Wesley Baker
Savannah Police Department
Richmond Hill,GA
13
years of professional experience
- Former Non-Commissioned Officer in the United States Army
- Hard charging team member, completely dedicated to the mission.
- Passionate about Selfless Service, human interaction, and helping others in need.
- Dedicated to the health and welfare of people under my care and supervision.
- Constantly striving to make my organization a better place for everyone involved.
Work History
Police Officer
4 Years 2 Months- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
- Conducted investigative stops, leading to multiple felonious warrant apprehensions, stolen vehicles, firearms, narcotics and more.
- Conducted surveillance and reconnaissance on known drug houses, and conducted stops on vehicles and persons leaving said houses, resulting in effective intelligence gathering and crime reduction.
- Assisted various specialized units such as the Community Response Team and the Strategic Investigations Unit in conducting investigations.
SWAT Operator
2 Years 4 Months- Increased successful mission outcomes through meticulous planning and execution of high-risk operations.
- Assisted in multiple high-risk warrant services, resulting in the safe apprehension of subjects deemed highly dangerous.
- Served in various positions on the SWAT Team, such as Shield operator, Lethal coverage, and "Hands" operator.
- Successfully became a SWAT Operator with less than (1) year of service as a Patrol Officer.
- Completed Savannah Police Department's 100 hour SWAT School, where I achieved "Top Shot" competing against multiple local and federal officers assigned to tactical Law Enforcement Teams.
- Worked with USSS CAT while providing security for President Donald Trump, former Vice President Kamala Harris, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
Violent Crimes Taskforce
9 Months- Assisted USMS, FBI, ATF and USSS to apprehend the areas most violent fugitives.
- Executed search and arrest warrants and assisted with high-risk operations.
- Conducted surveillance, suspect interviews, evidence collection, and investigative follow-up.
- Worked collaboratively with patrol, CID, and outside agencies to reduce violent crime.
Section Leader
2 Years 6 Months- Served as a Section Leader and M2A2 Bradley Commander in 3/67 AR, 2ABCT, 3ID with a worldwide contingency mission, capable of worldwide deployment within 36 hours.
- Responsible for the supervision, advisement, training, morale, discipline, health, safety, welfare, and professional development of 5 Soldiers.
- Accountable for the maintenance and combat readiness of two M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicles, and all associated equipment valued at over $4,000,000.
Company HAZMAT Representative
2 Years- Responsible for the transportation of Hazardous Materials.
- Inspected all shipping documents and safety placards, ensuring that documents and labeling are in accordance with US Law and the 49 CFR.
Bradley Gunner
10 Months- Responsible for the maintenance of 1 M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle worth more than $2,000,000.
- Mastered implementation of all weapon systems associated with the Bradley, to include the 25mm cannon, M240 machine gun, and the TOW missile launcher.
- Trained other Bradley Gunners, ensuring their success and lethality on the Bradley.
Machine Gun Team Leader
7 Months- Trained subordinates and peers on the implementation of the M240 Machine Gun and other Infantry Tactics.
- Directly in charge of 3 other Soldiers, ensuring their health and welfare, morale, discipline, and physical fitness.
- Led my team during multiple training exercises, and was recognized for lethality by the Commander.
Team Leader
9 Months- Served as a Team Leader in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel in Kunduz Province, Afghanistan from September 2017 to June 2018.
- Adapted quickly to the responsibilities of working with US Special Forces and Afghan partnered forces.
- Provided PSD missions and Guardian Angel support during multiple Key Leader Engagements.
- Directly contributed and assisted US and Afghan Forces during multiple clearance operations, resulting in the destruction and removal of numerous Taliban fighters.
- Responsible for securing Helicopter Landing Zones for weekly re-supply runs, ensuring that all personnel remained safe while on the landing zone.
- Ensured the safety, morale, and well being of 3 Soldiers under my command during multiple combat operations and Guardian Angel missions for 9 months.
Automatic Rifleman
1 Year- Provided current weapons systems training to incoming soldiers to maintain combat readiness.
- Mastered the employment of the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon.
- Successfully executed multiple training operations.
Warehouse Worker
2 Years 4 Months- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
Education
Skills
Operational logistics
Leadership
Maintaining equipment
Assessing risks
Training expertise
Managing PPE
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Dependable and Responsible
Identifying hazards
Attention to Detail
Decision Making
Highly skilled investigator
Awards and Decorations
- Army Commendation Medal with "C" Device for combat
- Army Achievement Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Medal
- Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon
- Army Service Ribbon
- Overseas Service Ribbon
- NATO Medal
- Combat Infantryman Badge
Timeline
Violent Crimes Taskforce
Savannah Police Department
03.2025 - 12.2025Read More
SWAT Operator
Savannah Police Department
11.2023 - 03.2026Read More
Police Officer
Savannah Police Department
06.2022 - CurrentRead More
Company HAZMAT Representative
US Army
01.2020 - 01.2022Read More
Section Leader
US Army
11.2019 - 05.2022Read More
Bradley Gunner
US Army
01.2019 - 11.2019Read More
Machine Gun Team Leader
US Army
06.2018 - 01.2019Read More
Team Leader
US Army
09.2017 - 06.2018Read More
Automatic Rifleman
US Army
09.2016 - 09.2017Read More
Warehouse Worker
L&M Produce
01.2014 - 05.2016Read More
Basic Leader's Course
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Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials
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Savannah Police Patrol School
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Crisis Intervention Team
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SWAT School
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First Responder Medical Course
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Georgia Public Safety Training Center (POST)
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