Assistant Human Resources

DWAYNE E. HICKMAN SR. **** Tradewinds Dr., Kissimmee, FL 34746

Home 407-***-**** - Cell 407-***-****

Email: ***********@*****.***

PARALEGAL/LEGAL ASSISTANT

OBJECTIVE:

I am ambitious to start a legal career with your organization where my positive attitude, professionalism, discipline, and exceptional attention to detail can be utilized. My passion for the law enables me to go beyond our client’s expectations to ensure satisfaction. I bear strong legal writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills, which include the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.

EDUCATION:

Executive Juris Doctor (EJD), Concord Law School, 3rd Year Student (Graduation Date June 25, 2016)

oThe EJD degree qualifies a graduate to function in any law-related position that does not require a JD or bar admission.

Masters of Arts in Legal Studies, American Military University, 3.86 GPA, with Honors, Inducted into the National Criminal Justice Honor Society (Alpha Phi Sigma)

Bachelors of Arts in Justice Administration, Hawaii Pacific University, 3.53 GPA, Cum Laude

Associates in Supervisory Leadership, Hawaii Pacific University, 3.77 GPA, Deans List

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Deputy Sheriff, Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, 2601 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL (Aug 2005-Present) (Reserve)

oSelected to work as a legal intern with the General Counsel to expand legal knowledge of concepts taught in law school.

oDeputy Sheriff sworn to enforce the laws of the United States including: Florida State Statutes, Osceola County Ordinances, and Traffic Laws.

oReport Writing of legal incidents, traffic accidents and any other required criminal involvement

oTestifies in Court relating to involvement in criminal cases

oIncreased the safety level of the South Sector of Osceola County through positive Community Policing.

Instructor/Supervisor, Technical Education Center of Osceola (“TECO”) Police Academy, 501 Simpson Rd., Kissimmee, FL (Oct 2010-Present) (Part-Time)

oTeaches and supervises approximately 30 cadets’ various aspects of law enforcement with emphasis on criminal law, achieving a 100% final pass rate on taught subjects.

oSelected to teach Criminal Law to enhance the law program at the academy.

oFacilitates lecture based instructions as prescribed by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission of Florida.

Senior Level Supervisor, United States Army, 2/87th TSB, Patrick Air Force Base, FL

oServed as an Instructor at the Non-Commissioned Officer Military Leadership Academy, Fort Campbell, K.Y.

Supervised and trained over 30 junior Non-Commissioned Officers per class, achieving a 98 % graduation rate.

oSelected as a Drill Sergeant by the Department of the Army

Successfully trained 60 trainees per class with a 95% graduation rate.

Supervised 2 additional drill sergeants who assisted with training.

KEY STRENGTHS:

Motivation to learn new and challenging concepts

Passionate and enthusiastic regarding the law and obtaining justice

Legal Professional Research Resource, Westlaw Next Certified

Legal Professional Research Resource, LexisNexis trained

Research, analytical, and critical thinking skills have a proven track record through legal training and application

Computer Skills to include: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Apple Software

High sense of professionalism and confidentiality

Typing Skills (60 wpm)

REFERENCES:

Mr. Ray Moultrie, 3952 Orchard Dr., Melbourne, FL 3290, 321-***-**** (Friend)

Sergeant Heath Yeager, 2601 E. Irlo Bronson Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34744, 407-***-**** (Community Service Sergeant, Osceola County Florida)

Mr. Guy Samuelson, 501 Simpson Rd. Kissimmee, FL 34744, 407-***-**** (Police Academy Supervisor)

Ms. Heather Gullstrand, 2270 Tradewinds Dr., Kissimmee, FL 34746, 407-***-**** (Educator at Florida Virtual School)

SUMMARY:

The Executive Juris Doctor (“EJD”) is not a Juris Doctor (“JD”), but is an innovative law degree offered by a law school. It requires 3 full academic years of legal studying. The EJD candidates takes the same classes as JD candidates. EJD candidates take classes alongside JD candidates. The grading system is the same system that applies to JD candidates. I am eagerly seeking a position where I can apply my education, skills, and training to enhance the efficiency and proficiency of your professional organization.

DWAYNE E. HICKMAN SR.

Email: ***********@*****.***

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