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Charles Sharpe Jr

Smoaks

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated law enforcement professional with 38 years of experience in the Public Safety Field. Proven expertise in emergency vehicle operation and firearms proficiency, complemented by strong leadership skills. Successfully led teams in high-pressure situations, ensuring community safety and effective crime prevention. CPR/First Aid certified, committed to excellence in service.


Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

Town of St George
11.2023 - Current
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Assigned as one of two FTO for the Town
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.

Police Officer

City of West Columbia
05.2019 - 11.2023
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.

Fire Apparatus Engineer

Dorchester County Fire Rescue
08.2017 - 05.2019
  • Cleaned and inspected all equipment.
  • Responded to fire alarms and extinguished fires.
  • Used sophisticated firefighting and rescue equipment.
  • Protected community from house and building fires.
  • Determined causes of fires and preventive efforts for future.

City of Columbia

Tanker Driver
06.2015 - 08.2017

Drove and operated a FD tanker hauling water to emergency scene in Rural Richland County.


Provided First Responder Medical Aid in rural Richland County.


Performed all other related duties as assigned.

Fire Captain

Lexington County Fire Service
11.1987 - 05.2014
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
  • Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.

Education

Brookland Cayce High School
Cayce, SC

No Degree - Various Fire Fighting And Leadership Classes

South Carolina Fire Academy
Columbia, SC

No Degree - Basic Law Enforcement Class 704

South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SC
10-2019

Skills

  • Weapons safety
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Traffic direction
  • Special task forces
  • Radar speed measurement
  • CPR/First aid certified
  • Firearms proficiency
  • Patrol

Accomplishments

I was the first recipient of the "Setting the Barr" award named in honor of Cayce Police Officer Drew Barr who was killed in the line of duty. It was given by the Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber of Commerce.


I have also received multiple life saving awards from The City of West Columbia

Timeline

Police Officer

Town of St George
11.2023 - Current

Police Officer

City of West Columbia
05.2019 - 11.2023

Fire Apparatus Engineer

Dorchester County Fire Rescue
08.2017 - 05.2019

City of Columbia

Tanker Driver
06.2015 - 08.2017

Fire Captain

Lexington County Fire Service
11.1987 - 05.2014

Brookland Cayce High School

No Degree - Various Fire Fighting And Leadership Classes

South Carolina Fire Academy

No Degree - Basic Law Enforcement Class 704

South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
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