David Jones II
Raleigh
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in law enforcement and military leadership, notably as a Police Sergeant with Cary Police Department. Proven track record in incident management and community policing, enhancing public safety through innovative strategies. Skilled in training development and operational planning, fostering team cohesion and driving performance improvements.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2LT Chaplain Candidate
US Army Reserves, Ft. Jackson, SC
Knightdale
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted with the development of educational programs related to faith formation and religious studies.
- Maintained confidential records regarding patient visits and conversations.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Organized and led worship services in a variety of settings.
- Provided spiritual support to individuals and families in times of crisis or transition.
- Facilitated pastoral care services, such as counseling and spiritual direction.
Police Sergeant
Cary Police Department
Cary
02.2024 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations for patrol shifts of up to 10 officers, ensuring optimal coverage and response efficiency.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to manage security incidents and emergency responses.
- Led complex investigations while enforcing safety protocols and maintaining composure in high-pressure environments.
- Monitored and assessed emerging law enforcement technologies and tactics to enhance departmental effectiveness.
- Reviewed case documentation for accuracy and policy compliance, improving report quality and procedural integrity.
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies to address and reduce local crime trends.
- Promoted community engagement by ensuring officer participation in public events and outreach initiatives.
- Conducted performance evaluations, identified skill gaps, and provided individualized coaching to drive officer development.
- Directed training initiatives as a supervisor for Field Training Officers, ensuring readiness and proficiency.
- Served as Interim Team Commander during SWAT operations, providing strategic oversight and operational leadership.
- Acted as Assistant Sniper Team Leader for Wake Regional SWAT, contributing to mission planning and tactical execution.
- Cross-trained personnel to enhance team versatility, operational coverage, and performance under dynamic conditions.
- Mentored team members daily, fostering professional growth and maintaining high performance standards.
- Facilitated onboarding and training sessions for new recruits, ensuring alignment with departmental expectations.
- Prioritized team objectives, managed task timelines, and ensured progress tracking to meet operational goals.
- Delivered clear, constructive feedback during performance assessments, fostering continual improvement.
- Trained staff in equipment maintenance and led skill-building exercises to reinforce tactical and operational readiness.
Senior Transportation Sergeant (Master Sergeant)
US Army Reserve
Knightdale
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Supervised movement operations for personnel and cargo across multiple transportation modes.
- Kept detailed records of strength, location, and employment of railway personnel equipment.
- Coordinated and implemented operations, administration, training programs, and communications activities.
- Developed truck company security protocols, defense strategies, and map overlays.
- Processed and compiled highway reconnaissance data for motor convoy transport.
Senior Drill Sergeant
US Army Reserve
10.2010 - 05.2024
- Trained, developed, evaluated and motivated team of 4 instructors and 60 trainees
- Oversaw comprehensive training for over 80 soldiers each year.
- Taught and enforced Army values and military standards.
- Maintained and accounted for more than $100,000 in equipment, vehicles and supplies.
- Taught subjects such as basic rifle marksmanship, ceremony and basic combat training programs.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Developed and implemented successful onboarding program.
- Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
Police Corporal
Cary Police Department
Cary
06.2020 - 01.2024
- Advised supervisors on strategies for responding effectively to crime trends.
- Conducted regular inspections of personnel, equipment, and facilities to ensure compliance with standards.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Monitored the performance of subordinates to ensure that job duties are being performed in accordance with established guidelines.
- Assisted police officers during investigations and at crime scenes.
- Participated in meetings with community organizations discussing public safety issues.
- Provided disciplinary action when needed.
Police Officer
Cary Police Department
Cary
07.2011 - 05.2020
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Educated youth groups about the dangers of drug abuse and gang violence.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
88M Motor Transport Operator
US Army
01.2006 - 09.2010
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Sales Representative
Interstate Gas Supply Inc.
01.2007 - 09.2009
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA10.2023
FBI-Leeda Trilogy
FBI-Leeda
Raleigh, NC05.2024
West Point Leadership Program
Methodist University
Fayetteville, NC04.2023
Skills
- Incident management
- Community policing
- Conflict resolution
- Training development
- Performance evaluation
- Emergency response
- Operational leadership
- Team building
- Problem solving
- Public speaking
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical skills
- Community oriented policing
- Organizational skills
- Operational planning
- Budget management
- Continuous improvement
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Tactical operations
Affiliations
- National Tactical Officers Association
- American Sniper Association
- Delta Mu Delta, International Business Honor Society member
- Veteran of Foreign Wars
Certification
- Advanced Law Enforcement Officer - NC Justice Academy
- Army Instructor
- Basic and Advanced SWAT
- Basic and Advanced Sniper
- Sniper supervisor
- Southern Police Institute First Line Supervisor Course.
Additional Information
- Active Secret Clearance with the US Government.
Accomplishments
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achivement Medal
- Police Life Saving Award.
Timeline
2LT Chaplain Candidate
US Army Reserves, Ft. Jackson, SC
01.2025 - Current
Senior Transportation Sergeant (Master Sergeant)
US Army Reserve
06.2024 - 01.2025
Police Sergeant
Cary Police Department
02.2024 - Current
Police Corporal
Cary Police Department
06.2020 - 01.2024
Police Officer
Cary Police Department
07.2011 - 05.2020
Senior Drill Sergeant
US Army Reserve
10.2010 - 05.2024
Sales Representative
Interstate Gas Supply Inc.
01.2007 - 09.2009
88M Motor Transport Operator
US Army
01.2006 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Liberty University
FBI-Leeda Trilogy
FBI-Leeda
West Point Leadership Program
Methodist University
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