Thomas Williams
Harrisonville
Summary
Seasoned law enforcement professional with extensive experience at Raymore Police Department, specializing in defensive tactics and officer training. Excelled in mentoring and developing junior officers, enhancing community policing efforts. Demonstrated expertise in de-escalation techniques and firearms proficiency, contributing to a safer community.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
Raymore Police Department
11.2024 - Current
- Continued instructing others in defensive tactics, building searches, and the Taser 10.
- Participated in departmental training programs to stay current on best practices in law enforcement, enhancing overall team performance.
- Evaluated officer performance during shifts, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on proper police procedures and promoting professional growth.
- Type II Breath Instrument Supervisor and Trainer.
Master Patrol Officer
Raymore Police Department
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Trained other officers in defensive tactics, building searches, and the implementation of the Taser 10.
- Created several State of Missouri approved lesson plans for defensive tactics, building searches, and the Taser 10.
- Type II Breath Instrument Supervisor and Trainer.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Field Training Officer.
Police Officer
Overland Park Police Department
10.2021 - 09.2022
- 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.
Master Patrol Officer
Raymore Police Department
12.2014 - 10.2021
- Completed Instructor Development.
- Created several State of Missouri approved defensive tactics lesson plans.
- Type II Supervisor and Trainer.
- Member of the Cass County Tactical Response Team.
- Testified in court cases as needed, presenting clear and concise accounts of incidents under oath.
- Received training in advanced policing techniques to stay current on best practices and enhance performance on duty.
Education
Missouri Class A P.O.S.T. Certification - Law Enforcement
MWSU Regional Law Enforcement Academy
St. Joseph, MO05-2014
No Degree - Biology
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MOHigh School Diploma -
Raymore-Peculiar High School
Peculiar, MO05-2010
Skills
- Defensive tactics
- Field training
- Officer training
- Officer safety
- Community policing
- De-escalation techniques
- Arrest procedures
- Firearms proficiency
- Computer skills
- Case report writing
Accomplishments
- Developed lesson plans for several defensive tactics categories and received Missouri P.O.S.T. approval.
- Developed a lesson plan for basic building search concepts and received Missouri P.O.S.T. approval.
- Developed a lesson plan for the Taser 10 and received Missouri P.O.S.T. approval.
- Supervised team of 4 officers.
Certification
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification - State POST Boards.
- Instructor Development
- National Law Enforcement Training Center - ACCT
- Missouri Type II Breath Instrument Supervisor
- Basic S.W.A.T.
Timeline
Patrol Sergeant
Raymore Police Department
11.2024 - Current
Master Patrol Officer
Raymore Police Department
09.2022 - 11.2024
Police Officer
Overland Park Police Department
10.2021 - 09.2022
Master Patrol Officer
Raymore Police Department
12.2014 - 10.2021
Missouri Class A P.O.S.T. Certification - Law Enforcement
MWSU Regional Law Enforcement Academy
No Degree - Biology
Northwest Missouri State University
High School Diploma -
Raymore-Peculiar High School
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