Steven Smith
Stanley
Summary
I am a Dedicated Law Enforcement Officer with 4 years of experience in a variety of capacities starting my career in the detention center at Iredell County, then going to patrol at Newton Police Department, and now I work as a School Resource Officer in Buncombe County. I am a law enforcement professional accustomed to assisting in criminal investigations, including evidence identification and documentation. many years of law enforcement experience. Excellent skills in drug interdiction, criminal apprehension, and community relations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office
Asheville
05.2023 - Current
- I am a School Resource officer
- My duties include ensuring the safety and security of any of my 3 assigned Elementary schools
- Additional duties include serving warrants along with various civil papers and making sure there are no illegal substances or paraphernalia on the school property
Police Officer
Newton Police Department
Newton
12.2021 - 07.2022
- My duties were to enforce local, state, and federal laws to maintain public safety and order
- Conduct patrols of assigned areas to deter crime and respond to emergency calls
- Arrest and process suspects, ensuring their rights are upheld during the arrest and booking process
- Write detailed reports documenting incidents, investigations, and arrests
- Help and support to victims of crimes and accidents
- Attend training sessions and workshops to stay updated on the latest laws, techniques, and technologies in law enforcement
Detention Deputy
Iredell County Sheriff’s Office
Statesville
12.2019 - 12.2021
- My duties included supervising and monitoring inmates in a correctional facility, ensuring their safety and security
- Conducting searches of inmates, cells, and common areas to prevent the smuggling of contraband
- Enforcing facility rules and regulations and intervening in conflicts and disturbances as necessary
- Document inmate behavior, incidents, and disciplinary actions
Education
Assoc. Degree - Phi Beta Kappa Honor Soc.
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC07.2025
H.S. Diploma -
Newton Conover High School
Newton, NC06.2017
Skills
- Leadership
- Criminal law knowledge
- Law enforcement procedures
- Law enforcement regulations
- Physical fitness
- Self-defense
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- De-escalation techniques
- Attention to detail
- Record keeping
- Proficient in computer applications
- Proficient in software relevant to law enforcement operations
- Report writing
- Crisis management
- Team leadership
- Adaptability
Certification
- Taser 7
- Critical Incident Trained (C.I.T.)
- Basic Law Enforcement (B.L.E.T.)
- Fema IS-100, 200, 700, 800
- School Resource Officer Cert.
Languages
English
Affiliations
- HIking
- Softball
- Working out
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Deputy
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office
05.2023 - Current
Police Officer
Newton Police Department
12.2021 - 07.2022
Detention Deputy
Iredell County Sheriff’s Office
12.2019 - 12.2021
Assoc. Degree - Phi Beta Kappa Honor Soc.
Richmond Community College
H.S. Diploma -
Newton Conover High School
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