William Tanner LaForce
Friendsville,TN
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the Lenoir City Police Department, including two years on night shift and one year as a dedicated School Resource Officer. Specializing in hostage negotiation, community policing, and school safety, with a proven track record of excelling in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. Skilled in firearms proficiency, emergency management, and conflict resolution.
During night shift assignments, consistently demonstrated vigilance, adaptability, and sound judgment in unpredictable situations. As a School Resource Officer, built strong relationships with students and staff while leading safety initiatives and fostering a secure, positive educational atmosphere. Known for dependable performance, strategic thinking, and a consistent focus on achieving meaningful, real-world results in both field operations and community engagement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Enforcement Officer
Lenoir City Police Department
Lenoir City, TN
01.2022 - Current
- Strengthened relationships with other law enforcement agencies, resulting in seamless collaboration during joint operations or investigations.
- Effectively managed high-stress situations while ensuring the safety of individuals involved using de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Apprehended suspects by utilizing effective communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Promoted a positive image of law enforcement officers among youths by engaging them with educational programs on safety awareness at schools or community centers.
Correctional Officer
Loudon County Sheriff's Office
Loudon, TN
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
Delivery Driver
Fed Ex Ground
Knoxville, TN
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
Education
No Degree - Law Enforcement
04-2022
Health Sciences
05-2015
- [Number] GPA 3.0
Skills
- Hostage negotiation
- Community policing
- Self-defense techniques
- Crime prevention
- Firearms proficiency
- Investigative skills
- Self-defense training
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Fingerprinting
- Risk mitigation
- Emergency management
- Police reports
- Customer service
- Client relationship building
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- CIT- Crisis Intervention Team
- Child Passenger Safety
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Law Enforcement Officer - Lenoir City Police Department
01.2022 - Current
Correctional Officer - Loudon County Sheriff's Office
10.2019 - 01.2022
Delivery Driver - Fed Ex Ground
08.2019 - 10.2019
Blount County Training Academy - No Degree, Law Enforcement
Greenback High School - , Health Sciences