Christina Smith
DeWitt
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the City of DeWitt, excelling in traffic enforcement and community policing. Proven ability to enhance public safety through effective communication and investigative skills.
Experienced with maintaining public safety and enforcing laws. Utilizes effective communication and strong problem-solving skills to handle emergency situations. Track record of fostering community trust and working collaboratively with team members.
Observant law enforcement officer committed to serving and protecting others. Focused professional with history of using sound judgment in intense situations. Experienced in monitoring community activity to prevent dangerous and criminal activities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Patrolman
City of DeWitt / DeWitt Police Department
03.2022 - Current
- Enhanced public safety by conducting regular patrols, responding to incidents, and enforcing laws.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new officers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on handling various law enforcement scenarios.
- Proof read and approve/disapprove all officer reports in RPS and ECrash.
- Conduct monthly testing on the BAC machine as the department's SR Operator.
- Responded rapidly to emergency calls while maintaining composure under pressure to provide timely assistance to citizens in distress.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to conduct investigations, gather evidence, and apprehend suspects involved in criminal activity.
- Participated in training exercises to maintain proficiency in arrest procedures, firearm usage, self-defense tactics, and emergency response protocols.
- Testified effectively in court proceedings on behalf of the department as required for various cases handled during tenure as patrolman.
- Conducted thorough searches of individuals and vehicles as needed to ensure the safety of all parties involved.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to determine contributing factors, assess liability, and provide support for insurance claims processing.
- Improved community relations through proactive engagement, attending local events, and addressing resident concerns.
- Resolved conflicts peacefully by employing effective communication techniques and leveraging interpersonal skills.
- Developed strong relationships with local business owners to establish a network of information sharing on potential threats or suspicious activities.
- Performed duties at special events such as parades or festivals ensuring public safety while promoting positive interactions between officers and community members.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Department K-9 handler until February 2024 when my partner was retired from service. Duties included free air sniffs on traffic stops, tracking for missing kids and eldery, and tracking for a fleeing suspect.
- Assign and set up all body worn cameras and tasers through the Axon website, As well as instruct all officers on the use of the website.
- Provide all officers with sign in capabilities to the RPS and E Crash sites as well as train new officers on the use of both programs.
Probation Officer
City of DeWitt/South Arkansas County Dist Court
06.2017 - 03.2022
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Established productive relationships with local law enforcement agencies, enhancing information sharing and cooperation.
- Increased efficiency in caseload management through the use of advanced technology tools such as electronic monitoring devices and case management software systems.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
- Ensured compliance with court-ordered sanctions by closely monitoring probationers'' adherence to conditions of release.
- Adhered to legal requirements by performing office, home, and employment visits.
- Screened offender referrals and completed intake interviews and paperwork.
- Oversaw administration of drug and alcohol screenings for offenders.
911 Dispatcher
City of DeWitt / DeWitt Police Department
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Monitored Police and Fire radios to provide assistance to responding personnel.
- Provided exceptional customer service to callers in crisis, displaying empathy while obtaining necessary information for emergency response teams.
- Recorded and tracked emergency requests utilizing computer-aided dispatch systems.
- Supported law enforcement officers during high-risk situations by providing vital background data on suspect locations or histories.
- Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls, and radio responses.
- Dispatched and coordinated emergency services teams according to high-priority calls.
- Read system maps and caller information, and documented details in system.
- Assessed emergency requests and made quick judgment calls to determine appropriate action.
- Increased situational awareness among responding units through timely updates on evolving incident conditions.
- Managed high-stress situations with composure, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering crucial information for first responders.
- Maintained accurate records of all dispatched calls, ensuring proper documentation for future reference or legal proceedings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local geography and jurisdiction boundaries to ensure accurate dispatching of emergency services personnel.
- Followed established protocols for professional handling of emergency situations.
- Provided on-the-job training and coaching to develop new dispatchers.
- Routed calls to police, fire, and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
- Coordinated multi-agency responses during large-scale incidents, ensuring smooth inter-agency collaboration and optimal resource utilization.
- Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
- Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
- Performed monthly validations on all warrants, EPOs, and stolen items.
- Monitored changing weather conditions during severe weather to communicate with police, fire, and EMS as well as the general public.
Education
Basic Certificate - Law Enforcement Officer
Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy (ALETA)
Camden, AR12-2022
Part Time II Law Enforcement Certification - Police Officer
St. Charles Police Department
St. Charles, AR03-2018
High School Diploma -
DeWitt HighSchool
DeWitt, AR05-1994
Skills
- Traffic enforcement
- Community policing
- Arrest techniques
- Police reports
- Patrol procedures
- First aid and CPR
- Firearms proficiency
- Integrity and honesty
- Crime prevention
- Investigative skills
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Incident Command System for Law Enforcement IS-100.b Course Completion – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Incident Command System for Law Enforcement IS-200.b Course Completion – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Field Sobriety Testing Certification - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) Introduction Course IS-700.b and IS- 800.c – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Certification - Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training.
- Intoxilyzer Senior Operator's License – Arkansas Department of Health Services.
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification - State of Missouri Department of Public Safety.
- Arkansas Crime Information Center Level II Advanced Recertification, September 2023
- The Reid Technique of Investigative Interviewing and Positive Persuasion John E. Reid & Associates, February 2023
- Arkansas Crime Information Center State Sex Offender Registry Censor / Sor Training, December 2022.
- K9 Emergency Care Impact EMS Training, February 2025
Timeline
Police Patrolman
City of DeWitt / DeWitt Police Department
03.2022 - Current
Probation Officer
City of DeWitt/South Arkansas County Dist Court
06.2017 - 03.2022
911 Dispatcher
City of DeWitt / DeWitt Police Department
09.2015 - 06.2017
Basic Certificate - Law Enforcement Officer
Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy (ALETA)
Part Time II Law Enforcement Certification - Police Officer
St. Charles Police Department
High School Diploma -
DeWitt HighSchool
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