Taylor West
Trenton
Summary
Dedicated and experienced police officer with 4+ years of service in law enforcement, committed to ensuring public safety, reducing crime, and upholding the law. Skilled in community policing, crisis intervention, and criminal investigations, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in team environments to achieve department goals. Known for maintaining calm under pressure, making swift decisions in high-stress situations, and fostering strong community relationships. Recognized for leadership in self-initiated arrests, proactive problem-solving, and consistently contributing to team success through effective communication, cooperation, and shared accountability.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County Sheriff's Office
05.2022 - Current
- Trained new Officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service
- Conducted thorough investigations to gather evidence, identify suspects, and solve cases effectively
- Handled various types of calls including domestic disputes, property crimes, and disturbances involving weapons or narcotics.
Police Officer
Shawnee Police Department
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of Law Enforcement
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Education
Bachelor of Health Science in Health Science - Health Science, Business
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05.2017
Wellington-Napoleon R-IX
Wellington, MO05.2013
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Integrity and ethics
- Incident Response
- Emergency Response
- Traffic enforcement
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Officer Training
- Reliability
- Team Collaboration
CERTIFICATIONS & AWARDS
- Community Relations
- Missouri Class A Peace Officer License
- Complex Problem Solving
- Field Training Officer
- Conflict Management and Resolution
- 2021 Unit Citation Award
- Policies and Procedures
- 2023 Top Performer in Self Initiated Arrests, Traffic Stops, and Warrant Arrests
- Patrol Procedures
- 2024 LETSAC Officer of the Year for Small Agency
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County Sheriff's Office
05.2022 - Current
Police Officer
Shawnee Police Department
12.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Health Science in Health Science - Health Science, Business
University of Missouri
Wellington-Napoleon R-IX
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