Marcus Anton Cottrell
Jonesboro
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated Police Officer with two years of service, committed to upholding the law with integrity and professionalism. Proven expertise in crisis management, criminal investigation, and fostering community relations enhances the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse individuals and organizations. A strong background as a correctional officer, combined with an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice from Kaplan University, provides the skills necessary to tackle challenges in law enforcement while striving to meet the needs of both the department and the community. Known for reliability, adaptability, and a strong sense of duty, consistently contributes to a cohesive team environment and positive public safety outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Forrest City Police Department
11.2023 - Current
- Utilize crisis management skills to handle emergency situations effectively.
- Conduct criminal investigations and gather evidence to solve cases.
- Foster positive relationships with community members to enhance public safety.
- Multi-task and work under pressure to handle complex tasks efficiently.
- Demonstrate solid communication and problem-solving skills in various situations.
- Acquired knowledge of police procedures and protocols.
- Performed administrative duties, including filing paperwork and preparing reports.
- Maintained a safe environment by patrolling public spaces and responding to emergencies.
- Performed data entry for criminal records and maintained updated logs of activities.
- Responded to urgent calls and reported to crime scenes.
- Investigated suspicious activities and conducted interviews.
- Developed strategies to prevent criminal activities.
- Monitored public areas and responded to threats.
- Collaborated with the legal department to ensure compliance with the law.
- Educated the community on safety measures and assisted with emergencies.
Correctional Officer
Wapello County Sheriff's Department
02.2015 - 10.2021
- Supervision of inmates and inmate activity in detention facilities.
- Searched and booked inmates, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations.
- Communicated effectively with police officers, sheriff officers, attorneys, and judges.
- Responding to emergency situations with prompt and appropriate actions.
- Maintained order and security within the facility.
- Fingerprint inmates.
- Take mugshot photos.
- Provide care and correctional treatment of inmates.
- Manage inmate holding areas.
- Escort inmates to hospital as needed.
- Ensure that inmates remain in custody.
- Transport and escort inmates within secured areas according to relevant laws, policies, and procedures.
- Contribute to the maintenance of institution security.
- Perform searches on inmates and visitors.
- Check mail for contraband, such as weapons or drugs.
- Prepare incident reports and other documentation.
- Enforce rules and regulations governing facility security, inmate conduct, and inmate accountability.
- Conduct accurate headcounts.
- Inventory inmates’ personal property and issue receipts.
- Break up physical confrontations and protect inmates and fellow officers from harm.
- Provides emergency assistance as needed, including but not limited to CPR, first aid, escape of inmates, and evacuation procedures.
- Responsible for the safety and security of staff and inmates.
Reserve Sheriff Deputy
Wapello County Sheriff's Department
02.2015 - 01.2020
- Supplementing Full-Time Staff: Assist full-time deputies by providing additional law enforcement presence.
- Patrolling: Conduct regular patrols in assigned areas to deter and respond to criminal activity.
- Responding to Calls: Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
- Traffic Control: Manage and direct traffic, enforce traffic laws, and assist with accident investigations.
- Community Events: Provide security and crowd control at public events such as festivals, fairs, and parades.
- Prisoner Transport: Transport prisoners between facilities and courts.
- Civil Process Service: Serve legal documents such as subpoenas, summons, and eviction notices.
- Investigations: Assist with preliminary investigations, gather evidence, and conduct interviews.
- Special Assignments: Participate in special projects or assignments as needed by the department.
- Training: Attend regular training sessions to maintain and enhance skills and knowledge.
- Administrative Duties: Perform administrative tasks such as report writing and record keeping.
- Emergency Response: Respond to natural disasters and other emergencies.
Bus Driver
10-15 Transit
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Transport passengers on city bus.
- Transport passengers on lift van.
- Transport children to/from school.
- Vehicle inspections.
- Ensure safety of passengers.
- 10-20 hrs/wk
Field Supervisor
A&R Security Services, Inc
09.2005 - 05.2008
- Train 20 security personnel in safety procedures and protocol.
- Conduct security compliance reviews and post-opening inspections.
- Oversee security officers in regard to job responsibilities.
- Supervise accounts on status of operations.
- Routine vehicle and foot patrols around commercial area.
- Write reports of incidents that occur.
- Respond to emergency situations.
- Report illegal activity.
- 40 hrs/wk
Security Officer
Digby’s Detective and Security Agency
05.2003 - 08.2005
- Evaluate, investigate, and report all types of security and law enforcement incidents in Chicago Housing Auth. Buildings.
- Observe and report, efficiently and effectively, communicating well both orally and in writing.
- Control access to client site or facility through the admittance process.
- 40 hrs/wk
Watch Commander
Mt. Sinai Hospital
04.2001 - 05.2003
- Supervise security officers.
- Monitor and patrol hospital and parking lots for suspicious and unsafe activity.
- Respond to emergencies.
- Provide assistance when needed.
- Complete incident reports.
- Maintain security.
- 40 hrs/wk
Education
Police officer certification -
Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy
Camden, Arkansas08.2024
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Kaplan University
03.2015
H.S. Diploma - General Education
Proviso West High School
Hillside, IL06.2000
Skills
- Speed cuff training
- Baton training
- Aerosol training
- Pepper spray certified
- Search and seizure procedures
- Suicide prevention training
- Taser certified
- Crisis intervention
- Training Academy Inc, IL 2004-2005
- 102-192 Firearms Training
- Security Officer’s 40 Hour Training Course
- Basic 20 Hour Training
- CPR
- Certificate by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulations
- Firearms Owner Identification Card
- IL Driver’s License
- Trained in Blood borne pathogens and fire safety
- Crisis management
- Criminal investigation
- Community relations
- Tactical operations
- Conflict resolution
- Computer proficiency
- Integrity and honesty
- Patience and empathy
- Community engagement
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Community oriented policing
- Emergency response
- Law enforcement
- Police reports
- Self-defense training
- Search and seizure laws
- Defensive tactics training
- Domestic violence prevention
- Fingerprinting
- Defensive driving training
- CPR/First aid certified
- Patrol procedures
- Critical thinking
- First aid
- Weapons training
Certification
- Basic Police Training 2024-08-02
- Firearms Training 2024-06
- Basic Elective OC Spray 2024-06
- Axon Taser Training X7 2024-07
- DWI Detection Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, TOPS and Drug Driving 2024-06
- Radar/Lidar Training 2024-07
- Sobriety Checkpoint Technician 2024-02
- FEMA IS-100.C and IS-700.B 2024-02
- National Traffic Incident Management Responder Training 2024-04
- Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events Training 2024-05
Timeline
Police Officer
Forrest City Police Department
11.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
Wapello County Sheriff's Department
02.2015 - 10.2021
Reserve Sheriff Deputy
Wapello County Sheriff's Department
02.2015 - 01.2020
Bus Driver
10-15 Transit
11.2013 - 01.2015
Field Supervisor
A&R Security Services, Inc
09.2005 - 05.2008
Security Officer
Digby’s Detective and Security Agency
05.2003 - 08.2005
Watch Commander
Mt. Sinai Hospital
04.2001 - 05.2003
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Kaplan University
H.S. Diploma - General Education
Proviso West High School
Police officer certification -
Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy
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