Erik Amandola
Cass County
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at The Cass County Sheriff's Office. Proven expertise in tactical operations and proactive patrol techniques. Recognized for leadership as a Field Training Officer and instructor. Skilled in investigating crimes, completing thorough reports and interviewing suspects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Corporal
Cass County Sheriff's Office
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted proactive patrols to ensure community safety and deter criminal activity.
- Collaborated with deputies to investigate incidents and gather evidence for cases.
- Enforced laws stopping over 100 vehicles, making 50 arrests and taking 70 reports.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and investigations for the shift.
- As an FTO, Trained new six new deputies on departmental policies, procedures, and best practices in patrol operations.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by taking charge of situations when necessary to maintain order and resolve conflicts effectively including three major incidents.
- Served as a role model for junior deputies by exemplifying professionalism, dedication, integrity during daily tasks and interactions with the public.
- Served as an Academy instructor teaching over 80 hours of patrol and vehicle stop techniques.
SWAT Operator
Cass County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - Current
- Executed twenty high-risk tactical operations to neutralize threats and ensure public safety.
- Coordinated with outside law enforcement agencies to develop and implement operational strategies.
- Conducted thorough threat assessments to inform mission planning and resource allocation.
- Trained new operators in tactical procedures, weapon handling, and situational awareness.
- Certified as a mechanical and ballistic breaching instructor. Served as primary breacher on 12 operations.
- Served as squad leader for 6 operators.
Patrol Deputy
Cass County Sheriff's Office
04.2019 - 04.2024
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety and deter criminal activity.
- Enforced laws with over 400 vehicle stops, making 100 arrests and taking over 250 reports.
- Responded to over 175 emergency calls, providing immediate assistance to victims and suspects.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents including interviews, evidence collection, and report writing closing several of own cases.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and promote crime prevention initiatives.
- As an FTO, trained new five new deputies on departmental policies, procedures, and effective patrol techniques.
- Lauded for detailed reports documenting all incidents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Served as a Academy instructor teaching over 40 hours of patrol and vehicle stop techniques.
- Attended 16 hour training on combating sexual trafficking, prostitution and child sex exploitation.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL07-2015
Skills
- Less-lethal weapons and Breaching Instructor
- Generalist Instructor
- Field Training Officer
- Proactive Patrol techniques
Timeline
Patrol Corporal
Cass County Sheriff's Office
04.2024 - Current
SWAT Operator
Cass County Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - Current
Patrol Deputy
Cass County Sheriff's Office
04.2019 - 04.2024
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force