Samuel Ford
Goldsboro,NC
Summary
Police Officer highly effective at taking leadership direction from superiors as well as mentoring junior officers. Believes that willingness to learn and emphasis on teamwork are essential qualities of successful law enforcement officers. Focused on maintaining strong relationships with coworkers and community.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Goldsboro police department
Goldsboro, NC
06.2025 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted routine patrols in assigned areas to deter criminal activity.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and incidents requiring police intervention.
- Conducted traffic stops and issued citations for violations of traffic laws.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations for legal purposes.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Provided testimony in court regarding investigations conducted.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Collaborated with community organizations to build positive relationships with residents.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Conducted thorough searches for missing individuals for missing persons using a variety of investigative methods.
Munitions Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force, USAF
Goldsboro, NC
03.2020 - 01.2025
- Inspected munitions for compliance with safety regulations.
- Inspected ammunition components for proper functioning and safety.
- Conducted thorough audits of munitions stock and reported discrepancies.
- Trained junior personnel on munitions handling protocols and safety measures.
- Maintained munitions inventory and ensured proper storage procedures.
- Adhered to safety protocols and properly handled equipment, weapons and materials.
- Operated specialized equipment for munitions handling and transportation.
- Dismantled damaged munition components for inspection prior to reassembly and repairing or replacement.
- Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
- Performed preventive maintenance inspections on all munitions systems.
- Inspected system components and performed preventive maintenance or replacements to preserve system performance.
- Installed new parts or assemblies in munitions systems as required for operation and repair.
- Operated specialized equipment to perform tests on ordnance components.
- Loaded explosives into warhead sections according to prescribed loading diagrams.
- Adjusted timing mechanisms for safe firing sequences within Munitions Systems.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
Commercial Electrician Apprentice
Danny Davis
Maryville, Tennessee
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Assisted in the installation of electrical systems, including wiring, fixtures and outlets.
- Assisted electricians with installation of wiring and electrical systems.
- Helped install control panels in commercial buildings.
- Supported troubleshooting and repair of electrical issues in commercial settings.
- Tested continuity of wires using multimeters or other electronic testing devices.
- Completed minor repairs such as replacing fuses, light bulbs, switches and receptacles.
- Used hand tools to drill holes for mounting hardware and wiring devices.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulations on job sites.
- Observed experienced electricians while they performed their duties in order to gain knowledge about the trade.
Education
Alcoa High School
Alcoa, TNSkills
- Law enforcement
- Emergency response
- Incident management
- Arrest and detention
- Defensive tactics
- Drug enforcement
- Firearms safety
- Search and seizure procedures
- Crime scene preservation
- Report writing
- Problem solving
- Community engagement
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Cultural awareness
- Physical fitness
- Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- Top performer during a temporary deployment training exercise "Operation Combat Hammer."
- Top performer during a temporary deployment training exercise "Operation Starlight."
- Leadership award from Wayne County Community college after attending Basic Law Enforcement Traning
Certification
- North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Traning
- North Carolina law Enforcement certification
- Taser 10 certified
- Aerosol pepper spray certified
- Stop-Stick certified
- Community Oriented Policing certification
- Narcan Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Police Officer
Goldsboro police department
06.2025 - Current
Munitions Systems Journeyman
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2020 - 01.2025
Commercial Electrician Apprentice
Danny Davis
05.2018 - 02.2020
Alcoa High School