Shawn Lusk
Atkins,AR
Summary
I am a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I thrive on my ability to engage with any person I meet in a respectable and professional manner. I am highly skilled with people, and I always leave knowing I gave them the best of myself and can create great relationships with them. I am adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills. I am a results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems, and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. I am also an organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to the company's growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Resource Officer
Atkins Police Department
Atkins, AR
10.2021 - 02.2025
- Investigated reports of bullying and harassment among students.
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
- Organized special events such as assemblies or field trips for the purpose of educating students about safety topics.
- Conducted daily patrols of school grounds to ensure safety of students and faculty.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Provided training sessions for faculty members regarding security protocols for handling emergencies.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, counselors, parents and guardians, and other stakeholders to create safe learning environments for all students.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Collaborated with probation officers, school representatives and other key individuals in community to support adolescents and families.
- Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
- Established positive relationships with students through mentorship programs.
- Worked closely with mental health professionals when responding to crises involving suicidal thoughts or self-harm.
- Assisted in developing strategies for dealing with difficult situations that may arise at school.
- Intervened when necessary to prevent potential conflicts from escalating into violence.
- Responded to emergency situations such as fights, medical issues, or suspicious activity.
- Developed relationships with students by engaging in conversations and activities.
- Attended meetings with school personnel concerning student discipline issues or safety concerns.
- Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Built safety plans and provided guidance on updating plans.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to improve relations between the school district and local law enforcement agencies.
- Maintained records of disciplinary actions taken against students and submitted reports accordingly.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Enforced laws related to juveniles by issuing citations or making arrests when appropriate.
- Promoted positive behaviors through education rather than punishment whenever possible.
- Administered first aid for minor medical situations and contacted paramedics for medical emergencies.
- Maintained a visible presence in classrooms, hallways, and other areas on campus.
- Served as a liaison between the school and local law enforcement agencies during incidents requiring police involvement.
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Pope County Sheriff's Office
Russellville, AR
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety by responding to calls for service; conducted traffic stops for violations of law or ordinances.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources including surveillance footage and eyewitness accounts in order to identify patterns of criminal behavior.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Performed searches of vehicles, buildings, persons, and property according to established procedures for weapons or contraband items.
- Developed positive relationships with members of the community in order to gain trust and foster cooperation between law enforcement personnel and citizens.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Collected and preserved evidence associated with crimes, supporting investigations
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
- Regulated vehicle flow, at times of emergency or congestion to reduce accidents.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Ensured compliance with motor vehicle laws and other applicable laws by issuing citations when necessary.
- Responded promptly to complaints from the public regarding criminal activity or other matters requiring police intervention.
- Utilized computer systems to access information related to investigations including suspect records, witness statements, incident reports.
- Observed the behavior of people in public places and monitored security cameras in order to detect any suspicious activity.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
- Assisted fellow officers during arrests by providing back up support while ensuring that proper protocol is followed throughout the process.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
- Attained staff feedback to deliver information to superiors for corrective action.
- Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody.
- Investigated criminal activities and apprehended suspects in accordance with departmental guidelines.
- Maintained proficiency with firearms through regular training sessions on the shooting range and classroom instruction on use of force policies.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Participated in community policing initiatives by attending meetings with civic groups, schools, churches. to discuss crime prevention strategies.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Detention Officer
Pope County Sheriff's Office
Russellville, AR
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Participated in emergency response drills and real situations, acting swiftly to ensure safety.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of all equipment used by staff members or inmates.
- Escorted detainees to court hearings, medical appointments, and other off-site locations securely.
- Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
- Adhered strictly to all laws pertaining to detentions facilities while maintaining professional conduct at all times.
- Maintained records of incident reports and daily logs to document inmate activity.
- Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
- Attended court hearings related to inmates under supervision when requested by supervisors.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
- Served meals in a timely manner while enforcing mealtime regulations for inmates.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Operated control rooms, managing access to secure areas and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
- Exercised independent and sound judgment in enforcing proper inmate behavior and responding to incidents.
- Reported on quality of inmate work and violations committed by prisoners.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts and maintain order within the facility.
- Performed searches of people, vehicles, mail items and dormitories.
- Supervised inmates during recreational activities, providing guidance when needed.
- Monitored detainee behavior, identifying and addressing conflicts or potential security issues promptly.
- Counseled inmates regarding their rights, privileges, rules and regulations of the facility.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
- Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
- Assisted in the intake of new inmates, ensuring all necessary paperwork was completed and filed correctly.
- Fingerprinted and photographed incoming and released inmates.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any medical emergencies that arose within the facility.
- Assisted in the training and orientation of new detention officers, sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Provided supervisors oral and written reports of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations.
Millwright
KBM Industrial Services
Russellville, AR
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Reassembled machines after repair work was completed.
- Observed required safety measures when using blowtorches, wrenches and forklifts to maintain high standards.
- Completed routine preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, minimizing machinery downtime.
- Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining or fabricating replacement parts as needed.
- Used and maintained shop equipment to prevent downtime and reduce safety hazards.
- Dismantled machines, categorized parts by carefully documenting components and moved equipment into storage.
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
- Used rigging, hoists and equipment to move heavy machinery between locations and complete installations.
- Completed corrective and predictive maintenance on industrial machinery to replace worn parts and prevent breakages.
- Assembled moving parts and sub-assemblies and adjusted, leveled and tensioned machines and components.
- Installed machines in industrial and construction settings and tested to confirm proper working condition.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
- Reviewed equipment and daily job specifications, drawings, and blueprints to properly and safely assemble machinery.
- Assembled industrial machines using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Fabricated spare parts from raw materials such as steel bars or plates.
- Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
- Assembled machines and bolted, welded or riveted components to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
- Read blueprints and sketches to fabricate equipment, make modifications, and establish work procedures.
- Moved heavy machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Certificate - Law Enforcement
Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Acadamy
Camden, AR03-2020
Certificate - Welding
United Welding Insititute
Pottsville, AR04-2017
High School Diploma -
Hector High School
Hector, AR05-2014
Skills
- Relationship Building Expertise
- Detail-oriented
- Interpersonal skills
- CCTV monitoring
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Conflict resolution
- Community relations
- Safety training
- Surveillance techniques
- Behavioral observation
- Student mentorship
- Active listening
- First aid administration
- Policy enforcement
- Security protocols
- Collaboration skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Crime prevention
- Student engagement
- Liaison skills
- Peer mediation
- Conflict resolution skills
- School safety
- Youth counseling
- CPR certified
- Vigilant and watchful
- Keen observer
- Observation Skills
- Adaptability
- Self motivation
- Team player
- Multitasking capacity
- Legible report writing
- Effective Communication
- Commitment to Professional Standards
Affiliations
- I am the softball commissioner in Atkins, AR through the Atkins Youth Association
- I love to spend time with my family and those close to me, doing things we all love to do
- I enjoy golfing when I am able to and meet new people
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Resource Officer
Atkins Police Department
10.2021 - 02.2025
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Pope County Sheriff's Office
01.2020 - 10.2021
Detention Officer
Pope County Sheriff's Office
06.2018 - 01.2020
Millwright
KBM Industrial Services
06.2017 - 06.2018
Certificate - Law Enforcement
Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Acadamy
Certificate - Welding
United Welding Insititute
High School Diploma -
Hector High School
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