Zachary L Dreher
Bessemer,AL
Summary
Experienced and community-focused law enforcement officer with a strong interest in school safety and youth engagement. Skilled in building trust with students, faculty, and parents, while maintaining a secure learning environment. Proven ability to respond calmly to emergencies, de-escalate conflicts, and serve as a positive role model. Committed to fostering a safe, supportive atmosphere through mentorship, education, and proactive policing.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
City of Mountain Brook
Mountain Brook, AL
10.2022 - Current
- Top 3 in DUI arrests in the last two years
- Honor Guard member
- Drone Team member
- Drug Recognition Expert
- Field Training Officer
Police Officer
City of Hueytown
Hueytown, AL
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Field Training Officer
- Evidence Technician and property room management
- Traffic Homicide Investigator
- Drug Recognition Expert
Deputy
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
Birmingham, AL
04.2014 - 10.2019
- Worked two years in the jail
- Rolled out to patrol in the Bessemer division
- Awarded two commendations
Military Police
United States Army National Guard
02.2009 - 10.2015
- Honorable Discharge
- Certified to operate multiple vehicles, including MRAP
- Qualified expert on both the AR and M9 Beretta weapon systems
- Valuable experience working with local PD, EMS, and Federal agencies during storm duty
Education
Associates - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL11-2024
Skills
- Drug Recognition Expert
- SFST Instructor
- Field Training Officer
- Traffic Homicide Investigator
- Evidence Technician
- Honor Guard
- Drone Team
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Mountain Brook
10.2022 - Current
Police Officer
City of Hueytown
10.2019 - 10.2022
Deputy
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
04.2014 - 10.2019
Military Police
United States Army National Guard
02.2009 - 10.2015
Associates - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
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