Joshua Burchfield
Chatsworth,GA
Summary
Dedicated Law Enforcement professional with diverse experience and knowledge in K9 unit operations and narcotics investigations. Holds both Bachelor's and Master's degrees, focused on varying levels of investigative procedures and techniques across both local and federal levels of government. Expertise in training and managing K9 units to ensure optimal performance in investigative and critical situations, leading to numerous successful narcotics arrests and asset seizures. Over 7 years of service in the US Army, including two tours in Afghanistan, which demonstrates a strong commitment to operational success. Highly motivated, self-driven, and an effective communicator, who prioritizes attention to detail and continued growth in Law Enforcement.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
K9 Officer
Murray County Sheriff's Office
Chatsworth, GA
2023 - Current
- Assumed all responsibilities and safety measures of utilizing a dual-purpose K9 during daily patrol duties.
- Maintained accurate records of K9 training sessions and operational deployments.
- Maintained 16+ training hours per month in narcotics detection, suspect apprehension, suspect tracking and evidence article searches.
- Self-improved in the application of indiction techniques, case law involving K9, search and seizure, traffic stops, and residential searches.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies, strengthening interagency cooperation and resource-sharing during investigations.
- Deployed K9 in critical incidents involving threats to public safety, mitigating risks with swift action alongside the K9 partner.
- Conducted K9 narcotics detection operations, contributing to a reduction in drug-related crimes and criminal activity in targeted areas.
- Assisted Criminal Investigations Division in narcotics investigations, including traffic stops and searches of residential properties, utilizing a K9 partner.
- Assisted various agencies in the identification and apprehension of suspects, and narcotics detection through K9 support.
- Maintain K9 wellness daily, including routine health care and veterinary visits.
Deputy Sheriff
Murray County Sheriff's Office
Chatsworth, GA
03.2021 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted investigations, gathering evidence to support criminal cases.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate reports and records, aiding in the proper documentation of cases for judicial proceedings.
- Assisted in the training of new deputies, sharing knowledge and experiences to help them excel in their roles.
- Testified effectively in court, presenting clear evidence that contributed to successful case outcomes.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence to support criminal cases.
Protective Security Services/Emergency Response Team
GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES
Kabul, Afghanistan
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Assigned as Protective Security Specialist (PSS)/Emergency Response Team (ERT) member at the US Embassy.
- Maintain reactive security posture in case of possible security threats and respond accordingly dependent on situation and current force protection condition status.
- Demonstrate proficiency with all equipment including radio communications and personal equipment assigned to perform job duties.
- Maintain weapons qualifications for multiple weapons including the Glock, M4, 870 Shotgun, M240, M249, M203, and familiarization fire for the AK47.
- Serve as PSS/ERT crew member on Bearcat, Bear, and International MaxxPro MRAP and ensure that daily maintenance and inventory is performed.
- Reporting to Shift Lead, performed daily security functions as dictated by the daily post and detail orders.
- Maneuvered the lead, client, or follow vehicle, or served as the Response Agent during operations or advanced security preparations.
- Throughout the Principal's walking movements, tasked with maintaining protective formation; provided security at the Principal's residence or at the Command Post as required.
- 72+ hours weekly
Juvenile Probation Officer
DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE
Chatsworth, Georgia
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Supervised and counseled juvenile probationers and their parents to modify and eliminate behavioral problems and reduce recidivism.
- Supervised a caseload of 50-70 juvenile delinquents through monitoring, modeling, and mentoring.
- Formulated rehabilitation plans and developed and prepared informational packets on each offender for social agencies, assistance organizations and program.
- Consulted with attorneys, judges, and institutional personnel, in order to conduct pre-hearing, pre-sentencing investigations.
- Referred probationers to community social resources for assistance.
- Conducted in-office meetings and home visits to ensure probationers remained in compliance.
- Kept written records of all activities and maintained information on all offenders.
- 40+ hours weekly
Jailer
MURRAY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Chatsworth, Georgia
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Operated systems control board and facility cameras.
- Receive and process offenders upon arrival to and from facility.
- Process identification and document into the system.
- Perform fingerprints and took offender photos, monitored and observed offender phone calls.
- Held accountability of actions and inmates; conduct searches as needed.
- Issued written and verbal communication on reports regarding inmates.
- Maintained composure in stressful circumstances, requiring intervention.
- Ensured that inmates observed established procedures and regulations.
- Ensured that jailers followed defined policies when interacting with inmates.
- Performed facility checks for compliance with Jail Commission Standards.
- Safety inspections of outer facility and segmented areas.
- Assisting people by answering their questions via telephone and in person.
- Collecting payments (fines) including handling cash and writing receipts.
- 40+ hours weekly
68W Healthcare Specialist and Combat Medic
US ARMY
11.2005 - 05.2013
- Advanced Trauma Care and First Responder
- Provided routine non-emergent and emergent care to troops.
- Administered emergency medical care to soldiers in various operational environments.
- Conducted patient assessments and developed treatment plans based on medical protocols.
- Instructed U.S., coalition, Afghanistan forces in CPR, combat first-aid, EMT, and Combat Medic Advanced Skills.
- Maintained, procured and projected need of medical supply and capability for evacuation unit of soldiers.
- Designed and implemented medical supply maintenance procedures.
- Trained and instructed new medics on crucial medical procedures.
- Airborne qualified
- Rural and Urban tactical skills
- Worked joint task force with other branches of the military as the medic for counter improvised explosive device (CIED) team.
- Performed battle damage assessments of IED detonations and troops in combat.
- 40+ hours weekly
Education
M.D. - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Purdue University Global
Fort Lauderdale, FL01-2019
Bachelors of Science - Criminal Justice - Crime Scene Investigation
Purdue University Global
Fort Lauderdale, FL08-2017
Skills
- Self-directed
- Ability to prioritize
- Strong attention to detail
- Professional demeanor
- Strong verbal communications
- Trained in Emergency Management
- Advanced Tactical Proficiency
- Dual Purpose K9 Operations
- Investigative knowledge and techniques
- Narcotics Interdiction and Investigations
Certifications
- Basic Law Enforcement
- Intermediate Certification
- Advanced Certification
- Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
- Advanced Report Writing
- Interviews and Interrogations
- Search Warrants and Affidavits
- Basic SWAT Course
- National Narcotics Detector Dog Association (NNDDA) Dual Purpose Certification
- CPR
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Murray County Sheriff's Office
03.2021 - Current
Protective Security Services/Emergency Response Team
GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES
04.2019 - 08.2019
Juvenile Probation Officer
DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE
01.2018 - 03.2019
Jailer
MURRAY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
06.2017 - 01.2018
68W Healthcare Specialist and Combat Medic
US ARMY
11.2005 - 05.2013
K9 Officer
Murray County Sheriff's Office
2023 - Current
M.D. - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Purdue University Global
Bachelors of Science - Criminal Justice - Crime Scene Investigation
Purdue University Global