Paul Jernigan
Orting,WA
Summary
Insightful Police Officer with five years of experience in patrol operations environment and a commitment to maintaining high levels of safety and organization. Proven leader with great, detail-oriented observation skills. Goal-oriented with a calm and focused demeanor in stressful situations. Demonstrated success in monitoring public safety through patrol details and during community events. Resourceful worker with commitment to integrity and honesty.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Tacoma Police Department
Tacoma, WA
08.2022 - 10.2024
- 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 emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
Deputy Sheriff
Lake County Sheriff's Office
Polson, Montana
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Assessed and analyzed data to clarify course of criminal prosecution.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, including evidence collection and witness statements.
- Enhanced community safety while conducting narcotic investigations, including DUIs and thefts.
- Researched and analyzed crime statistics to maintain awareness and knowledge.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for over 150 cases over two year period.
- Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
- Led the Sheriff's Office in productivity since being hired.
Assistant Recruiting Station Commander
US Army Recruiting
Stockton, CA
07.2015 - 05.2018
- Was selected by higher headquarters to lead and train entire company on digital recruiting. Key Accomplishments: Trained and lead 15 recruiters to achieve 110% on Active duty mission and 104% on Army Reserve mission.
- Was responsible for health, welfare, and training of 15 recruiters who worked under me.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Trained and mentored 10 recruiters to achieve their next promotion.
- Helped lead our recruiting station to be one of the top producing stations within our Battalion.
Infantryman
U.S.Army
Fort Benning, GA - Georgia
01.2006 - 07.2015
- Led fire teams, squads and platoons during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Researched targets developed by various modes of intelligence to determine relevance to mission objectives and usefulness in field operations.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- Conducted over 750 combat patrols to include over 150 air assault raids.
- Led and trained over 20 soldiers to reach the rank of Sergeant, 10 to the rank of Staff Sergeant and 5 to the rank of Sergeant First Class in a 9 year period.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
Education
No Degree - Sustainable Construction
The University of Montana
Missoula, MTNo Degree - Business Administration
Post University
Waterbury, CTBasic Law Enforcement Certification - Law Enforcement
Montana Law Enforcement Academy
Helena, MT12.2019
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
- Public Safety
- First Aid
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Decision Making
- Police Patrol Operations
- Safety and Risk Assessments
Timeline
Police Officer
Tacoma Police Department
08.2022 - 10.2024
Deputy Sheriff
Lake County Sheriff's Office
07.2019 - 08.2022
Assistant Recruiting Station Commander
US Army Recruiting
07.2015 - 05.2018
Infantryman
U.S.Army
01.2006 - 07.2015
No Degree - Sustainable Construction
The University of Montana
No Degree - Business Administration
Post University
Basic Law Enforcement Certification - Law Enforcement
Montana Law Enforcement Academy