Kim Talley
Saint Martinville
Summary
Experienced law enforcement professional recognized for exceptional conflict de-escalation and investigative skills. Focused on strengthening community relations and ensuring public safety through proactive engagement and responsive emergency services. Seasoned Law Enforcement Officer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in criminal investigations, community policing, and tactical response. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring successful outcomes in challenging environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Enforcement Officer
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
St. Martinville
09.2000 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety in St. Martin Parish.
- Utilized communication systems for effective coordination during emergencies.
- Engaged in community outreach programs to educate the public on crime prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and promote safety initiatives.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents and observations for legal proceedings.
- Conducted routine patrols of assigned areas to prevent, reduce and detect criminal activity and responded to emergency situations requiring law enforcement intervention; monitored and enforced traffic laws and ordinances and issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance in critical situations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and enforce laws.
- Assisted citizens with non-emergency requests such as providing directions or helping unlock cars.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to improve relations between police officers and citizens.
- Observed court proceedings to provide security for judges, juries, attorneys, and the public.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter crime and respond to incidents promptly.
- Maintained proficiency in firearms use through regular training sessions at a shooting range.
- Apprehended violators by using physical force or other legal means.
- Searched individuals for contraband items such as drugs or weapons.
- Researched case law related to specific matters under investigation.
- Prepared written reports of daily activities and irregularities such as equipment or property damage.
- Liaised between public and police department, strengthening relationships, communications and trust between neighbors and police.
- Coordinated with local, federal and interstate law enforcement agencies to apprehend suspects; Mirandized suspects upon apprehension.
- Provided testimony in court regarding investigations conducted or evidence collected.
- Fostered personal and professional relationships with community members to create safer environments for police and citizens.
- Interviewed victims, witnesses, suspects, and informants to obtain information about crimes.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for criminal prosecution case logs, records, reports and agendas.
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Attained staff feedback to deliver information to superiors for corrective action.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
Civil Deputy
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Martinville
08.2020 - 12.2025
- Enforced regulations and policies within civil operations of the Sheriff's Office.
- Coordinated civil process services and maintained accurate documentation.
- Facilitated communication between law enforcement and community members.
- Monitored compliance with local ordinances during civil activities.
- Enforced court orders by seizing assets, executing evictions and collecting debts.
- Provided customer service assistance at the courthouse when necessary.
- Prepared affidavits of service verifying that documents have been properly served upon parties involved in a case.
- Performed administrative tasks including filing motions, scheduling conferences and preparing reports for review by supervisors.
- Transported prisoners when required during transport operations between jails and courts.
- Assisted in preparing legal documents such as summons, subpoenas and writs of execution.
- Monitored compliance with court-ordered judgments, decrees and injunctions.
- Assembled photographs with printed license information to produce completed documents.
Detective
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Martinville
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal activities and evidence collection.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to coordinate operations and share intelligence.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to gather information and develop case strategies.
- Analyzed crime scenes to identify patterns and potential leads for ongoing cases.
- Prepared detailed reports on findings, ensuring clarity and accuracy for legal proceedings.
- Testified in court regarding investigative processes and findings as a key witness.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation of criminal activities.
- Maintained professional relationships with members of the community while conducting investigations.
- Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
- Collected, preserved, and analyzed evidence such as fingerprints, weapons, documents, drugs.
- Reviewed police records and other information sources to obtain leads in cases.
- Obtained search warrants and executed them to gather evidence related to a case.
- Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
- Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
- Identified patterns in criminal behavior that could be used for future investigations.
- Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
- Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
- Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
- Served subpoenas and other legal documents related to investigations.
Patrol Officer
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Martinville
03.2013 - 05.2020
- Conducted routine patrols to ensure community safety and deter criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate assistance to citizens in need.
- Enforced local laws and regulations while maintaining public order and safety.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations for documentation purposes.
- Collaborated with local agencies to address community concerns and enhance safety initiatives.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and foster positive relationships.
- Assisted in traffic control during events, ensuring smooth flow of vehicles and pedestrians.
- Participated in training programs to stay updated on law enforcement best practices and procedures.
- Responded to radio dispatches regarding disturbances or criminal acts in progress.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
- Attended regular training sessions on new law enforcement techniques and procedures.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
- Performed first aid as needed in emergency situations.
- Served warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
- Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
- Assisted with crowd control at special events or protests.
- Enforced local ordinances related to parking violations or other minor infractions.
- Operated radar equipment to monitor speed limits on highways and roads.
- Prepared detailed reports about daily activities and investigations conducted.
Civil Sergeant
St. Martinville
Saint Martinville
09.2008 - 09.2012
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Civil Deputy
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
Saint Martinville
03.2005 - 09.2008
- Enforced regulations and policies within civil operations of the Sheriff's Office.
- Coordinated civil process services and maintained accurate documentation.
- Monitored compliance with local ordinances during civil activities.
- Reviewed case files to ensure proper handling of civil matters.
- Prepared reports on civil enforcement activities for departmental review.
- Enforced court orders by seizing assets, executing evictions and collecting debts.
- Provided customer service assistance at the courthouse when necessary.
- Prepared affidavits of service verifying that documents have been properly served upon parties involved in a case.
- Attended hearings, trials and depositions as needed to fulfill duties assigned by the court or attorney.
- Managed case files, organized paperwork and maintained records for all civil matters.
- Conducted research on civil cases to ensure accuracy of court orders.
- Transported prisoners when required during transport operations between jails and courts.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information at all times.
- Monitored compliance with court-ordered judgments, decrees and injunctions.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Martinville High School
Saint Martinville, LA05-1996
Skills
- Criminal investigation
- Emergency response
- Traffic enforcement
- Public relations
- Community engagement
- Leadership skills
- Decision making
- Self-defense techniques
- Investigative skills
- Arrest techniques
- Traffic control
- Evidence collection
- Patrol procedures
- Community policing
- Patience and empathy
- Courtroom testimony
- Assigning work
- Traffic direction
- Conflict de-escalation
- Tactical driving
- Exceptional problem solver
- Evidence collection and evaluation
- Self-defense training
- Suspect interrogation
- Evidence collection protocols
- Arrest and detention
- Criminal investigations
- Defensive tactics training
- CPR/First aid certified
- Traffic laws
- Law enforcement
- Domestic violence prevention
Timeline
Civil Deputy
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
08.2020 - 12.2025
Detective
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
05.2020 - 08.2020
Patrol Officer
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
03.2013 - 05.2020
Civil Sergeant
St. Martinville
09.2008 - 09.2012
Civil Deputy
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
03.2005 - 09.2008
Law Enforcement Officer
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office
09.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
St. Martinville High School