Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Todd Adkins

Howe

Summary

Proven leader in incident command and crisis management, skilled in task delegation and enhancing workplace safety. Successfully coordinated emergency responses and developed training programs to elevate team performance.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Chief

Howe Fire Dept.
Howe, OK
01.2012 - Current
  • Directed emergency response operations, ensuring team readiness and effectiveness during critical incidents.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for firefighting personnel to enhance skills and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated fire prevention initiatives, engaging community stakeholders to promote awareness and education.
  • Managed budgetary allocations for equipment procurement, optimizing resource utilization across departments.
  • Enhanced firefighting strategies for better efficiency in extinguishing fires and reducing property damage.

Sgt. K9 Handler/ Detective

Heavener Police Dept.
Heavener, OK
08.2020 - 03.2026
  • Supervised evidence collection and preservation to ensure integrity of crime scenes.
  • Trained new handlers on safety protocols and operational procedures for effective performance.
  • Coordinated transport of detainees, maintaining security and compliance with departmental policies.
  • Conducted routine inspections of equipment and vehicles to uphold operational readiness standards.
  • Answered 911 calls and all relevant calls for service.
  • Conducted routine traffic stops in relation to narcotic enforcement.

Patrol K9 Officer

Panama Police Dept.
Panama, OK
01.2017 - 08.2020
  • Conducted routine patrols to ensure public safety and deter criminal activity.
  • Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies for effective K9 unit operations.
  • Trained and handled K9s for narcotics detection and search-and-rescue missions.
  • Developed operational strategies to enhance K9 team efficiency in fieldwork.

Patrol Officer

Shady Point Police Dept.
Shady Point, OK
05.2015 - 01.2017
  • Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
  • Conducted routine patrols to deter criminal activity and ensure community security.
  • Responded to emergency calls, providing assistance and coordinating with emergency services.
  • Prepared detailed incident reports for investigations and court proceedings.

Detention Officer

Leflore County Detention Center
Poteau, OK
03.2014 - 05.2015
  • Supervised inmate activities and maintained safety protocols within facility.
  • Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with security regulations.
  • Managed intake and release processes, maintaining accurate documentation of inmate status.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement for transportation of inmates to court hearings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Lodi, CA

No Degree - Basic Peace Officer

Oklahoma CLEET
Ada, OK
01-2017

No Degree - Reserve Peace Officer

Oklahoma Reserve Officer Cert.
Poteau, OK
04-2016

Skills

  • Firefighting operations
  • Incident command
  • Workload prioritization
  • Fire suppression
  • Workplace safety
  • Task delegation
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Equipment operation
  • Crisis management
  • Decision-making
  • Physical fitness
  • Evidence handling
  • Patrol techniques

Accomplishments

K9 Team of the year Region 3

Certification

Advanced K9 Handler

Basic Swat Operator

Basic Instructor

Numerous Narcotic certifications

Patrol Rifle certified

Radar certified

Basic Peace Officer

Timeline

Sgt. K9 Handler/ Detective

Heavener Police Dept.
08.2020 - 03.2026

Patrol K9 Officer

Panama Police Dept.
01.2017 - 08.2020

Patrol Officer

Shady Point Police Dept.
05.2015 - 01.2017

Detention Officer

Leflore County Detention Center
03.2014 - 05.2015

Fire Chief

Howe Fire Dept.
01.2012 - Current

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School

No Degree - Basic Peace Officer

Oklahoma CLEET

No Degree - Reserve Peace Officer

Oklahoma Reserve Officer Cert.