Overview
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Jeffrey Brewer

Hendersonville

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Crisis Negotiator

Hendersonville Police Dept
01.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders to resolve high-stress situations effectively.
  • Developed negotiation strategies that prioritized safety and de-escalation techniques.
  • Trained junior negotiators on active listening and conflict resolution methods.
  • Analyzed crisis scenarios to identify opportunities for process improvement in negotiations.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to coordinate response efforts during critical incidents.

Police Sergeant, Patrol

Hendersonville Police Dept
03.2017 - Current
  • Assisted in maintaining public safety and order during patrol shifts.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring timely intervention and support.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute effective traffic control measures.
  • Conducted routine inspections of vehicles and equipment for operational readiness.
  • Documented incidents accurately, providing detailed reports for follow-up investigations.
  • Engaged with community members to build trust and foster positive relationships.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of law enforcement protocols.
  • Enforced local laws and regulations to promote a safe environment for all citizens.
  • Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to remain current on law enforcement trends, tactics, and technologies.
  • Managed daily scheduling of patrol personnel, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours or special events.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of officers'' strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement to enhance overall team performance.
  • Led successful investigations, resulting in the apprehension of suspects and resolution of criminal cases.
  • Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
  • Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
  • Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
  • Developed comprehensive reports on patrol activities to provide transparency and inform future decision-making processes.
  • Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
  • Reduced crime rates within the community by implementing proactive policing strategies and fostering positive relationships with residents.
  • Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage or high demand to serve public in [Location].
  • Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
  • Assisted in developing departmental policies that supported fair treatment and equal opportunity for all employees.
  • Established a strong rapport with citizens by attending community meetings regularly to address concerns or answer questions about public safety issues.
  • Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
  • Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
  • Commanded on-scene tactical teams during critical incidents.
  • Deescalated potentially dangerous situations using crisis intervention techniques that protected both officers and civilians from harm.
  • Conducted investigations to identify suspicious activities, violations of policies and regulations and potential threats.
  • Effectively rolled out new systems for criminal prosecutorial case logs, crime reports, investigations, suspect records, and operational agendas, resulting in strengthened traceability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Bethel University
McKenzie
08-2012

Skills

  • Active learning
  • Open-mindedness
  • Information gathering
  • Judgment and decision making

Timeline

Crisis Negotiator

Hendersonville Police Dept
01.2025 - Current

Police Sergeant, Patrol

Hendersonville Police Dept
03.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Bethel University
Jeffrey Brewer