Bradley Watkins
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Seasoned, hardworking attentive and motivated Police Officer with over 6 years of advancement and experience looking to showcase excellent communication and problem solving skills. Proactive Training Officer with extensive experience in mentoring new officers and facilitating effective communication. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing training plans, and collaborating on emergency response initiatives. Bringing integrity, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving abilities to ensure public safety and successful career advancement for trainees.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Training Officer
Fulton County Schools Police Department
08.2020 - Current
- Served as positive role model for new officers, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to public service at all times.
- Facilitated effective communication between trainees and senior staff for increased collaboration and teamwork in field.
- Conducted regular assessments to gauge trainee competence in critical skills, adjusting training plans as needed to address gaps in knowledge or ability.
- Mentored 30 officers throughout their probationary period, offering guidance on best practices for successful career advancement within department.
- Mentored 1,000s of youth through diversion programs aimed at reducing truancy rates and preventing juvenile delinquency behaviors among students.
- Collaborated with school administrators to develop and implement comprehensive emergency response plans.
- Conducted investigations into potential threats or incidents, maintaining detailed documentation for each case.
- Trained faculty members in conflict resolution techniques to foster safe learning environment for all students.
- Provided security at extracurricular events, ensuring safe environment for students, staff, and visitors alike.
- Educated 1000,s of students on personal safety measures through presentations and interactive workshops.
- Responded quickly to various emergencies or disruptions, effectively deescalating situations as needed.
- Provided security and safety to school staff and students.
- Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
Police Officer
Atlanta Police Department
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered over 200 emergency calls a month for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Winston Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC06.2016
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Incident Reports
- Integrity
- Weapons-Handling
- Teamwork
- Multi-Tasking
- Responsibility
- Assertive
- Good Judgement
Certification
- FTO - Certified Field Training Officer
- Patrol Rifle Certified
- Gang Awareness Certified
- First Aid & CPR
Timeline
Field Training Officer
Fulton County Schools Police Department
08.2020 - Current
Police Officer
Atlanta Police Department
03.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Education
Winston Salem State University
- FTO - Certified Field Training Officer
- Patrol Rifle Certified
- Gang Awareness Certified
- First Aid & CPR
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