6+ years of Law Enforcement experience with enforcing federal, state, and city codes according to departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Criminal Investigation experience but with a community engagement focus and mindset, with a commitment to public safety. Extensive experience working with an array of socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. Involved in hundreds of narcotic/general criminal investigations. Experience with Juvenile criminal investigations as well as juvenile community outreach. Experience with gang investigations, gang intervention, and prevention. Excellent problem-solving capabilities. Swat operator with supplemental firearms training and tactical experience. Multiple DCJS Instructor certifications. Skilled at investigating crimes and developing cases. Eager to apply abilities to a dynamic new position.
Work History
Community Response Team, Gang Prevention Officer
2 Years 10 Months
Roanoke City Police Department | 11.2023 - Current
Identify and intervene gang impacted young people and refer them to appropriate services for resources.
Work gang-related investigations.
Investigate firearm-related juvenile offenses.
Manage crises and provide service intervention as needed.
Prepare and provide public presentations to inform and engage community providers about appropriate responses to youth gang behaviors
Facilitate youth engagement and self-determination
Maintain documentation in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner in accordance with agency guidelines
Provide staff support and mentoring to Gang Outreach program participants
Community Response Team, Police Officer
3 Years 6 Months
Roanoke City Police Department | 03.2023 - Current
Community engagement and outreach
Ability to assess and develop case plans for community needs.
Conducted interviews of adult/juvenile gang members
Assists in the design, development and delivery of gang intervention and prevention training
Display effective oral and written communication techniques.
Proficient report writing.
Identify community resources and service agencies to support community needs.
Facilitates the delivery of gang program training to local community meetings
Conducted gang intervention and prevention with juveniles
Worked gang-related investigations
Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
Reviewed detective case reports for accuracy, integrity and completeness.
Thoroughly investigated criminal acts and conspiracies.
Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and assist undercover investigations.
SWAT Operator, Tactical Response Team
4 Years 6 Months
Roanoke City Police Department | 03.2022 - Current
High-Risk Search & Seizure Warrant Service
Promoted teamwork and a culture of mutual accomplishment.
Proficient in working in a group as a team to get the job done.
Barricaded Subject Resolution
Vehicular Assaults & Interdiction
Monthly tactical training involving building clearing, weapons training, less lethal chemical deployment, and working as a team in high-stress situations.
Patrol, Police Officer
9 Years 9 Months
Roanoke City Police Department | 12.2016 - Current
Experience of the criminal justice system including court proceedings and court testimony
Worked in high crime neighborhoods conducting general police duties, answering calls, and investigating crime.
Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as a witness under oath in many different facets of the justice system.
Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, guidelines, and procedures within a law enforcement setting.
Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens and co-workers.
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Interviewing, counseling, and relationship building.
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