Background Investigator Deputy Sheriff

Arthur J Wallace Jr

*** ****** ******* **** · Monroe, NC 28112 · 704-***-****

*************@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

Achievement oriented 13-year Veteran with a Law Enforcement Service background. I have over 16 years of Public Service ranging from Resource Officer in the School System to enforcing County Laws. Proven leader with great and detail-oriented observation skills. Goal-oriented with calm and focused demeanor in stressful situations. Aiming to fulfill a role in which integrity and resourcefulness will be aptly utilized to solve crimes and provide continuous safety to an organization.

SKILLS

Safety and Security Emergency Management Background Investigation

Prevention of Criminal Activity Relationship Building Surveillance

File and Records Management Emergency Response Staff Management

WORK EXPERIENCE

Union County Sheriff’s Office - Monroe, North Carolina – School Resource Officer

Aug 2018 - Current

Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports

Collaborated with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans

Conducted regular campus security patrols and handled incidents promptly to maintain overall safety for staff, students and visitors

Supervised other campus security personnel and provided procedural and situational guidance

Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers, and administration

Documented safety and security incidents using preset guidelines and methods

Conducted school security inspections

Oct 2014 - Aug 2018 Detective

Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss

Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices

Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants

Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards

Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence

Followed constitutional standards to property obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches

Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes

Jun 2009 - Oct 2014 School Resource Officer

Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports

Collaborated with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans

Conducted regular campus security patrols and handled incidents promptly to maintain overall safety for staff, students, and visitors

Supervised other campus security personnel and provided procedural and situational guidance

Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers, and administration

Documented safety and security incidents using preset guidelines and methods

Conducted school security inspections

May 2008 - Jun 2009 Patrol Officer

Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues

Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statement

Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions

Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity

Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings, and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions

Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area

Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety

Jan 2008 - May 2008 Union County Court Officer

Maintained courtroom facilities, evidence, and calendars

Screened, controlled, and handled evidence and exhibits during court proceedings

Escorted jurors, visitors, and prisoners in courtroom and in hidden areas

Maintained order in courtroom during trial and guarded jury from outside contact

Screened persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized firearms and other contraband

Called court to order and announced judge’s entrances

Patrolled court building, State grounds and checked visitors and packages at entrances

Jan 2006 - Jan 2008 Jail Detention Officer

Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility

Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures

Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints

Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety

Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners

Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances

Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force

Jan 1992 - Jan 2005 United States Marine Corps – Administrator Officer

Managed incoming correspondence to enhance Marine Personnel Performance and reduce time spent on processing and responding

Created and updated Military records and files to maintain document compliance

Identified communication channels to set roadmap to distribute Unit information

Conducted research to assist with routine tasks and special projects

Monitored and managed expenses with allotted budgets and reviewed and approved expense reports

Worked on behalf of the Commanding Officer to complete project requirements according to schedules and within budgetary limitations

Delivered top-notch administrative support to Military staff, promoting excellence in officer operations

EDUCATION

Columbia College, Columbia, SC

Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice, 3.2 GPA, December 2022

Stanly Community College, Albemarle, NC

Interview and Interrogation Certification, April 2022 Background Investigator Certification, January 2022

South Piedmont Community College, Polkton, NC General Instructors School, December 2019 Criminal Justice, July 2007

Law Enforcement Training, Union County, NC, August 2006

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Crime Stoppers Officer of the Year 2021

Union County Employee Officer Caught in the Act Award 2020

Union County Life Saving Award 2020

School Resource Officer of the Year 2018

Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate – Sheriffs Training and Criminal Justice Standards 2017

Intermediate Law Enforcement Certificate – Sheriffs Training and Criminal Justice Standards 2015

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