Trent Parks
Jackson
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with a proven track record at Jackson Police Department, adept in conflict de-escalation and community engagement. Excelled in developing crime prevention strategies, enhancing public safety, and mentoring junior officers. Skilled in report writing and emergency response, demonstrating integrity and a commitment to excellence. Strong interpersonal skills and dedication to maintaining public safety, with readiness to learn and grow in law enforcement environment. Brings solid understanding of community relations and critical thinking, along with ability to handle high-pressure situations. Ready to use and develop conflict resolution and effective communication skills. Understand the importance of teamwork and work very well with others. Always open to constructive criticism.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Jackson Police Department
10.2022 - Current
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter criminal activity and ensure public safety.
- Mentored junior officers to enhance skills and promote professional growth within the department.
- Participated in ongoing training programs, staying updated on laws and law enforcement techniques.
- Developed crime prevention strategies with community input to reduce local crime rates.
- Prepared detailed reports by documenting incidents and observations during patrols.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Detention Deputy
Madison County Sheriff Department
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Mitigated potential conflicts among detainees through proactive intervention techniques, de-escalating tense situations before they escalated further.
- Assisted with training new deputies on facility policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistent performance across the team.
- Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through consistent enforcement of facility rules and regulations.
- Expedited intake processes while maintaining accuracy, ensuring timely placement of new detainees into appropriate housing units.
- Collaborated with fellow deputies to develop and implement effective safety protocols, minimizing incidents within the facility.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing detailed briefings for incoming staff members, ensuring seamless continuity of care for inmates.
- Contributed to the efficient operation of the detention center through accurate recordkeeping, including incident reports, daily logs, and inmate files.
- Enhanced inmate security by conducting thorough cell inspections and monitoring daily activities.
- Provided compassionate care for inmates during medical emergencies, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure proper treatment was administered promptly.
- Reduced contraband introduction into the facility by conducting thorough searches of incoming individuals and packages.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
Plumbing Technician
Roto-Rooter
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
- Performed routine maintenance of plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Installed, repaired and maintained water, gas and sewer systems.
- Maximized equipment lifespan through proper installation techniques, ensuring long-lasting functionality for clients'' investment.
- Minimized property damage during repair work by employing best practices in water mitigation techniques.
- Streamlined project completion by effectively coordinating with team members, suppliers, and clients.
- Worked non-standard and on-call hours and weekends on rotational basis and patiently focused on customer needs.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving plumbing issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA05-2017
Skills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-escalation techniques
- Community engagement
- Criminal investigations
- Planning and coordination
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Officer training
- Self-defense techniques
- Patrol
- Firearms proficiency
- Weapons safety
- Patrol procedures
- Advanced lethal weapons training
- Traffic laws
- Tactical driving
- Criminal law
- Physical fitness
- Police reports
Certification
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Certificate – International Critical Incident Stress Foundation.
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Certification - Various State Law Enforcement Agencies.
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification - State POST Boards.
- Taser/ Conducted Energy Weapons Certification- Jackson Police Department and Madison County Sheriffs Department
Timeline
Police Officer
Jackson Police Department
10.2022 - Current
Detention Deputy
Madison County Sheriff Department
02.2022 - 10.2022
Plumbing Technician
Roto-Rooter
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Certificate – International Critical Incident Stress Foundation.
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Certification - Various State Law Enforcement Agencies.
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification - State POST Boards.
- Taser/ Conducted Energy Weapons Certification- Jackson Police Department and Madison County Sheriffs Department
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
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