Terri Appel
Bushnell,Florida
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with a strong background as a Deputy Sheriff at Sumter County Sheriff’s Office. Expert in incident response and de-escalation techniques, effectively managing high-pressure situations. Proven ability to train staff and enhance community safety through thorough investigations and collaboration with local agencies. Committed to integrity and ethical practices in all operations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and community order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal incidents, gathering evidence and witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas to deter crime and respond to emergencies effectively.
- Collaborated with local agencies to coordinate responses during critical incidents or events.
- Assisted in training new deputies on departmental policies and operational procedures.
- Utilized communication systems for real-time reporting and coordination during law enforcement operations.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Assisted in the training of new deputies, sharing knowledge and experiences to help them excel in their roles.
Administrative Assistant
Parks and Rec City of Wildwood
04.2023 - Current
- Organized and scheduled meetings for department staff, optimizing calendar management and enhancing communication.
- Managed incoming correspondence, prioritizing inquiries and ensuring timely responses to community members.
- Assisted in developing promotional materials and social media content to increase community engagement with programs.
- Maintained accurate records of program registrations, facilitating efficient data retrieval for reporting purposes.
- Implemented filing system improvements that enhanced document retrieval efficiency and compliance with organizational standards.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
Education
JI Case
Racine Wi06.1977
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Integrity and ethics
- Incident response
- Emergency response
- Court proceedings
- Staff management
- Serving court documents
- Background investigations
- Witness interviewing
- Witness communication
- Decision-making
Certification
Many
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Parks and Rec City of Wildwood
04.2023 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Sumter County Sheriff’s Office
JI Case
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