Walter Peterson
Plymouth,United States
Summary
I am a focused law enforcement professional offering a proven history in fostering public safety and awareness through consistent patrol efforts, effective communication, and a proven ability to make critical decisions. I am a retired patrolman currently seeking to continue a career in law enforcement and/or public safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrolman
Plymouth Police Department
Plymouth, MA
05.2015 - Current
- Processed suspects at the station including booking, fingerprinting and photographing.
- Monitored assigned areas to detect suspicious activity or criminal behavior.
- Verified alarm activations by conducting thorough building checks.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing duties.
- Transported prisoners between jails, courts or other locations as needed.
- Displayed professional conduct both on duty and off duty in public settings.
- Interacted with citizens, providing information regarding laws and regulations.
- Patrolled neighborhoods on foot or in a patrol car while observing all activities.
- Performed searches of buildings, vehicles and individuals when warranted by law.
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations and warnings for violations of the law.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents, arrests and investigations.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance as needed.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Provided first aid and emergency assistance when necessary, prioritizing public safety.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and foster a safe environment.
Correctional Officer
Massachusetts Department Of Correction
Milford, MA
09.2006 - 05.2015
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Law Enforcement
- Integrity and Honesty
- Crime Prevention
- Public Safety
- Reliability
- Decision-Making
- Perimeter monitoring
- Public event security
- Public disturbance resolution
- Professional Demeanor
- Relationship Building
- Traffic and Motorists Monitoring
Timeline
Patrolman
Plymouth Police Department
05.2015 - Current
Correctional Officer
Massachusetts Department Of Correction
09.2006 - 05.2015
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