Samuel Shufelt
Madison
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with extensive experience at Madison County Sheriff Department. Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking by reducing criminal activity through strategic surveillance and collaboration. Enhanced community safety and public understanding of conservation issues. Proficient in investigative skills and communication, contributing to successful case resolutions and improved public safety.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff, and S.W.A.T. Team Member
Madison County Sheriff Department
12.2023 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Testified effectively in court, presenting clear evidence that contributed to successful case outcomes.
- Reduced criminal activity through diligent surveillance, proactive policing, and collaboration with local businesses and residents.
- Administered first aid and emergency assistance at accident scenes, saving lives and stabilizing victims until medical teams arrived.
- Investigated numerous cases, leading to successful resolution of various criminal activities.
- Improved community safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Negotiated peaceful resolutions during conflict situations, minimizing need for force and reducing community tensions.
- Enforced traffic laws, contributing to noticeable decrease in traffic violations and accidents in jurisdiction.
- Participated in high-risk arrest warrants, ensuring apprehension of dangerous individuals while minimizing collateral risks.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting routine patrols in high-risk areas.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, and arrest technique training.
Conservation Officer and Special Response Team
Mississippi Dept of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Reduced incidents of poaching by implementing effective surveillance strategies and working closely with local law enforcement agencies.
- Improved public understanding of conservation issues through targeted outreach programs and educational materials.
- Participated in search-and-rescue operations, helping locate missing individuals and providing assistance as needed during emergencies.
- Delivered expert testimony in court proceedings related to wildlife law violations, supporting successful prosecution efforts.
- Enhanced public safety by monitoring and enforcing wildlife laws and regulations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Conducted surveillance operations to gather intelligence on fugitive whereabouts leading to successful arrests.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Technology Science
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05-2021
Skills
- Leadership*Maintained squad leader status throughout several weeks during time at Mississippi Law Enforcement Officer’s Training Academy (MLEOTA)
- Communication
*Spoke with individuals on a daily basis while conducting patrol duties - Critical Thinking
*Dealt with countless situations on calls for service where problem solving was conducted to establish a reasonable and valid conclusion
- Writing
*Report writing for cases and incidents - Adaptability
*Served many functions while working patrol, such as Special Response Team, and SWAT Team - Investigative Skills
*Interviewed suspects for crimes that were committed
*Analyzed crime scenes, which included frequently being the first officer on scene *Interviewing witnesses and victims of crimes
*Maintained knowledge of state statutes
Certification
Mississippi Tennessee Tactical Officers Association (S.W.A.T.) Course. December, 2023, 120 Hours Desoto County
Search / Arrest Warrant Service Operator Level 1. March 10 - 14, 2025, 40 hours Regional Counterdrug Training Academy
Emergency Narcotics Operations August 19 - 23, 2024, 40 Hours Regional Counterdrug Training Academy
Exterior Response to Active Shooter Events May 24, 2023, 24 Hours Texas State University
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff, and S.W.A.T. Team Member
Madison County Sheriff Department
12.2023 - Current
Conservation Officer and Special Response Team
Mississippi Dept of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
11.2021 - 11.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Technology Science
Hinds Community College
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