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STEVEN BRIERLEY

Lexington

Summary

Motivated individual with background in law enforcement and a strong dedication to public safety. Experienced in responding to and resolving emergency situations, patrolling assigned areas, and apprehending suspects.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

POLICE OFFICER

University of South Carolina Police Department
02.2023 - Current
  • Conducted foot, vehicle and bike patrol of the University of South Carolina campus.
  • Testified in court to present evidence and serve as witness in traffic and criminal cases.
  • Utilized problem solving skills and verbal deescalation.
  • Enforced traffic laws by issuing citations, warnings or effected arrests when necessary.
  • Conducted investigative techniques to identify criminal suspects.
  • Interviewed victims and witnesses to obtain information.
  • Conducted investigations into various crimes and completed incident reports.
  • Conducted surveillance operations using camera footage.

POLICE OFFICER

South Carolina Department of Public Safety
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided a police presences at the South Carolina Governors Mansion.
  • Conducted foot patrol of the Governors Mansion grounds, State House and surrounding area to deter criminal activity.
  • Used an X-Ray machine and metal detector to check individuals and packages entering the State House.
  • Maintained the safety and security of the governor and first lady of South Carolina.
  • Maintained officer presence during riots and protests occurring on State House grounds.
  • Provided protection and security for high profile members of congress during events.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR

Department Of Public Safety
07.2020 - 02.2022
  • Entered criminal record checks, driver's license numbers and warrants into telecommunications systems.
  • Familiar with NCIC material such as running items to locate correct information.
  • Maintained account for all units on the channel
  • Familiar with understanding basic warrant entry and certified in NCIC
  • Multi-tasked by answering phone calls and answering the radio.

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

South Carolina Department Of Corrections
11.2018 - 07.2020
  • Tracked inmates through head counts and scheduled activities.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells and dorms to needed locations.
  • Verified facility security by inspecting locks and cells for potential damages.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Maintained custody and control of approximately 130 inmates housed in maximum security units.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband
  • Observed and overseen the movement of mental health, youth inmates and high level security threat inmates.
  • Experience in working lockup dorms, death row and mental health dorms.

Education

CERTIFICATE - Criminal Justice

Midlands Technical College
08-2021

Skills

  • Report Writing
  • Surveillance
  • Criminal Law
  • Search and seizure procedures
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Courtroom Testimony
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Warrant procedures

Certification

  • NCIC certification-2024
  • Patrol rifle certification
  • Class 1 law enforcement officer- 2022
  • Advanced Patrol Tactics- 2024
  • KDI executive protection course

Timeline

POLICE OFFICER

University of South Carolina Police Department
02.2023 - Current

POLICE OFFICER

South Carolina Department of Public Safety
02.2022 - 02.2023

TELECOMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR

Department Of Public Safety
07.2020 - 02.2022

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

South Carolina Department Of Corrections
11.2018 - 07.2020

CERTIFICATE - Criminal Justice

Midlands Technical College
STEVEN BRIERLEY