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Work History
Education
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Stephen Davenport

Stephen Davenport

Carrollton,GA

Summary

Seasoned Training Officer with relevant experience in developing and implementing training programs. Demonstrated ability to identify training needs, design educational materials, and lead instruction for diverse employees. Skilled in fostering collaborative environments conducive to learning while improving efficiency and productivity. Proven track record of success in improving team performance and enhancing company operations through effective training strategies.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lieutenant, Department Training Officer

City of Carrollton Police Department
Carrollton, GA
01.2002 - Current
  • Served as subject matter expert for departmental training initiatives.
  • Created and maintained a comprehensive database of employee training records.
  • Provided one-on-one coaching and mentoring to enhance employee performance.
  • Collaborated with external training providers to improve internal resources.
  • Coordinated class schedules, optimizing classroom and instructor availability.
  • Selected and assigned instructors to ensure effective training delivery.
  • Established vendor relationships to secure cost-saving opportunities on equipment purchases.
  • Lead the hiring process for new employees.
  • Conducted interviews to assess applicants' qualifications and fit for positions.
  • Supervise the departments state certification program manager.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Marketing And Management

West Georgia Techinical College
Carrollton, GA

Skills

  • Employee training
  • Database management
  • Financial management
  • Project management
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Classroom coordination

Certification

Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council Certifications:

  • Managerial
  • Supervisory
  • Advanced
  • Intermediate
  • Field Training Officer
  • SWAT Officer
  • Radar Operator
  • LIDAR Operator
  • Jailer

Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council Instructor Certificates:

  • General Instructor (2009)
  • Firearms Instructor (2010)
  • Defensive Tactics (2016)
  • Speed Detection (2018)
  • Driver Training (2023)
  • Use of Force Instructor (2023)
  • Level III - Senior Instructor

Independent Certifications:

  • Computer Voice Stress Analyzer Examiner (NITV Federal Services)
  • Axon/Taser Instructor
  • Defense Technology Less Lethal Munitions Instructor
  • PepperBall Instructor

Affiliations

  • Associate Board member of the Georgia Tactical Officer's Association
  • Member of the Georgia Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor Association
  • Active mentor at current agency
  • Hostage Negotiator
  • Special Response Team Training Coordinator and Sniper Team Leader

Accomplishments

  • Guardian Leadership Award (2024)
  • Graduate of the Georgia Chief's Executive Training Program (02/2024)

Timeline

Lieutenant, Department Training Officer

City of Carrollton Police Department
01.2002 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Marketing And Management

West Georgia Techinical College