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Brian Butler

Providence Rd W. Charlotte

Summary

Hardworking Lieutenant bringing many years of experience in law enforcement. Detail-oriented and disciplined with strong leadership skills, high integrity, and analytical approach to policing. Focused on making positive impact on department and community through progressive policy development.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Lieutenant- Patrol South

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Charlotte
12.2006 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations of patrol units and ensured compliance with policies.
  • Developed community outreach initiatives to foster positive police-community relations.
  • Managed departmental resources and allocated personnel for various assignments.
  • Collaborated with local agencies on crime prevention strategies and public safety initiatives.
  • Led critical incident responses, ensuring effective communication among emergency teams.
  • Assessed performance of assigned personnel through periodic reviews and evaluations.
  • Managed subordinate supervisors, including assigning work tasks, overseeing daily operations, and providing guidance on complex issues.
  • Met regularly with community groups in order to build relationships with citizens and gain insight into their concerns about safety within the city.

Police Sergeant Freedom

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Charlotte
12.2019 - 12.2024
  • Supervised daily operations of patrol officers in assigned districts.
  • Conducted investigations into criminal activities and gathered evidence.
  • Trained and mentored junior officers on departmental policies and procedures.
  • Evaluated officer performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
  • Developed strategies for crime prevention and community engagement initiatives.
  • Assigned, coordinated and reviewed the work of police officers.
  • Interpreted laws, regulations, policies and procedures to subordinates.

Police Detective - Inhouse Eastway

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Charlotte
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Investigated criminal cases by collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses.
  • Collaborated with forensic teams to analyze crime scene data and reports.
  • Developed case files by documenting findings and maintaining accurate records.
  • Prepared detailed reports for court proceedings and presented findings as needed.
  • Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies for joint investigations and operations.
  • Conducted follow-up interviews to clarify information and strengthen cases.
  • Consulted with prosecutors regarding the development of criminal cases.
  • Prepared arrest warrants based on evidence collected during investigations.
  • Evaluated the credibility of witnesses and suspects during interviews.
  • Checked with local pawnshops to locate stolen property.
  • Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
  • Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.

Police Detective - Crime Reduction Unit Eastway

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Charlotte
09.2009 - 03.2015
  • Created process to capture, integrate, and maintain data supporting field information applications.
  • Shortened criminal investigation lead time, executing operational protocol for criminal and non-criminal violations.
  • Interviewed witnesses and persons of interest to gather statements for use in criminal investigations.
  • Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
  • Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
  • Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
  • Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
  • Developed strategies for apprehending suspects involved in criminal cases.
  • Conducted surveillance operations to monitor suspect activities.

Education

Command College -

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
10-2020

Master of Science - Health And Human Services/Counseling

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
04-2018

Advanced Law Certificate -

State of North Carolina
North Carolina
04-2018

Skills

  • Resource allocation
  • Community engagement
  • Crisis management
  • Crime prevention strategies
  • Collaboration with agencies
  • Leadership skills
  • Team building
  • Decision making
  • Effective communication
  • Workload balancing
  • Active shooter training
  • Personnel supervision
  • Criminal law

Timeline

Police Sergeant Freedom

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
12.2019 - 12.2024

Police Detective - Inhouse Eastway

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
01.2016 - 12.2019

Police Detective - Crime Reduction Unit Eastway

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
09.2009 - 03.2015

Police Lieutenant- Patrol South

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
12.2006 - Current

Command College -

Central Piedmont Community College

Master of Science - Health And Human Services/Counseling

Liberty University

Advanced Law Certificate -

State of North Carolina
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