Tonya Castle-Faison
Geismar
Summary
Experienced Process Server with expertise in serving subpoenas, writs, and legal documents to diverse individuals. Demonstrates professionalism in high-pressure situations while effectively organizing and prioritizing tasks. Skilled in skip tracing techniques to locate individuals evading summons.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civil Process Server
Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office
Gonzales
08.2014 - 06.2025
- Worked closely with law enforcement personnel during high-risk serves when necessary.
- Served legal documents such as eviction notices, wage garnishments and small claims judgments.
- Accurately documented all activity related to assigned processes.
- Transported legal documents in a secure manner while adhering to state regulations governing the transport of confidential materials.
- Responded promptly to client inquiries regarding status updates on pending assignments or new requests for services.
- Delivered summonses, subpoenas, complaints, orders and writs for various courts and agencies.
- Maintained records of all served documents in accordance with applicable laws.
- Provided proof of service affidavits to attorneys upon completion of assignments.
- Notified clients of successful or unsuccessful service attempts.
- Verified addresses prior to attempting service at locations where individuals may be difficult to locate.
- Utilized a variety of research tools including public records databases, internet search engines and social media networks to obtain pertinent information on potential defendants.
- Delivered papers to witnesses, defendants and other parties deemed necessary by courts.
- Operated as independent court runner and process server.
- Recorded time and place of delivery of each court order.
Patrol Deputy
Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office
Gonzales
09.2020 - 04.2024
- Responded to emergency calls for service such as domestic disputes or robberies in progress.
- Performed crowd control duties at events such as concerts or sporting events.
- Conducted traffic stops for violations of the law, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Observed suspects while on foot patrol or by vehicle patrol.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to obtain information about incidents being investigated.
- Monitored security cameras in designated areas.
- Inspected buildings for signs of forced entry or other criminal activities.
- Investigated complaints from citizens, documented reports and collected evidence.
- Attended court hearings to present evidence in criminal cases.
- Instructed community members on crime prevention methods and techniques.
- Gave presentations about safety topics at schools, churches, and civic organizations.
- Assisted other law enforcement agencies with investigations as requested.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity, enforce laws and ensure public safety.
- Participated in search operations for missing persons or fugitives.
- Provided assistance to victims of crimes and accidents.
- Participated in training sessions related to law enforcement tactics, firearms use.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities including incident reports.
- Accompanied animal control officers on calls involving dangerous animals.
- Ensured compliance with department policies and procedures related to patrolling duties.
- Apprehended, arrested and detained criminal suspects and law violators.
- Gathered and bagged evidence at crime scenes.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to gather information on suspects and criminal activities.
- Responded to major interstate vehicular accidents with fatalities or serious injuries.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies on joint operations and investigations.
- Provided first aid and emergency assistance when necessary, prioritizing public safety.
- Operated law enforcement equipment and vehicles effectively during patrols and responses.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with local businesses and stakeholders to enhance community policing efforts.
- Responded promptly to calls for service, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
Communications Specialist
Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office
Gonzales
04.2009 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with colleagues across departments to ensure consistency in messaging across all channels of communication.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance from law enforcement personnel in the field.
- Dispatched medical crews to accident scenes according to severity of injuries reported by witnesses or victims.
- Provided pre-arrival instructions to callers in life threatening situations.
- Compiled statistical data related to 911 calls received such as response times and types of calls handled.
- Received, evaluated and prioritized incoming emergency calls from the public; dispatching appropriate personnel and equipment.
- Entered pertinent information into computer aided dispatch system; maintained detailed records of all dispatched calls.
- Researched criminal history data utilizing law enforcement databases; provided necessary information to officers in the field.
- Coordinated activities between multiple agencies during emergency situations.
- Utilized multi-line telephone system to answer inquiries from the public regarding emergencies, non-emergencies, police services.
- Ensured that all policies and procedures were followed in accordance with local laws and regulations governing 911 services.
- Participated in drills designed to test emergency preparedness procedures; documented results for review.
- Maintained contact with field units via radio or telephone; monitored their safety and progress of their assigned tasks.
- Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
- Dispatched calls to relevant police, fire or medical response personnel depending on individual call situations.
- Took caller information, read associated computer information and documented vital details in call tracking and assignment system.
- Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to promptly dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.
- Dispatched police officers and emergency personnel to calls for service.
- Assisted departments with special requests for assistance and BOLOs.
- Advised personnel about accidents, weather conditions or other hazards.
- Researched vehicle, wanted and missing persons information.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Remington College
Baton Rouge, LA11-2008
High School Diploma -
McKinley Senior High School
Baton Rouge, LA05-1992
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
River Parish Community College
Gonzales, LASkills
- Legal document service
- Address verification
- Proof of service
- Record keeping
- Client communication
- Attention to detail
- Summonses delivery
- Defendant tracking
- Database searching
Affiliations
- Volunteer with youth and disadvantaged people
- Active in my church
- Exercise/kickboxing
- Participate in and attend sports events
- Spend quality time with familly and friends
Accomplishments
- Service award for assisting St. John Parish Sheriff's Office during the aftermath of their officers were abushed in 2012. Promoted to Dispatch Supervisor after to years of service to the office.
Certification
- P.O.S.T. Certified since October 2015
- Crisis Intervention Stress Management peer
- Trained in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patrol Deputy
Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office
09.2020 - 04.2024
Civil Process Server
Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office
08.2014 - 06.2025
Communications Specialist
Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office
04.2009 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Remington College
High School Diploma -
McKinley Senior High School
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
River Parish Community College
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