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Traci M. Prideaux

Visalia

Summary

My primary objective is to obtain full-time employment where I can implement my current law enforcement skill set into an investigative position.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Academy Scenario Evaluator

College of the Sequoias
08.2022 - Current
  • -Final evaluation and grading of cadet scenario testing prior to graduation from the Tulare-Kings Basic Police Academy
  • -Mentoring academy cadets throughout the academy so that they can successfully graduate and become full-time peace officers

Police Sergeant

Exeter Police Department
12.2020 - Current
  • -Exeter School District School Resource Officer for 2021/2022 school years
  • -Detective (Investigations)
  • -Detective in charge of investigations pertaining to suspected child abuse reports, suspected elder abuse reports, violent crimes, domestic violence, gang related crimes, and sexual assault
  • -Proficient in court testimony as a professional on the above listed subject matters
  • -Preparation of highly detailed and organized reports related to crime investigation
  • -Assist with the training of officers on investigation techniques, warrant preparation and case management
  • -Mentor to Exeter Police Department academy trainees during the academy process
  • -Police Sergeant in charge of various administrative duties including scheduling, investigations, school resources and assistance with supervision to day shift patrol as needed
  • -2023 Exeter Police Department Employee of the Year / 2024 Knights of Columbus Employee of the Year recipient

Emergency Dispatcher III

Tulare County Sheriff's Office
10.2018 - 12.2020
  • -Dispatch Shift Supervisor
  • -Supervision of up to 8-10 employees at a time
  • -Operation of the primary 9-1-1 phone system for Tulare County
  • -Operation of primary police radio channels for Tulare County
  • -Maintain employee records, conduct verbal or written discipline when needed
  • -Use of various computer systems including but not limited to email, Word, Excel, Computer-Aided Dispatch systems

Emergency Dispatcher II

Tulare County Fire Department
03.2011 - 10.2018
  • -Answering business, non-emergency and 911 phone calls to assist the public in their times of need
  • -Use of several computer systems simultaneously, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Computer-Aided dispatch, and other fire/EMS related applications
  • -Handled high stress situations with calm and ease

Education

Diploma -

Exeter High School
Exeter, CA

Certificate of Completion - undefined

Tulare-Kings Basic Police Academy
Visalia, CA

Basic Certificate - undefined

Commission on POST

Certificate - Interview & Interrogation, Use of Force Documentation

Behavioral Analysis Training Institute
Santa Rosa, CA

Advanced Course - undefined

Institute of Criminal Investigations- The Academy
Monterey, CA

Skills

  • Communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Report Preparation
  • Leadership
  • Community Relations

Timeline

Academy Scenario Evaluator

College of the Sequoias
08.2022 - Current

Police Sergeant

Exeter Police Department
12.2020 - Current

Emergency Dispatcher III

Tulare County Sheriff's Office
10.2018 - 12.2020

Emergency Dispatcher II

Tulare County Fire Department
03.2011 - 10.2018

Certificate of Completion - undefined

Tulare-Kings Basic Police Academy

Basic Certificate - undefined

Commission on POST

Certificate - Interview & Interrogation, Use of Force Documentation

Behavioral Analysis Training Institute

Advanced Course - undefined

Institute of Criminal Investigations- The Academy

Diploma -

Exeter High School
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