Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline

James Yowell

Fayetteville Police Department
Hope Mills
James Yowell
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience

Organized Crime Unit Sergeant with a proven track record in leading investigations and mentoring junior investigators. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities and fostering collaboration across agencies to enhance community safety.

Committed to fostering inter-agency collaboration and ensuring operational excellence in high-pressure environments. Certified Police Instructor for North Carolina Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)

Work History

Organized Crime Unit Sergeant

3 Years 10 Months
Fayetteville Police Department | 09.2022 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
  • Mentored junior investigators, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
  • Conducted investigations, gathering evidence and coordinating with multiple agencies to resolve cases effectively.
  • Led departmental meetings, facilitating communication between leadership and staff on operational goals.
  • Evaluated investigator performance, providing constructive feedback to promote accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
  • Oversaw evidence collection and management to maintain proper chain of custody in criminal cases.
  • Strengthened inter-agency cooperation, fostering partnerships with other law enforcement agencies for joint initiatives.
  • Conducted regular audits of department operations, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures while identifying areas for improvement.
  • Monitored development of new technologies and tactics to improve police department activities.
  • Led multi-disciplinary task forces, combining resources from various agencies to address complex criminal issues effectively.
  • Facilitated inter-agency collaborations, enriching investigative resources and expertise available for complex cases.
  • Oversaw department's budget, optimizing resource allocation to meet operational needs effectively.
  • Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
  • Liaised with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of security personnel to identify weaknesses and provide feedback for improvement.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into serious crimes, resulting in significant case closures and community safety improvements.

Community Engagement Team Sergeant

1 Year 3 Months
Fayetteville Police Dept, | 06.2021 - 09.2022
  • Led community outreach initiatives, fostering relationships between police department and local residents for improved trust.
  • Administered disciplinary actions in accordance with departmental regulations, maintaining integrity within the force.
  • Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for crime reduction, witnessing noticeable decrease in local criminal activities.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into serious crimes, resulting in significant case closures and community safety improvements.
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Led training programs for new officers, enhancing team performance and knowledge.
  • Analyzed crime data trends, implementing strategies to reduce incidents in the community.
  • Developed community outreach initiatives, fostering positive relationships between police and residents.
  • Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on tactical decision-making and conflict resolution.
  • Facilitated communication between command staff and subordinates, promoting transparency and resolving conflicts efficiently.
  • Implemented proactive community policing strategies to build trust between officers and residents in high-crime areas.
  • Spearheaded community outreach programs, strengthening police-community relations.

Uniform Patrol Sergeant

2 Years 7 Months
Fayetteville Police Department | 01.2019 - 08.2021
  • Supervised daily operations of patrol units, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to resolve cases effectively.
  • Mentored junior officers, providing training on best practices in law enforcement techniques and community engagement.
  • Developed strategic plans for crime prevention initiatives, enhancing community safety and reducing incidents.
  • Reviewed incident reports for accuracy and compliance, ensuring proper documentation of all activities performed by officers.
  • Analyzed crime trends using data-driven approaches to inform resource allocation and operational strategies.
  • Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
  • Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to [Number] officers.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
  • Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on best practices for policing techniques and career advancement opportunities.
  • Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Provided critical incident command during emergency situations, directing response efforts to protect public safety swiftly.
  • Conducted internal investigations, addressing both ethical violations and procedural discrepancies among officers.
  • Established and enforced employee performance policies.
  • Implemented proactive community policing strategies to build trust between officers and residents in high-crime areas.

Federal Task Force Officer

3 Years
Drug Enforcement Administration | 01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Conducted intelligence gathering to support drug enforcement operations and investigations.
  • Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies to coordinate task force efforts.
  • Developed operational plans to enhance efficiency in narcotics enforcement initiatives.
  • Led training sessions for junior officers on tactical procedures and investigative techniques.

Federal Task Force Officer

4 Years 10 Months
Drug Enforcement Administration | 11.2007 - 09.2012
  • Led interagency operations to dismantle drug trafficking organizations.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for intelligence gathering and analysis.
  • Coordinated multi-agency task forces to enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Trained junior officers on investigation techniques and protocols.

Emergency Response Team Member

7 Years 9 Months
Fayetteville Police Department | 10.2003 - 07.2011

Participated in police search warrant service, hostage rescue operations, and other tactical police response

Police Narcotics Detective

17 Years 2 Months
Fayetteville Police Department | 10.2002 - 12.2019
  • Conducted undercover operations to disrupt narcotics trafficking networks.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies to enhance investigation strategies and intelligence sharing.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new detectives on narcotics-related investigations.
  • Analyzed evidence and gathered intelligence to support successful prosecutions in drug-related cases.

Police Officer

1 Year 10 Months
Fayetteville Police Department | 12.2000 - 10.2002
  • Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
  • Conducted thorough investigations on criminal activities and reported findings accurately.
  • Collaborated with community members to foster trust and improve policing efforts.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring effective resolution of incidents.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Criminology

University of Mount Olive | Mount Olive, NC | 05-2010

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Fayetteville State University | Fayetteville, NC | 05-2026

Skills

Friendly
positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Flexible and adaptable
Dependable and responsible
Problem resolution
Verbal communication

Accomplishments

  • Supervised and coordinated team of over twenty multi-jurisdictional investigative members.
  • Resolved on-going jurisdictional conflicts which led to multiple successful operations, case closures and successful prosecutions.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop statistical data tracking spreadsheets.
  • Managed annual departmental investigative budget subject to independent external audit.
  • Certified General Police Instructor for NCJA Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)

Certification

  • Certified General Police Instructor - October 2015 -Current

Timeline

Organized Crime Unit Sergeant

Fayetteville Police Department
09.2022 - CurrentRead More

Community Engagement Team Sergeant

Fayetteville Police Dept,
06.2021 - 09.2022Read More

Uniform Patrol Sergeant

Fayetteville Police Department
01.2019 - 08.2021Read More

Federal Task Force Officer

Drug Enforcement Administration
01.2016 - 01.2019Read More

Federal Task Force Officer

Drug Enforcement Administration
11.2007 - 09.2012Read More

Emergency Response Team Member

Fayetteville Police Department
10.2003 - 07.2011Read More

Police Narcotics Detective

Fayetteville Police Department
10.2002 - 12.2019Read More

Police Officer

Fayetteville Police Department
12.2000 - 10.2002Read More

Fayetteville State University

Master of Science from Criminal Justice
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University of Mount Olive

Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice And Criminology
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James Yowell