Samuel Draper
Oakland,TN
Summary
Dedicated and observant Police Lieutenant with high integrity and a stellar record of accomplishments in law enforcement. Experienced in leading and motivating officers to handle high workloads and difficult situations with community-focused approach. Experienced in handling administrative requirements and schedules.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Services Lieutenant
Collierville Police Department
01.2024 - Current
- Community Services - Managed shift schedules for 27 department personnel, including granting or denying leave requests and obtain coverage for shortages
- Work closely with Collierville Schools to provide the best safety and best practices for daily operations and events.
- Plan and developed operation plans for Town special events.
- S.W.A.T. Training Coordinator
- Serve as the 2nd POC for social media needs and PIO
Patrol Lieutenant
Collierville Police Department
10.2013 - 01.2024
- Uniform Patrol First Line - Managed shift schedules for 15 to 20 department personnel, including granting or denying leave requests and obtain coverage for shortages
- Complete payroll, motivate officers, approve reports, and complete annual performance evaluations
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and field complaints from citizens
- S.W.A.T. Training Coordinator
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops/calls or answer complex questions
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements, and individual strengths
Administrative Lieutenant
Collierville Police Department
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Initiated collaboration between community members and the police department to strengthen communication and trust
- Citizen Police Academy, National Night Out, Neighborhood Watch, and various other public events
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction
- Town Square Protests - 2020, Football Games - 2019, Christmas Parade -2019
- Public Information Officer & Community Relations - Coordinated with Command Staff and CID Unit to release information on social media platforms and new stations
- Recruitment Team - Attended several job fairs in attempts to gain potential applicants for Police Officer, Dispatcher, & Jailer positions
- New Hire Management - Coordinated testing and academy for potential new hires
- Training Coordinator (GDI) - Prepared and submitted lesson plans to TN POST for In-Service
- Locate and host classes at the department
- Submit the department's yearly Salary Supplement
- Attend training officer meetings for new hire waivers
Patrol Officer
Collierville Police Department
10.2013 - 07.2019
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues
- Investigated incidents and crimes, including evidence collection and witness statements
- Instructor Development - THSO 2019
- S.W.A.T
- Sniper - Shooting Complete 2018
- Field Training Officer - SCSO 2018
- Crime Scene Technician - 2017
- Introduction to Mechanical, and Ballistic Breaching - 2016
- Basic S.W.A.T
- School - DCSO 2015
- Lawfit 2014, 2015, & 2018
Server
The Crescent Club
10.2011 - 10.2013
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business
- Bussed and reset tables to keep the dining room and work areas clean
- Kept registering accurately through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices
- Asked customers for feedback, solved problems, provided additional items and service throughout the meal
- Checked daily IDs to verify ages and uphold TN liquor laws
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment, and offered receipts to complete transactions
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Criminology
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN12.2011
Skills
- Passionate and Motivated
- Emotional Intelligence
- Written Communication
- Customer service
- Good listening skills
- Team building
- Multitasking abilities
- Microsoft Office
- Critical thinking
- Supervision
Accomplishments
- Basic Tactical Medical Instructor, FLETC, 01/01/21
- Explosive Breaching Instructor, TEES, 01/01/21
- Defensive Tactics Instructor, 01/01/18
- Competed in the Mississippi S.W.A.T. competition, 01/01/18
- Life Saving Award, 01/01/17
- Commendation for not missing a day of work, 01/01/14 - 01/01/16
- Competed on the Collierville Police Law Fit Team, 01/01/14, 01/01/14, & 01/01/15
Affiliations
- Fraternal Order of Police, Shelby Lodge #35
- Southern States Police Benevolent Association
Hobbies and Interests
- Church
- Weight Lifting
- Martial Arts
- Travelling
- Reading
- Spending time with my family
Timeline
Community Services Lieutenant
Collierville Police Department
01.2024 - Current
Administrative Lieutenant
Collierville Police Department
07.2019 - 01.2021
Patrol Lieutenant
Collierville Police Department
10.2013 - 01.2024
Patrol Officer
Collierville Police Department
10.2013 - 07.2019
Server
The Crescent Club
10.2011 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice & Criminology
University of Memphis
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