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Ronald L. Thompson Jr

Kalispell

Summary

Diligent Officer with background in law enforcement and community safety. Demonstrated ability to maintain public order, respond swiftly to emergencies, and enforce laws effectively. Proven skills in conflict resolution and teamwork.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Patrol Officer

City of Columbia Falls
02.2024 - Current
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
  • Enhanced public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to emergency situations promptly.
  • Participated in specialized training sessions to enhance skills in areas such as firearms proficiency, self-defense tactics, and crisis intervention techniques.
  • Certified as a rifle and pistol firearms instructor

Patrol Officer

Leeds Police Department
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Conduct joint operations with the DEA and Homeland Security Investigations
  • Conduct high-risk narcotics and arrest warrants (SWAT)
  • Conduct patrol of high crime areas
  • Instructor at ARM Group Basic SWAT School

Patrol Officer

Bessemer Police Department
12.2018 - 10.2021
  • Special Response Team (SWAT)
  • Conducted joint operations with the US Marshals (Operation Python 2021)
  • Recovered occupied stolen vehicles and stolen firearms
  • Conducted search warrants and high-risk arrest warrants

Education

Alabama Criminal Justice Training Center
04.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
08-2018

Skills

  • Crime prevention
  • Community policing
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Firearms proficiency

Timeline

Patrol Officer

City of Columbia Falls
02.2024 - Current

Patrol Officer

Leeds Police Department
10.2021 - 12.2023

Patrol Officer

Bessemer Police Department
12.2018 - 10.2021

Alabama Criminal Justice Training Center

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

The University of Alabama

Training

  • Montana Rifle and Pistol Instructor (July 2025)
  • red dot sight instructor
  • Advanced SWAT Hostage Rescue Level III (June 2023)
  • Tactical Planning and coordinating tactical equipment
  • Hostage Rescue fan technique
  • Close quarters combat training
  • Explosive Breaching Techniques
  • Intermediate SWAT Level II (November 2022)
  • Live fire team movements
  • Multiple team tactical entry
  • Tactical planning
  • Ballistic Breaching Certification
  • Basic Tactical Operators Course & NFDD Certification (April 2022)
  • Tactical concepts and Tactical entry
  • Tactical movement and team communication


Ronald L. Thompson Jr