Zachary Jordan
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Experienced criminal investigator with accomplished law enforcement career focused on investigating an extensive array of cases. Employing a unique blend of military, professional, educational, and personal experience, Zachary has risen rapidly through the ranks in every position occupied. Industrious and adept in acquiring new skills, excels at implementing unique solutions and improving the effectiveness wherever placed.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Criminal Detective
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained and documented extensive case load while simultaneously developing leads and resolutions in multiple active cases.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Identified witnesses and suspects, conducting extensive interviews to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
Combat Arms Instructor
United States Air Force Reserve
01.2022 - Current
- Develop lesson plans and instruct military members on proper usage of firearms in a classroom setting.
- Guide students through practical hands-on instruction, ensuring their safety and comprehension of principles taught in the classroom portion
- Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Remain updated with frequent developments in subject area curriculum, technical, and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
- Conduct additional one-on-one training with students struggling to grasp principles of instruction or proper application of utilizing firearms.
- Conduct frequent audits and inspections to ensure accountability and serviceability of all equipment and ammunition.
Patrol Deputy
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Patrolled assigned district in Caddo Parish, LA deterring and responding to criminal activity.
- Developed professional and diplomatic solutions to emotionally-charged interpersonal situations.
- Applied accurate and decisive action to rapidly-evolving situations and efficiently documented the results for legal purposes.
- Served warrants, summonses, subpoenas and other official papers.
- Gathered physical evidence, preserving it for court and legal purposes.
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force Reserve
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Trained extensively to conduct Air Base Defense for controlled and restricted areas.
- Assisted active duty Security Forces members in conducting entry-controller duties for Barksdale AFB, ensuring safety and security of base personnel.
- Traveled to other USAF Reserve base locations to assist in on-site security during major events.
- Conducted voluntary off-site training in supervision of 12+ military members in high-risk field scenarios.
- Shaped "Newcomers" program to seamlessly integrate new military members administratively into the unit.
SWAT Operator
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Responded instantly to high-stress scenarios (hostage situations, barricaded suspects, high risk warrants, etc.)
- Maintained a high level of training and discipline, as well as over $5k in specialized equipment
- Trained to communicate and organize effectively within a team environment
- Remained attentive to latest trends and tactics in effective policing
Emergency Response Team Member
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Responsible for external security and internal safety of Caddo Correctional Center
- Responded rapidly to emergency situations (fights, medical incidents, riots, etc.), each requiring their own specialized response
- Maintained extensive training to de-escalate and resolve conflict to prevent undue risk and injury
- Accountable for safety, transportation and organization of incarcerated persons within the facility
Financial Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Trained extensively to oversee travel pay for USAF members
- Provided travel pay seminars for incoming military members, ensuring timely receipt of per diem and other entitlements
- Accomplished efficient customer service for traveling military members, utilizing both paper travel documents and the online Defense Travel System (DTS).
- Provided in-house DTS training and oversight for 80+ Security Forces members.
- Maintained necessary certifications and continuing education while fulfilling required and additional duties within the scope of my position.
Corrections Deputy
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Tasked with care, custody, and control of over 175 state and federal inmates at a time.
- Searched for contraband, weapons and drugs.
- Inspected facilities and living quarters to verify each met state and federal standards.
- Enforced rules and kept order in assigned unit while maintaining both electronic and written logs of activity within the unit.
- Professionally de-escalated conflicts and resolved issues before they developed into problems threatening safety and security of those incarcerated.
Shift Lead Manager
Dollar General
09.2015 - 08.2017
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
- Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
- Frequently entrusted with large amounts of money both within the store and in making deposits on behalf of the company.
- Checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
- Oversaw regular shipments of goods to the store.
- Diplomatically addressed customer complaints and conflicts between staff and consumers.
- Traveled to other locations within the region to assist other stores in correcting warehouse organization policies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Panola College
Carthage, TX12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biblical Counseling
Arlington Baptist College
Arlington, TX05.2015
Skills
- Supervising Investigations
- Report Preparation
- Organizing And Managing Case Load
- Self-Directed Management
- Classroom And Technical Instruction
- Court Presentation And Testimony
Timeline
Criminal Detective
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
11.2022 - Current
Combat Arms Instructor
United States Air Force Reserve
01.2022 - Current
Patrol Deputy
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
01.2020 - 11.2022
Security Forces Member
United States Air Force Reserve
01.2020 - 01.2022
Emergency Response Team Member
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
06.2019 - 01.2020
SWAT Operator
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
08.2018 - 11.2020
Corrections Deputy
Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
08.2017 - 06.2019
Financial Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
02.2017 - 01.2020
Shift Lead Manager
Dollar General
09.2015 - 08.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Panola College
Bachelor of Science - Biblical Counseling
Arlington Baptist College
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