Timothy Davis
Louisville
Summary
Accomplished Police Detective and Officer at Louisville Metro Police Department, adept in conducting thorough investigations and leading teams to solve high-profile cases. Skilled in negotiation and community relations, significantly enhanced public safety and reduced crime rates. Expert in case management and evidence verification, ensuring successful prosecutions.
Certified hostage negotiator, trained by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for over 12 years. Team leader and supervisor of the Louisville Metro Police Department Hostage/Crisis Negotiations Team 1. Skilled in verbal deescalation and negotiations with members of the public experiencing crises, including criminal barricaded suspects, hostage-takers, and people suffering from mental health episodes. Has developed and implemented new and innovative training programs for members of the Louisville Metro Police Department Hostage Negotiations Team.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Detective
Louisville Metro Police Department
11.2015 - Current
- Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
- Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing investigative findings, supporting effective prosecutorial efforts in court cases.
- Coordinated multi-agency task forces focused on addressing specific crime trends or patterns within the jurisdictional area.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Trained junior officers on investigative techniques and best practices, contributing to a more skilled police force.
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
11.2007 - Current
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Quality Control Technician
Dean Foods Company
01.2002 - 11.2007
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
- Trained new team members on proper quality control techniques, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH09.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05.2005
High School Diploma -
Fern Creek High School
Louisville, KY05.2001
Skills
- Analytical mindset
- Conducting investigations
- Team leadership skills
- Community Relations
- Negotiation Tactics
- Interviewing skills
- Supervising investigations
- Case Management
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
Accomplishments
Promoted to "Police Training Officer" in 2013 in the Louisville Metro Police Department with the responsibility of training newly graduated police officers from the police academy.
Promoted to team leader of the Louisville Metro Police Department Hostage Negotiations Team # 1 in 2020.
Awarded 2016 "National Alliance on Mental Illness- Louisville" Crisis Intervention Team Officer of the Year.
Awarded 2016 "National Alliance on Mental Illness- Kentucky" Crisis Intervention Team Officer of the Year.
Awarded 2016 "National Alliance on Mental Illness- Seven Counties Region" Crisis Intervention Team Officer of the Year.
Awarded two Louisville Metro Police Department "Distinguished Lifesaving" awards.
Awarded two Louisville Metro Police Department "Meritorious Unit Citations."
Certification
Certified Hostage Negotiator
Certified Police Training Officer
Certified Crisis Intervention Team Member
Certified Advanced Law Enforcement Officer through the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
Timeline
Police Detective
Louisville Metro Police Department
11.2015 - Current
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
11.2007 - Current
Quality Control Technician
Dean Foods Company
01.2002 - 11.2007
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Louisville
High School Diploma -
Fern Creek High School
Certified Hostage Negotiator
Certified Police Training Officer
Certified Crisis Intervention Team Member
Certified Advanced Law Enforcement Officer through the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
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