Dalton Tyner
Little Rock
Summary
Adept at conflict de-escalation and technology-savvy, I leveraged these skills at the Department of Veterans Affairs to develop national programs and enhance facility operations. My ethical approach and due diligence in investigations at Atkins Police Department underscored my commitment to safety and compliance, significantly improving workplace safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Agent
Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Maintained, prepared, organized, and submitted all paperwork for federal police cadets under my supervision.
- Trained federal police cadets in specialized skills, fostering professional growth and increased work quality.
- Conducted multi-scope research into areas of responsibility to determine best practices. Then developed national programs that mirrored both industry standards as well as stakeholder values.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information to insure the smooth operation of our facility and mission.
Investigator
Atkins Police Department
11.2017 - 04.2024
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
- Ensured compliance with legal regulations during investigations, minimizing risk for litigation or procedural errors.
- Maintain a professional tone.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
- Conducted comprehensive background checks, contributing to informed hiring decisions and improved workplace safety.
Police Officer
Mayflower Police Department
05.2017 - 10.2017
- 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.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Law Enforcement
South Arkansas University Tech
Camden, AR06-2013
Skills
- Due diligence
- Conflict de-escalation
- Ethical and honest
- Relationship building and management
- De-escalation techniques
- Risk assessment
- Report development
- Patience and empathy
- Arkansas criminal code expertise
- Sensitive information handling
- Planning and coordination
- Technology-savvy
Accomplishments
Arkansas Life Saving Award Recipient- University of Arkansas Criminal Justice Institute, 2022
Letter of Commendation for Life Saving Measures/Valor- Atkins Police Department, 2019
Letter of Commendation for enforcement measures- Atkins Police Department, 2018
Developed and implemented three nationally recognized programs for the Department of Veterans Affairs Police Department, 2024/25
Certification
Certified Arkansas Law Enforcement Officer- Center for Law Enforcement Standards and Training, 2013
Certified Law Enforcement Instructor-
Center for Law Enforcement Standards and Training, 2022
Certified Federal Law Enforcement Instructor-
Veterans Affairs Law Enforcement Training Center, 2024
Narcotics Officer Certification Program-
Criminal Justice Institute (Distinguished Program), 2021
CPR/AED Certification
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Special Agent
Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2024 - 02.2025
Investigator
Atkins Police Department
11.2017 - 04.2024
Police Officer
Mayflower Police Department
05.2017 - 10.2017
Certificate of Technical Studies - Law Enforcement
South Arkansas University Tech
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