JOHN SIMMONS
Forsyth,Ga
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement professional with over 15 years of experience in investigations, actively pursuing opportunities in corporate security or investigative roles. Renowned for building compelling cases and maintaining a 100% trial win rate through meticulous attention to detail and unwavering follow-through. Proficient in conducting interviews, reviewing evidence, writing comprehensive reports, and managing cases from inception to resolution while navigating complex and sensitive situations with professionalism and integrity. A collaborative leader with a proven track record of effective collaboration across diverse units and agencies, committed to enhancing safety, preventing loss, and assisting organizations in identifying and mitigating risks.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lieutenant, Investigations Division
Jones County Sheriff's Office
Gray, GA
02.2026 - Current
- Promoted to lead the Investigations Division, overseeing investigators and managing complex criminal cases.
- Direct supervision of personnel, case review, warrant approvals, and unit operations.
Investigator, Investigations Division
Jones County Sheriff's Office
Gray, GA
11.2017 - 02.2026
- Focused on property crimes investigations including burglary, theft, fraud, and identity crimes.
- Averaged 35–50 arrest warrants annually; authored search warrants for residences, vehicles, phones, blood/DNA, social media platforms, and financial records.
- Written subpoenas and bank letters for fraud investigations.
- Testified in multiple felony trials — Murder, Child Molestation, Armed Robbery, Drug, and Property crimes — with a 100% trial conviction record. 95% of cases resolved via guilty plea due to overwhelming evidence.
Deputy Sheriff (Patrol)
Jones County Sheriff's Office
Gray, GA
07.2011 - 09.2017
- Patrol operations, emergency response, criminal interdiction, and community policing.
- Completed Basic Law Enforcement Academy (March–July 2011).
Corrections Officer
Jones County Sheriff's Office
Gray, GA
03.2010 - 07.2011
- Managed inmate population, security operations, and facility compliance.
Skills
- Emergency response operations
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Collaboration with outside agencies
- Analytical problem-solving
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Informed decision-making
INVESTIGATIVE TECHNOLOGY & SOFTWARE
- Accurint / LexisNexis – Subject background and location intelligence
- Flock Safety – License plate reader / vehicle tracking
- LEADS Online – Scrap and pawn database
- Facial Recognition Software – Social media platform identification
- Cellebrite / GrayKey – Mobile device data extraction
- E-Trace – ATF firearm tracing portal
- GCIC / NCIC – Georgia & National Crime Information Center (Certified Operator)
Annual continuing education
- De-escalation Techniques
- Legal Updates
- Use of Deadly Force
- Community Policing
- Human Trafficking & Commercial Exploitation
- Critical Task
- Ethics & Professionalism
- Gang Awareness
- Vehicle Pursuits
WEAPONS QUALIFICATIONS
- Sniper – Quarterly qualifications
- Primary Weapon – Annual average 298/300
- Shotgun – Annual qualification
- Patrol Rifle – Annual qualification
Certification
Investigative & Forensic
- National Forensic Academy – University of Tennessee
- Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
- READ Interviews & Interrogations
- Investigative Statement Analysis
- Project Life Saver Electronic Search Specialist
- Intoximeter Model 5000 Certification
Tactical & Use of Force
- Counter Sniper Levels 1 & 2
- SWAT Level 1
- Firearms Instructor | Glock Armorer
- Use of Force Instructor
- Active Shooter Instructor & Response Training
- Taser Instructor
- Distractionary Devices Instructor
- General Instructor Certification
Timeline
Lieutenant, Investigations Division
Jones County Sheriff's Office
02.2026 - Current
Investigator, Investigations Division
Jones County Sheriff's Office
11.2017 - 02.2026
Deputy Sheriff (Patrol)
Jones County Sheriff's Office
07.2011 - 09.2017
Corrections Officer
Jones County Sheriff's Office
03.2010 - 07.2011