Mercedez Latrice Allen-Sears

Dedicated and experienced law enforcement professional seeking a position as a Crisis Negotiator. Skilled in de-escalation techniques, conflict resolution, and building rapport in high-pressure situations. Committed to leveraging exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence to mediate crises and ensure safe outcomes for all parties involved. Exhibits excellent interpersonal, decision making and critical thinking skills, am a dedicated worker with a sense of purpose, a quick learner, and possess the requisite skillset to work well independently and as a member of a team.

• DCJS Certified Law Enforcement Officer
• Crisis Intervention Team Certification
• Hostage Negotiations Training
• Understanding Hostage Incidents Training
• Gang Specialist Investigator Certification
• Advanced Gang Training Certification
• Virginia Rules Instructor
• Basic Life Saving Certification
• Active Shooter Training
• Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense
• Drug Identification and Recognition (Stimulants) Training
• Social Media & Open-Source Investigations Training
• Multi-State Privilege Licensed Practical Nurse