay , Cuba
07.2024 - 09.2026
- Led team in security operations, ensuring adherence to law enforcement procedures to maintain safety and order.
- Managed conflict resolution and de-escalation during incidents, fostering a safer environment for all personnel involved.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using sound judgment while adhering to established rules and regulations.
- Monitored radio traffic during patrols to ensure effective communication and timely response to incidents.
- Participated in meetings with senior officers discussing new initiatives or changes in policy and procedure affecting law enforcement operations within the unit's area of responsibility.
HELPER
Linetec Energy Services
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Assisted technicians in installing energy-efficient systems, contributing to enhanced project sustainability.
- Performed a variety of tasks such as lifting heavy objects, carrying supplies and cleaning up debris.
- Transported and stabilized materials, facilitating senior professionals in timely project completion.
- Maintained tools and equipment in safe working condition.
- Constructed and rebuilt power lines, ensuring reliability by assembling new poles and operating necessary equipment.
OPERATOR
Gilchrist Construction
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Operated heavy equipment for construction and reconstruction of highways, ensuring project milestones met.
- Utilized heavy machinery to execute construction tasks, contributing to timely project completion.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to identify maintenance needs, minimizing potential breakdowns.
- Communicated with project managers to clarify work assignments and priorities.
WELL TESTER/HELPER
Integrity Energy Service
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Rigged up and dismantled well heads, conducted testing, operated LACT system for oil transfer through pipeline, oversaw production of oil/water tanks.
- Conducted well testing to evaluate reservoir performance and fluid characteristics, ensuring reliable data for decision-making.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during testing operations.
- Documented well production using internal or client reporting procedures.
- Monitored and recorded fluid levels in tanks, pumps, and wells during testing operations to maintain optimal conditions.
INTERIM CHIEF
Turkey Creek Police Department
Turkey Creek, USA
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Patrolled city streets, enhancing community security, making forcible and narcotics arrests, enforcing traffic ordinances, serving warrants, and responding to dispatched calls.
- Performed daily tasks with precision and attention to detail.
- Facilitated communication among law enforcement agencies, improving collaboration and response to crime.
- Reviewed arrest reports to identify patterns in criminal activity, addressing potential civil rights violations.
OPERATOR
Associated Civil Contractors
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Utilized bulldozers, excavators, and loaders to support construction projects, contributing to timely project completion.
- Operated heavy equipment in the demolition of residential and commercial buildings. Assembled sewer systems and water lines in new development.
- Moved and positioned raw materials and finished components with precision, facilitating efficient workflow on job sites.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on job sites.
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Enforced laws, maintaining public order in Evangeline Parish, contributing to a safer environment for residents.
- Patrolled designated areas, deterring crime and ensuring community safety, fostering a sense of security among residents.
- Patrolled parish roads, providing security and enforcing traffic ordinances, resulting in reduced traffic violations and increased community trust.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests for legal proceedings.
ASSISTANT CHIEF
Cheneyville Police Department
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Supervised daily operations of police department to ensure effective workflow and operational compliance.
- Evaluated incident reports and ensured thorough documentation to support accurate record-keeping and incident tracking.
- Patrolled city streets to enhance community security, enforced traffic laws, made arrests for narcotics and other offenses, responded to dispatched calls, and served warrants.
DEPUTY SHERIFF
West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office
02.2014 - 10.2015
- Patrolled parish roads to enhance community security, enforced traffic ordinances, made arrests for narcotics and other offenses, and responded to dispatched calls and served warrants.
- Patrolled designated areas to deter crime and promote community safety.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance.
- Prepared detailed incident and arrest reports to support legal proceedings.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
PATROLMAN
Simmesport Police Department
Simmesport, USA
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Patrolled city streets, enhancing community security, enforcing traffic laws, making arrests for narcotics and other offenses, serving warrants, and responding to dispatched calls.
- Patrolled assigned areas, promoting public safety and deterring criminal activity through proactive engagement.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance to citizens in need.
- Fostered positive relationships with community leaders and the public by providing friendly and cooperative interactions with citizens and visitors.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies on joint operations and investigations.
Education
Online courses for law enforcement -
St Petersburg College
10-2020
General Studies -
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS12-2000
Diploma -
Pine Hills Academy
05-2000
Law Enforcement
Virtual Academy
OnlineSkills
- MS-POST certified
- SFST
- Taser X26E
- OC/CS
- Narcotics field testing
- POST firearms certified
- Drug Unit Supervisors course
- Reserve Deputy Academy- Tangipohoa Parish Sheriff Office
- First aid and CPR
- Traffic enforcement
- Firearms proficiency
- Law enforcement procedures
Hobbies and Interests
I am a very outgoing person who welcomes the opportunity to pursue a career in law enforcement. I strive to improve myself daily through training to become a better officer. I enjoy providing the community with security through policing and working to ensure a decline in illegal activity. I believe that my strongest areas of expertise are narcotics and traffic enforcement.
Languages
English, Proficient
Timeline
Military Police Squad Leader
US Army National Guard
07.2024 - 09.2026
OPERATOR
Wicker Construction
03.2023 - Current
PATROLMAN
Turkey Creek Police Department
04.2020 - Current
HELPER
Linetec Energy Services
10.2019 - 11.2021
OPERATOR
Gilchrist Construction
04.2019 - 09.2019
WELL TESTER/HELPER
Integrity Energy Service
01.2019 - 04.2019
INTERIM CHIEF
Turkey Creek Police Department
03.2018 - 01.2019
OPERATOR
Associated Civil Contractors
01.2017 - 03.2018
ASSISTANT CHIEF
Cheneyville Police Department
04.2016 - 09.2016
DEPUTY SHERIFF
Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office
02.2016 - 03.2017
PATROLMAN
Simmesport Police Department
07.2014 - 03.2015
DEPUTY SHERIFF
West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office
02.2014 - 10.2015
INSTRUCTOR
US Army
11.2008 - Current
Online courses for law enforcement -
St Petersburg College
General Studies -
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Diploma -
Pine Hills Academy
Law Enforcement
Virtual Academy