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John Taggart

Jonesboro

Summary

Seasoned law enforcement professional accustomed to investigating criminal investigations, including evidence identification and documentation. Many years of law enforcement experience with excellent skills in critical thinking, criminal apprehension, and community relations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Sheriff

Craighead County Sheriffs Office
Jonesboro
09.2024 - Current
  • Assigned as an SRO at a local elementary school
  • Investigates crimes against children and works in collaboration with the local Juvenile prosecutor
  • Created a unique lesson plan that balances teaching about safety, and incorporates learning about problem solving in a diverse and adventurous setting
  • Educate the school staff on the security threats the building could face

Radiologic Technologist

NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital
Jonesboro
11.2023 - 09.2024
  • Operated portable x-ray machines in order to capture images of patients at bedside or other locations inside the hospital premises.
  • Monitored patient's condition during radiologic procedures in order to maintain comfort level throughout the process.
  • Maintained a safe environment by adhering to radiation safety protocols and guidelines.

Health Unit Coordinator

St. Bernards Medical Center
Jonesboro
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Updated patient information in electronic systems according to established policies and procedures.
  • Assigned new patients to nursing teams, in order to balance staffing assignments
  • Coordinated communication between various departments within the facility regarding patient care needs.

Catastrophe Claims Adjuster

The Travelers Insurance
Nationwide
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Deployed numerous times to locations across the United States
  • Assigned a case load of 60 claims to handle in 28 days
  • Cases would range in damage amount from $5,000- $100,000
  • Compile estimate reports outlining damage amounts

Police Officer

Memphis Police
Memphis
01.2019 - 10.2022
  • Patrolled one of the most violent cities in the United States
  • Investigated cases in the downtown district relating to motor vehicle thefts and break-ins
  • Assigned to the Entertainment District Task Force, which target vehicle related crimes
  • Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.

Air Force Security Forces

Tennessee Air National Guard
Memphis
06.2016 - 06.2022

Responsible for the safety and physical security for the Air Force members on base

Compile intelligence briefings regarding outside threats near the location of the base

Educate traveling Air Force Members about the local areas they would be assigned to

Patrol and protect Air Force Aircraft worth over 2 Billion Dollars

Police Officer

Tonawanda Police Department
Tonawanda
08.2017 - 01.2019
  • Patrolled a city of 10,000 residents
  • Assigned to handle misdemeanor cases and felonies
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.

Police Officer

Memphis Police
Memphis
08.2015 - 08.2017
  • Patrolled the South precinct with over 200,000 residents
  • Answered approximately 7,000 calls in two years
  • Enforce the Laws of Tennessee and the Ordinances of the City of Memphis

Education

Radiological Technologist - Radiology

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
08-2023

Bachelor of Science - Coaching Education

University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
05-2022

Skills

  • Criminal investigation
  • Traffic enforcement
  • Community policing
  • Emergency response
  • Conflict resolution
  • Report writing

Accomplishments

  • University of Memphis Ralph Hately Leadership Award 2022
  • Deans List Arkansas State 2023

Timeline

Deputy Sheriff

Craighead County Sheriffs Office
09.2024 - Current

Radiologic Technologist

NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital
11.2023 - 09.2024

Health Unit Coordinator

St. Bernards Medical Center
06.2023 - 11.2023

Catastrophe Claims Adjuster

The Travelers Insurance
10.2022 - 06.2023

Police Officer

Memphis Police
01.2019 - 10.2022

Police Officer

Tonawanda Police Department
08.2017 - 01.2019

Air Force Security Forces

Tennessee Air National Guard
06.2016 - 06.2022

Police Officer

Memphis Police
08.2015 - 08.2017

Radiological Technologist - Radiology

Arkansas State University

Bachelor of Science - Coaching Education

University of Memphis
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