Timothy C. Coss
Ripley
Summary
My name is Timothy C. Coss, and I'm a 26 year-old State Trooper from West Tennessee. I have 4 years of law enforcement experience with the Tennessee Highway Patrol, approaching 5 years total in June of 2026. Additionally, I've achieved an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice from Dyersburg State Community College while working full-time at Komatsu America Corp. I'm a current student at Liberty University and will have achieved my Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice: Homeland Security following the conclusion of the Fall 2026 Semester. Being a full-time college student, while managing the responsibilities the State of Tennessee has granted me, highlights my ability to multitask and delegate under stress. As a trooper, I'm responsible for conducting criminal investigations and being proactive in creating my own cases to recommend for prosecution. All of the prior information highlights, what I believe, to be my greatest strength - my work ethic and dependability. My work ethic within the Tennessee Highway Patrol has granted me several opportunities to improve myself, my ability to serve the public, and to be a resource for my peers. As a non-senior trooper, I've applied for and been granted more voluntary trainings and certifications than the majority of my co-workers who have served for 10+ years. I was granted the role of Field Training Officer (FTO) after only 2 years of service. I'm certified as a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), RADAR Instructor, Less Lethal Munitions Grenadier, Advanced Crash Investigator, and more.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TN State Trooper
Tennessee Highway Patrol
Memphis, TN
06.2021 - Current
- Memphis District 4 (Shelby, Lauderdale, Crockett, Tipton, Haywood, Fayette, and Hardeman County.)
- Patrol our state to ensure it is a safe, secure place in which to live, work and travel.
- Enforce the law with integrity and provide customer-focused services professionally and efficiently.
- Respond to calls for assistance and provide aid to victims and complainants.
- Criminal investigations/interdiction, court room testimonies, and grand jury indictment presentations.
- Investigate motor vehicle accidents involving property damage, personal injury, and fatalities.
- Created detailed reports for each investigation including evidence collection and witness statements.
- Assisted federal agencies with large scale operations involving multiple jurisdictions.
Material Handler
Komatsu America Corp.
Ripley, TN
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Verified incoming shipments against bills of lading and inventory records to maintain accurate stock control.
- Assisted team members in meeting production and shipping deadlines in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Operated forklifts and heavy equipment to safely transport materials throughout the warehouse and loading areas.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Criminal Justice
Dyersburg State Community College
Dyersburg, TN, US12-2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice: Homeland Security
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2026
Skills
- Leads by Example
- Criminal and Traffic Investigations
- High-Stress Decision Making
- Evidence Handling and Collection
- Detailed Report Writing and Case File Composition
- General Sessions and Circuit Court Testimonies / Grand Jury Indictment Presentations
- Conflict De-Escalation
Certification
- RADAR Instructor, 2025-08
- POST Certified Specialized Instructor, 2025-07
- Drug Recognition Expert, 2024-06
- Advanced Traffic Crash Investigation, 2024-04
- Less Lethal Munitions Handler and Grenadier, 2023-11
- Mobile Field Force Training, 2023-08
- Field Training Officer, 2023-03
- Child Restraining Device Technician, 2022-09
- North American Standard FMCSA Level 1 CMV Inspector, 2022-01
- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement, 2021-12
- North American Standard FMCSA Level 3 CMV Inspector, 2021-12
- Tennessee Highway Patrol Basic Training Academy Class #1021
Timeline
TN State Trooper
Tennessee Highway Patrol
06.2021 - Current
Material Handler
Komatsu America Corp.
05.2019 - 05.2021
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Criminal Justice
Dyersburg State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice: Homeland Security
Liberty University