Trevor Legg
Sulphur ,LA
Summary
Accomplished Patrol Officer and 9 year active duty combat veteran with a proven track record in crime prevention and team building, honed at Lake Charles Police Department. Excelled in high-stress environments, ensuring zero loss of $750,000 in equipment and leading critical combat operations. Skilled in weapons training and fostering unit cohesion, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and results-driven leadership.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Officer
Lake Charles Police Department
09.2021 - Current
- Calcasieu Parish Reginal Law Enforcement Academy President
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Preformed numerous detentions and arrests with zero Officer safety violations
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Responded promptly to calls for protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances and general public service calls.
- Investigated crimes and accidents while administering first aid, securing perimeters and accident scenes and identifying and preserving evidence.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Infantryman (11B)
US ARMY
09.2011 - 06.2020
- Two combat deployments to Afghanistan consisting of small unit tactics and four direct combat engagements with enemy forces
- Supervised and assisted thirty to forty-five soldiers on operations, intelligence and risk assessments daily
- Maintained accountability of more than $ 750,000 in high-value equipment, maintaining zero loss record over career in armed forced
- Performed in combat situations with speed, efficiency and knowledge. Able to work under extreme pressures and always able to adapt and overcome
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chemical gear for battle scenarios
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors
- Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother procedures, more efficient workflow and overall team growth
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives
Welder
Box Elder Job Corps
07.2009 - 07.2011
- Inspected and repaired components to implement corrective action
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment and being recognized for such actions
- Sustained safety protocols and ensured proper, cost-effective and accurate handling of equipment and materials
- Inspected grooves, angles and gap allowances with micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames
- Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type
- Operated Shielded Metal Arc Welder, Oxygen-Acetylene torch, Plasma cutter, Gas Metal Arc Welder, and all types of grinders
Education
Associate of Science - Associates in Criminal Justice
Purdue University
Online2020
Skills
- Crime Prevention
- Weapons training
- Warrant procedures
- Witness interviews
- Patrolling areas
- Briefing leadership
- Security clearance
- Attention to Detail
- Team building
- Training expertise
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of thirty to forty-five soldiers
- Achieved Honors in all Military schools attended (reserved for the top 20%)
- Achieved the position of Platoon Sergeant ( Senior Leader ) in five years. Normal attainability ( 9 to 13 years)
- Calcasieu Regional Law Enforcement Academy President
Hobbies
Love to work on engines, chassis and almost everything to deal with automobiles.
Timeline
Patrol Officer
Lake Charles Police Department
09.2021 - Current
Infantryman (11B)
US ARMY
09.2011 - 06.2020
Welder
Box Elder Job Corps
07.2009 - 07.2011
Associate of Science - Associates in Criminal Justice
Purdue University
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