Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Missouri Governor Medal of Valor
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Dawson Payne

Jefferson City

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Police Officer at Jefferson City Police Department, excelling in criminal investigations and community engagement. Proven track record in reducing crime through proactive measures and effective courtroom testimony. Skilled in report writing and maintaining integrity under pressure, ensuring public safety and trust.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

Jefferson City Po
12.2020 - Current


  • Engaged with community members to foster positive relationships and trust.
  • Supported investigations by gathering relevant information from witnesses.
  • Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
  • Operated as S.W.A.T team member serving multiple search warrants and emergency call-outs.
  • Involved in two Officer Involved shootings protecting citizens and fellow officers.
  • Promoted to Field Training Officer
  • Conducted surveillance and intelligence gathering to apprehend wanted fugitives and conduct narcotics and weapons investigations.

Infantryman

Missouri Army National Guard
07.2016 - 07.2024
  • Trained and mentored junior soldiers in combat readiness and operational procedures.
  • Coordinated logistics for equipment movement, ensuring timely delivery and availability.
  • Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
  • Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
  • Maintained strict discipline within the ranks enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.

Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Columbia College
Columbia, MO

Skills

  • Report writing
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Community engagement
  • Criminal investigations
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Physical fitness
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Criminal law
  • Mental resilience
  • Courtroom testimony
  • Tactical driving
  • Case management
  • Risk mitigation
  • Self-defense training
  • Crime scene preservation
  • Search and seizure laws
  • Search and seizure procedures
  • Surveillance

Accomplishments

Received Medals of Merit, Honor and Valor from the Jefferson City Police Department for life saving measures, actions under threat of injury or risk of death.


Served on the Jefferson City Police Department S.W.A.T 2 years.

Missouri Governor Medal of Valor

I received the Missouri Governor's Medal of Valor for an officer involved shooting I was involved in, June of 2021 while in field training as a brand new officer. 

Timeline

Police Officer

Jefferson City Po
12.2020 - Current

Infantryman

Missouri Army National Guard
07.2016 - 07.2024

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Columbia College

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