Wes L. Brough Jr
Osteen
Summary
Professional with comprehensive experience in law enforcement, ready to excel in this role. Skilled in public safety, conflict resolution, and criminal investigations, consistently achieving results through effective teamwork and adaptability. Strong communicator and problem solver with focus on maintaining community trust and ensuring justice. Recognized for reliability and flexibility in meeting ever-changing demands.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff (Crime Supression Team)
Volusia County Sheriffs Office
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted proactive law enforcement activities daily in order to deter crime, apprehend wanted fugitives, and seize illicit narcotics
- Collaborated with detectives on narcotic cases, providing intelligence and support
- Engaged with community members to foster trust and gather information on criminal activity
- Worked in an undercover capacity during retail theft operations, vehicle theft operations, and bicycle theft operations
- Collaborated with narcotic detectives for security, rescue operations, buy walks, buy busts, takedowns, residential/vehicle search warrants, walled-off traffic stops, subject stops, prostitution operations, gambling operations, tobacco and alcohol operations, and wire cases
- Conducted residential search warrants, take-downs, and chatter operations for the Child Exploitation Unit
Deputy Sheriff
Volusia County Sheriffs Office
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Utilized local and state law to effectively apprehend criminals in the Volusia County area
- Conducted traffic stops leading to narcotics seizures
- Built positive relationships with residents to enhance public safety and gather intelligence
- Demonstrated leadership skills and de-escalation techniques to better resolve confrontations
- Developed basic skills and knowledge needed to effectively succeed at the patrol level
Non Core Teacher
Pine Ridge High School
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Monitored student progress to adapt instruction and address individual challenges.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities into curriculum.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by implementing inclusive classroom practices.
- Established strong relationships with families to support student success.
Airborne Cavalry Scout
U.S Army
07.2013 - 09.2018
- Directed platoon tactical movements, platoon security operations and platoon route and zone reconnaissance.
- Led a team responsible for securing key terrain features during offensive operations, contributing to overall mission success.
- Participated in joint exercises with foreign military forces, promoting interoperability and strengthening international partnerships.
- Led a team to a successful combat deployment in Iraq in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
01.2025
Law Enforcement Certification - Basic Law Enforcement Academy
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL01.2020
Skills
- Criminal Investigations
- Narcotics Identification and Interdiction
- Surveillance and Undercover Operations
- Search Warrant Execution
- Report Writing and Courtroom Testimony
- Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Knowledge of Local, State, and Federal Drug Laws
- Tactical knowledge and abilities
- Fugitive Apprehension
Certification
- Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
- Completing the Traffic Stop (Drug Interdiction)
- Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT)
- Tactical Vehicle Operations Certification
- Police Mountain Bike
- Speed Measurements
- Crisis Intervention Training
Affiliations
- Volusia Sheriff’s Office
- SWAT Team (Probationary)
Deputy of the year 2024
Deputy of the year for 2024 for my actions in saving a 5 year old autistic child from drowning in a lake.
Timeline
Non Core Teacher
Pine Ridge High School
01.2023 - 11.2023
Deputy Sheriff (Crime Supression Team)
Volusia County Sheriffs Office
08.2021 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Volusia County Sheriffs Office
01.2020 - 12.2023
Airborne Cavalry Scout
U.S Army
07.2013 - 09.2018
- Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
- Completing the Traffic Stop (Drug Interdiction)
- Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT)
- Tactical Vehicle Operations Certification
- Police Mountain Bike
- Speed Measurements
- Crisis Intervention Training
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
Law Enforcement Certification - Basic Law Enforcement Academy
Daytona State College
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