Thomas Smylie
Meridian
Summary
A career spent in service to others as a first responder performing rescue operations and law enforcement.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wasilla Police Officer
City of Wasilla, Alaska
07.2012 - 01.2017
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Participated in multi-agency task forces with US Marshals, Secret Service, and Customs Border Patrol.
Chief Warrant Officer Marine Safety & Security
U.S. Coast Guard - Sector Anchorage
06.2005 - 01.2011
- Developed and implemented new policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure mission readiness.
- Enforcement and inspection of United States and International Maritime vessels, in accordance with United States and International Laws and regulations.
- Command Duty Officer for Northern and Central Alaska, responsible for coordination of maritime search & rescue operations, maritime environmental disasters, maritime law enforcement, and inter-agency responses.
Helicopter Rescue Swimmer
United States Coast Guard Air Stations
06.1980 - 06.2005
- Performed pre-flight inspections of helicopter and related equipment to ensure safe operations.
- Conducted rescue missions in all types of weather conditions, day or night.
- Provided medical attention to victims while en route to hospital or other medical facilities.
- Trained new personnel on proper safety protocols for helicopter rescue operations.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Coordinated with local emergency services during search and rescue missions.
- Utilized communication systems such as radios and satellite phones to coordinate with ground personnel during rescue missions.
Skills
- Criminal Investigation
- Community Engagement
- Defense and Arrest Tactics
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency response
- Firearms proficiency
- Decision-making
- Patrol Procedures
- Court Testimony
- Law Enforcement
- Domestic Violence Prevention
- Community-Oriented Policing
- Criminal Law
Accomplishments
- Alaska Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
- Multiple awards for Search and Rescue operations
Certification
- Alaska Police Officer Certification (POST)
- Helicopter Rescue Swimmer Flight instructor
- EMT III (advanced aviation medical technician)
- Critical Incident Stress Management (critical incidents and line of duty deaths)
- Critical Incident Team (response to mental individuals incidents)
Timeline
Wasilla Police Officer
City of Wasilla, Alaska
07.2012 - 01.2017
Chief Warrant Officer Marine Safety & Security
U.S. Coast Guard - Sector Anchorage
06.2005 - 01.2011
Helicopter Rescue Swimmer
United States Coast Guard Air Stations
06.1980 - 06.2005