Samuel Jones II
Law Enforcement
Islandton,SC
Summary
Dedicated Law Enforcement professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges. I have dedicated my time by taking courses and classes to further my education in law enforcement. I have certifications in basic detective, DUI investigation, interview and interrogation, Active shooter response, spike strip deployment, and many more.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer/ Investigator
Ridgeland Police Department
Ridgeland, SC
06.2019 - Current
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
- Maintained tight controls during static and mobile surveillance operations to protect validity and usefulness of evidence collected.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
- Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Checked accuracy and integrity of collected information to identify optimal course of investigation.
- Coordinated swift and tactical responses to wide range of criminal issues.
Police Officer
Williston Police Department
Williston, SC
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
- Maintained tight controls during static and mobile surveillance operations to protect validity and usefulness of evidence collected.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
- Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Coordinated swift and tactical responses to wide range of criminal issues.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Checked accuracy and integrity of collected information to identify optimal course of investigation.
Detention Officer
Colleton County Sheriffs Office
Walterboro, SC
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Testified in court pertaining to prisoner statements and behavior while in custody.
- Facilitated video arraignment processes as part of judicial process.
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners.
- Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
- Attended to feeding, housing and physical well-being of inmates.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Supervised and controlled behavior of Number inmates.
- Verified identification using specialized databases and methods such as fingerprinting.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Created and maintained arrest files on inmates processed through jail.
- Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Completed dorm sanitation and maintenance checks and reported results to management.
Education
High School Diploma
CS Christian School
OnlineBasic Law Class I And II
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SCSkills
Emergency planning
Evidence collection protocols
Interrogation techniques
Crime trend analysis
Search and seizure procedures
Safety and security
Emergency vehicle operation
Civil laws
Special task forces
Criminal laws
Traffic laws
Self-defense training
Community-oriented policing
Surveillance
Emergency Response
File and records management
Crime prevention models
Traffic Control
Safety improvements
Court testimony
Criminal Investigations
Crime Prevention
Probation and parole knowledge
Crisis intervention and deescalation
De-escalation techniques
Defensive tactics training
Staff Management
Criminal law
Emergency Management
Background investigations
Report writing
Relationship building and management
Court preparation
Evidence processing
Video surveillance systems
Interrogation skills
Covert investigations
Interviewing witnesses
Risk Assessment
Cellular phone call data analysis
Crime scene photography
Accomplishments
Spike Strip successful deployment ribbon
Challenge coins for life saving response
Officer of the year 2019
Timeline
Police Officer/ Investigator
Ridgeland Police Department
06.2019 - Current
Police Officer
Williston Police Department
07.2017 - 06.2019
Detention Officer
Colleton County Sheriffs Office
08.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma
CS Christian School
Basic Law Class I And II
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy