Tyler Smith
Bessemer,AL
Summary
Proactive Police Officer focused on criminal detection and deterrence while building relationships with community members. Responds to calls for service promptly and safely. Builds rapport with citizens and offenders in an effort to solve crime and community issues while promoting trust in the Police Service. Enjoys being part of a team and building up and assisting others.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Gardendale Police Department
Gardendale, AL
12.2018 - Current
- Focus on proactive patrol, identifying criminal occupants of motor vehicles and conducting safe traffic stops to identify and investigate the occupants of the vehicle.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Worked with Detectives to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
Reserve Police Officer
City Of Brighton
Brighton, AL
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters, including directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid and carrying people from dangerous areas.
- Assisted Uniformed APOST Officers in their daily job duties.
Police Department Intern
Birmingham Police Department
Birmingham, AL
09.2017 - 11.2017
- Sorted and organized files, depositions, and reports.
- Assisted and observed Uniformed Patrol Officers in their daily duties.
- Assisted and observed in investigations with the Detectives Divisions (Robbery Unit, Homicide Unit, Burglary Unit, Special Victims Unit)
- Assisted and observed Birmingham Crime Scene Unit in their daily duties.
Child Care Coordinator
Legacy YMCA
Bessemer, AL
11.2015 - 12.2018
- Trained new employees on the rules and regulations of the Legacy YMCA and DHR.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Worked with special needs children and took lead in training and understanding how to properly care for their needs.
- Took reports, gathered information by interviewing children regarding alleged violations of YMCA Code of Conduct by other children.
- Built rapport with parents and community members.
- Helped organize and coordinate large events for the community.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
Education
APOSTC - Basic Police Academy
Alabama Criminal Justice Training Center
Selma, AL04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL12.2017
Skills
- Community Relations
- Service-Orientation
- Time Management
- Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
- Problem Solving
- Report Writing
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Protecting People and Property
- Decision Making
- Municipal Codes
- Search and Seizure Laws
- Police Patrol
Objective
Corporal/FTO at the Gardendale Police Department
Accomplishments
- Cullman Road I/O:20040154 - Commendation
- Took lead on evening shift patrol in dealing with issues surrounding the 4100 Block of High Gate Apartments which lead to numerous arrests and the eventual eviction of offenders in the neighborhood.
- Conducted numerous traffic stops which led to arrests and assisted in closing cases within the City of Gardendale.
- Built relationships and worked with Officers, Deputies, and Troopers from various agencies who have assisted Gardendale Police law enforcement efforts through tips, K-9 deployments, and back-up on various calls.
Timeline
Police Officer
Gardendale Police Department
12.2018 - Current
Reserve Police Officer
City Of Brighton
01.2018 - 10.2018
Police Department Intern
Birmingham Police Department
09.2017 - 11.2017
Child Care Coordinator
Legacy YMCA
11.2015 - 12.2018
APOSTC - Basic Police Academy
Alabama Criminal Justice Training Center
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Alabama At Birmingham
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