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Timothy Kavanaugh

Aberdeeen,NC

Summary

Experienced law enforcement professional with extensive experience at Southern Pines Police Department and Hoke County Sheriff's Office. Proven expertise at multiple levels and capacities as a Law Enforcement Officer, complemented by strong leadership skills. Successfully trained new officers and enhanced public safety initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to community service and effective law enforcement practices.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

Southern Pines Police Department
Southern Pines , NC
03.2022 - 03.2025
  • Worked as a Patrol Officer, Investigator and served as a member of the agencies Special Response Team (SWAT)
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
  • Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
  • Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
  • Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.

Deputy Sheriff

Hoke County Sheriff's Office
Raeford, NC
07.2011 - 03.2022
  • Worked as a Patrol Officer, Traffic/Interdiction Officer and served as a member of the Sheriff's Emergency Response Team (SWAT)
  • Promoted to Corporal and later promoted to Sergeant over the Traffic/Interdiction Unit.
  • Served as the County Coordinator over the Government Highway Safety Program.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and enforce laws and regulations.
  • Trained new officers on proper patrol procedures and techniques.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to law enforcement practices.
  • Attended meetings with local officials and representatives from community organizations concerning public safety initiatives.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
  • Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
  • Interviewed witnesses and victims of crimes to obtain additional information regarding incidents under investigation.
  • Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
  • Served warrants, subpoenas, and summonses, encouraging adherence to legal proceedings.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.

Education

Basic Law Enforcement Certification - Law Enforcement

Central Carolina Community College
Lillington, NC
03-2011

High School Diploma -

Pine Forest High School
Fayetteville, NC
01-2009

Skills

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

  • Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)
  • Field Training Officer (FTO)
  • Leadership Essential
  • Basic SWAT Operator
  • Advanced SWAT Operator
  • Less Lethal Basic Instructor in use of Impact Munitions
  • Less Lethal Basic Instructor in use of Chemical Munitions and Aerosol
  • Active Shooter Training
  • Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
  • Crime Scene Investigations
  • Standardized Field Sobriety Training (SFST)
  • Basic Narcotics Investigations
  • Surviving Deadly Force Encounter
  • Interview & Interrogation
  • DCI (general inquiries) & CJLEADS Training
  • Suicide Investigation Procedures
  • Developing & Using Informants
  • Hotel/Motel Drug Interdiction
  • Commercial Motor Vehicle Interdiction/Traffic Interdiction

Timeline

Police Officer

Southern Pines Police Department
03.2022 - 03.2025

Deputy Sheriff

Hoke County Sheriff's Office
07.2011 - 03.2022

Basic Law Enforcement Certification - Law Enforcement

Central Carolina Community College

High School Diploma -

Pine Forest High School