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Timothy Collins

Bradenton,FL

Summary

Experienced major-crimes investigator with a decorated career in law enforcement dedicated to public safety. Unique experience in both investigations as well as tactical security provided through service as a Bomb Technician in the Tampa Bay region. Strong work ethic and a self-starter with exceptional interpersonal skills. Hardworking and conscientious with the utmost integrity and exceptionally high clearance rates. An expert interviewer with years of experience providing explosives-safety and security sweeps at stadiums and large public events. A fully capable leader with experience managing investigations that is an indispensable asset to any team.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Detective

Manatee County Sheriff's Office
Bradenton, FL
10.2020 - Current
  • Expert in interviews and interrogations.
  • Collaborates with other law enforcement agencies.
  • Conducts background checks.
  • Produces highly detailed reports for the most serious criminal offenses.
  • Manages multiple investigations at once.
  • Expert in internet and cyber-investigations.

Public Safety Bomb Technician

Manatee County Sheriff's Office
Bradenton, FL
10.2019 - Current
  • Provided explosives-security for dignitaries.
  • Years of experience as bomb technician at major public events.
  • Investigated suspicious persons or vehicles for possible threats.
  • Managed hazardous materials incidents.
  • Certified instructor providing team training for threat response at public events.

Patrol Deputy

Manatee County Sheriff's Office
Bradenton, Florida
04.2016 - 10.2020
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity, enforce laws and ensure public safety.
  • Investigated complaints from citizens, documented reports and collected evidence.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service
  • Performed crowd control duties

Infantry Sergeant

United States Army
Fort Campbell, KY
01.2008 - 09.2015
  • Instructed and supervised subordinate personnel in the performance of their duties.
  • Created detailed after action reports following each mission outlining successful and unsuccessful tactics used.
  • Performed close protection duties such as escorting VIPs through hazardous environments.

Education

Public Safety Bomb Technician Certification -

FBI Hazardous Devices School
Huntsville
02-2022

Basic Law Enforcement Academy -

St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL
03-2016

High School Diploma -

Suffield Academy
Suffield, CT
04-2006

Skills

  • Interviews
  • Background investigations
  • Risk mitigation and threat assessment
  • Safety and security procedures
  • Operations management
  • Emergency response
  • Advanced report writing
  • Law enforcement instructor
  • Bomb technician
  • Conflict resolution / De-escalation

Accomplishments

  • Distinguished Service Award - In recognition of an act of extraordinary bravery in the performance of duty, April 25, 2017
  • Life Saving Award - In recognition of your effort that resulted in the saving of a life on May 8, 2018
  • Distinguished Service Award - In recognition of an act of extraordinary bravery in the performance of duty, January 6, 2018
  • Deputy of the Month, For Outstanding Service in the Performance of Duty, February, 2023
  • Florida's 16th District Congressional Law Enforcement Preservation of Life Award, Congressman Vern Buchanan, May 14, 2018
  • Florida's 16th District Congressional Fire and Rescue Award, October 25, 2019
  • Overall Award, Class Leader, PRC 199, St. Petersburg College, March 2, 2016
  • Bomb Squad Commendation, October 21, 2022

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Detective

Manatee County Sheriff's Office
10.2020 - Current

Public Safety Bomb Technician

Manatee County Sheriff's Office
10.2019 - Current

Patrol Deputy

Manatee County Sheriff's Office
04.2016 - 10.2020

Infantry Sergeant

United States Army
01.2008 - 09.2015

Public Safety Bomb Technician Certification -

FBI Hazardous Devices School

Basic Law Enforcement Academy -

St. Petersburg College

High School Diploma -

Suffield Academy

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