Zachary Swanson
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Patrol sergeant with extensive law enforcement experience and proven communication skills. Expertise in decision-making, de-escalation, and conflict resolution. Successfully managed patrol operations while enforcing state and departmental policies. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within teams to enhance community safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantryman
United States Army
Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
02.2023 - Current
- Supervised junior enlisted personnel, ensuring adherence to duties and responsibilities for mission readiness.
- Facilitated communication and provided mission oversight as RTO during field exercises, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Executed roles as Finance Representative, DTS Representative, and Schools Non-Commissioned Officer to streamline unit operations.
Patrol Sergeant
Titus County Sheriff's Office
Mt. Pleasant, Texas
02.2018 - 02.2023
- Supervised patrol activities to ensure enforcement of laws aligned with department policies and procedures, enhancing community safety.
- Coordinated joint investigations and operations with other law enforcement agencies through effective communication, improving collaborative efforts.
- Apprehended, arrested and detained criminal suspects and law violators.
- Updated departmental strategies and policies in response to changes in laws, ensuring compliance and operational effectiveness.
Peace Officer
City of Daingerfield
Daingerfield, Texas
04.2012 - 02.2018
- Enforced local laws and ordinances, enhancing public safety and order within the community.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and investigations, supporting legal proceedings and accountability.
- Assisted in crime prevention programs, fostering community engagement and safety awareness.
Signals Intelligence Analyst
US Army
Hunter Army Airfield, TX
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Analyzed intelligence data via enemy communications to support combat operations
- Deployed to Afghanistan as part of a task force in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
- Acted as Task Force Liaison forward to facilitate timely intelligence reporting to proper channels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paul Pewitt
Omaha, TX05-2007
Basic Peace Officer License - Law Enforcement
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, Texas, TXSkills
- Risk assessment and decision making
- Investigative procedures
- Attention to detail and report writing
- Leadership experience
- Conflict resolution and de-escalation
- Team collaboration
- Public safety enforcement
- Tactical operations
Accomplishments
Commendation for solving seven burglaries in one investigation and interrogation.
Timeline
Infantryman
United States Army
02.2023 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
Titus County Sheriff's Office
02.2018 - 02.2023
Peace Officer
City of Daingerfield
04.2012 - 02.2018
Signals Intelligence Analyst
US Army
08.2008 - 05.2013
High School Diploma -
Paul Pewitt
Basic Peace Officer License - Law Enforcement
Northeast Texas Community College