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Misty Edwards

Wilmington

Summary

Dedicated and highly disciplined Police Corporal with over eight years of progressive law enforcement experience, including leadership, patrol supervision, and community engagement. Proven ability to lead teams effectively in high-pressure environments while upholding the highest standards of integrity, public service, and officer safety. Skilled in conducting investigations, training junior officers, enforcing laws, and building trust within diverse communities. Strong background in conflict resolution, tactical operations, and critical decision-making. Committed to promoting a safe and secure environment through strategic leadership and exemplary conduct

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Corporal

Wrightsville Beach Police Department
06.2023 - Current
  • Serve as Field Training Officer, train newly hired officers, recent graduates from Basic Law Enforcement Training, or newly assigned officers to specialized positions; maintaining documentation of job performance and make personnel recommendations within authority guidelines
  • Investigate criminal activity; arrest perpetrators of crime; serve arrest warrants and subpoenas; prepares and submits incident reports; determines whether a problem should be brought to the attention of higher-level supervisory personnel; conducts minor crime scene evidence collection
  • Serve as assistant supervisor to the Shift Supervisor, with authority and accountability for an assigned squad by: conducting training; providing orientation to officers on proper protocol for squad changes or specialized assignments; providing feedback to Shift Supervisor on observation of officer’s performance; issuing equipment; reviewing officer incident reports for accuracy; conducting monthly police vehicle inspections on assigned squad
  • In the absence of the sergeant take responsibility to direct activities of incidents until relieved, including evaluation of criticality of the incident, securing scene, and resource allocation, such as specialty needs; communication with chain of command

Police Officer (MPO)

Wrightsville Beach Police Department
05.2022 - 06.2023
  • Enforced local ordinances and North Carolina state laws while responding to a variety of service calls, including noise violations, intoxicated individuals, traffic collisions, and active disturbances or fights
  • Focusing on community engagement, traffic enforcement, and public safety during both peak tourist seasons and off-peak periods.
  • Attended and participated in DWI checking stations, assisting in the detection and apprehension of impaired drivers to promote roadway safety and reduce alcohol-related incidents
  • Conducted foot patrols in the central bar district to deter fights, maintain a visible police presence, and foster positive relationships with business owners and community members.
  • Performed beach patrols to ensure public safety, enforce town ordinances and address quality-of-life concerns.

Special Operations (Center City Unit)

Greenville Police Department
10.2019 - 04.2022
  • Responsible for patrolling and overseeing law enforcement operations in the downtown district and high-crime areas throughout the City of Greenville, ensuring public safety and rapid response to incidents.
  • Provided support to the Violent Crime Apprehension Team, contributing to the identification, tracking, and arrest of violent offenders
  • Tasked with saturating high-crime areas and zones experiencing spikes in violent crime, utilizing proactive patrol strategies to deter criminal activity and enhance public safety
  • Conducted investigations into illegal drug sales and participated in covert operations.
  • Tasked with collaborating closely with the Gun Crimes Unit to investigate and combat firearms-related offenses
  • Collaborated closely with the Criminal Investigation Division to assist in solving cold cases and unresolved criminal investigations, evidence gathering, and case development.
  • Investigated and successfully resolved fatal traffic collisions

Police Officer (PFC)

Greenville Police Department
02.2017 - 10.2019
  • Responded to calls for service, providing timely and professional assistance to the community while addressing a wide range of law enforcement incidents.
  • Conducted traffic enforcement, performed foot patrols, and completed business checks to ensure compliance with laws, deter criminal activity, and maintain public safety.
  • Responded to and investigated a range of incidents, including larcenies, armed robberies, shootings, stabbings, and death investigations.
  • Served as a Civil Disturbance Unit (CDU) team member; actively deployed during incidents of civil unrest to maintain public order and ensure community safety.

Education

Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) -

Pitt Community College
Greenville, NC
12.2016

College Education - General Education

Pitt Community College
Greenville, NC
05.2015

Skills

    Communication

    Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

    Emotional Intelligence

    Attention to Detail

    Integrity and Ethics

    Teamwork and Collaboration

Certification

  • NHTSA DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
  • Intox EC/IR II Operator
  • Speed Measuring Instrument Radar Operator
  • FEMA NIMS
  • FEMA ICS
  • TASER
  • First Aid & CPR
  • First Line Supervision, Basic Gang Investigations, Warrantless Searches, Verbal Judo
  • International Police Mountain Bikes Association (IPMBA)
  • Civil Disturbance training

Timeline

Corporal

Wrightsville Beach Police Department
06.2023 - Current

Police Officer (MPO)

Wrightsville Beach Police Department
05.2022 - 06.2023

Special Operations (Center City Unit)

Greenville Police Department
10.2019 - 04.2022

Police Officer (PFC)

Greenville Police Department
02.2017 - 10.2019

College Education - General Education

Pitt Community College

Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) -

Pitt Community College

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