Timothy Bell
Police Officer (Retired)
Middleburg,FL
Summary
Was a Police Officer with over 26 years of experience in Patrol, Detective, and Warrants Units with the Clay County Sheriff's Office. Knowledgeable about writing and reviewing reports, applying data-driven approaches and promoting community-oriented mentality. Exceptional skills in conflict deescalation, crowd control, and criminal law. I served on the Honor Guard and Hostage Negotiator Unit.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Patrol Deputy
Clay County Sheriff's Office
Middleburg
04.1994 - 12.2020
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Accurately investigated cases while preparing, submitting and aiding prosecution.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, interview transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Directed criminal investigations of crimes such as sexual assault, robbery, theft and homicide.
- Sorted, organized and eliminated tips on daily basis to keep open investigations moving forward.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
Soldier- Supply Clerk
Florida Army National Guard
Starke, FL
02.1990 - 04.1994
- Analyzed and adjusted inconsistencies in automated supply accounting system.
- Held oversight of office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving.
- Oversaw supply requests, accountability and receipts.
- Organized and maintained stock records and documents.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
- Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Secured and protected military property, assets and personnel.
Aviation Storekeeper
United States Navy
Jacksonville, FL
07.1985 - 10.1989
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Middleburg High School
Middleburg, FL 08.1982 - 06.1985
No Degree - Criminal Justice Law Enforcement
Lake City Community College
Lake City, FL 03.1993 - 01.1994
Skills
Criminal Investigations
undefinedTimeline
Patrol Deputy
Clay County Sheriff's Office
04.1994 - 12.2020
No Degree - Criminal Justice Law Enforcement
Lake City Community College
03.1993 - 01.1994
Soldier- Supply Clerk
Florida Army National Guard
02.1990 - 04.1994
Aviation Storekeeper
United States Navy
07.1985 - 10.1989
High School Diploma -
Middleburg High School
08.1982 - 06.1985
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