Emilie Jackson
Nichols
Summary
Seasoned professional in law enforcement leadership, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in crisis management, strategic planning, and effective team coordination. Excel in communication, critical thinking, and leadership, ensuring successful case resolutions through effective teamwork, and strategic problem-solving.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant of Investigations
Horry County Police Department
Conway
07.2023 - Current
- Employed logic and analytical skills to solve complex problems and identify patterns indicative of criminal activity.
- Coordinated resource distribution efficiently outside of regular hours and within standard work time frames.
- Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas, and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, arrest warrants, and case files.
- Provided technical assistance and training to subordinate personnel on investigative techniques and procedures.
- Performed administrative functions such as preparing reports, maintaining records systems, scheduling meetings and training sessions.
- Monitored investigative progress on a daily basis to ensure timely completion of assignments.
Crisis Negotiator Team Scribe
Horry County Police Department
Conway
04.2023 - Current
- Monitored radio transmissions and provided updates to commanders regarding ongoing operations.
- Document the communication between the primary negotiator and the target.
- Provide coaching notes from the information gathered during conversation with the target.
Detective
Horry County Police Department
Conway
12.2011 - 06.2023
- Reviewed police records and other information sources to obtain leads in cases.
- Collected comprehensive statements while ensuring professional interactions within the community.
- Obtained warrants to search properties for evidence of criminal activity.
- Initiated undercover operations to investigate suspected criminal activity.
- Organized surveillance operations for investigations.
- Compiled comprehensive documentation to strengthen trial proceedings.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
Environmental Corporal
Horry County Police Department
Conway
04.2010 - 12.2011
- Oversaw accurate documentation processes for animal and environmental incident responses.
- Managed resource allocation during on-call periods outside regular business hours.
- Inspected premises for compliance with state laws and regulations concerning animal care and welfare.
- Educated pet owners on responsible pet ownership practices such as spay and neuter programs and proper vaccination protocols.
- Investigated reports of animal abuse and issued citations and warnings.
- Answered public inquiries regarding animal control and environmental protocols.
Patrol Officer
Horry County Police Department
Conway
10.2006 - 04.2011
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
- Organized police records such as arrest logs or incident reports into a centralized database system.
- Managed crowd control during public gatherings, ensuring order and safety.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Wrote detailed arrest and incident reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Texas of Permian Basin
Odessa, TX06-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Horry Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC06-2005
Skills
- Mentoring staff
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Deadline and results-oriented
- Case file management
Affiliations
- Medal of Valor Recipient
- Board Director for South Carolina Quarter Horse Association
- Sponsorship and Awards committee for South Carolina Quarter Horse Association
- Volunteer with Tennyson Horsemanship with community related events
Accomplishments
- Obtained the FBI Trilogy Award in December 2024
Certification
- Southern Police Institute Advanced Homicide Training 80 hour
- Principles of Supervision through SCCJA
- FBI Evidence Response Team Crime Scene Management
- NAMI CIT Training 35 Hours
- FBI 3 Day Advanced Negotiations Course
- FBI Crisis Negotiations Special Topics Seminar 8 Hours
- Individual Crisis Intervention and Peer Support 13 Contact Hours
- Group Crisis Intervention 14 Contact Hours
Timeline
Sergeant of Investigations
Horry County Police Department
07.2023 - Current
Crisis Negotiator Team Scribe
Horry County Police Department
04.2023 - Current
Detective
Horry County Police Department
12.2011 - 06.2023
Environmental Corporal
Horry County Police Department
04.2010 - 12.2011
Patrol Officer
Horry County Police Department
10.2006 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Texas of Permian Basin
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Horry Georgetown Technical College
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