Joe Barnes

Experience

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  Stone Mountain Park

  Jul 1998 - Dec 2000

  Police Officer

  I served as a law enforcement officer at Georgia’s most-visited tourist destination, managing large-scale traffic control and ensuring public safety for millions of visitors. As a certified vehicle accident investigator, I contributed to incident management and safety procedures. My role required a balance of quick decision-making and strong communication skills to handle the high volume of tourists and complex situations.

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  City of Snellville

  Dec 2000 - Aug 2010

  As a Police Corporal with the Snellville Police Department, I served as a shift supervisor, leading a team of 5-10 officers and overseeing patrol operations. My role focused on not only ensuring public safety but also on training and mentoring new recruits and building community partnerships through specialized programs.Key Responsibilities: • Supervised daily patrol activities, ensuring law enforcement operations ran smoothly and officers performed their duties to the highest standards. • Led the department’s Field Training Program, overseeing the onboarding and development of new recruits. I was responsible for evaluating their performance, recommending further training, or determining if they were ready for full duty. • Managed community-oriented policing initiatives such as the Citizen Police Academy and the Police Explorer Program, both designed to foster relationships between the police and the community. These programs helped bridge gaps, improve public relations, and cultivate support for law enforcement efforts. • Served as a department instructor, identifying training needs and developing programs that improved officer performance in key areas such as tactical response, public engagement, and safety protocols.Throughout my decade at Snellville Police, I focused on enhancing public safety while building trust and collaboration within the community. My leadership in training and community outreach helped create a more engaged and prepared police force. Show less

  • Police Corporal

    Jan 2006 - Aug 2010

  • Police Officer

    Dec 2000 - Jan 2006
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  Gwinnett County Public Schools

  Aug 2010 - Mar 2021

  School Resource Officer II/Office-In-Charge

  As a Zone Supervisor and School Resource Officer for Gwinnett School Police, I was responsible for ensuring the safety and security of students, staff, and school property while fostering positive relationships within the school community. Leading a team of 15 officers, I oversaw general law enforcement duties, crisis response, and specialized training programs.Key Responsibilities: • Managed the department’s body-worn camera and TASER program, developing and updating policies around use of force and technology implementation. • Created and led the Youth Law Enforcement Explorer Program, mentoring students aged 14-20 who were interested in pursuing careers in law enforcement. • Developed the department’s first employee recognition program, designed to reward high-performing officers and boost team morale.During my time in this role, I was able to leverage my law enforcement expertise and leadership skills to promote a safer learning environment while also encouraging the professional growth of both my team and the students we served. Show less

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  Georgia Southwestern State University

  Apr 2019 - Jan 2022

  Adjunct Criminal Justice Faculty

  As an Adjunct Criminal Justice Faculty member at Georgia Southwestern State University, I delivered high-quality instruction in undergraduate criminal justice courses through the University System of Georgia's eMajor program. My teaching takes place in an online format using the Brightspace Learning Management System (LMS). With expertise and dedication, I contribute to students' development in law enforcement, the judicial process, criminal evidence, and police practices and issues.Courses Instructed:CRJU 2100 - Introduction to Law EnforcementCRJU 2200 - The Judicial ProcessCRJU 4110 - The Law of Criminal EvidenceCRJU 4600 - Police Practices and Issues Show less

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  Purdue University Global

  Jul 2020 - Jul 2022

  Adjunct Criminal Justice Faculty

  Teaches undergraduate criminal justice classes for Purdue Global University. Classes are taught using Brightspace LMS in an online format. Courses Instructed:CJ 180 - Private SecurityCJ 440 - Crisis InterventionCJ 130 - Introduction to Corrections

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  Axon

  Mar 2021 - now

  Professional Services Manager

  As a Professional Services Manager at Axon, I lead the deployment of cutting-edge public safety technology, including body-worn cameras, digital evidence management systems (DEMS), TASERs, and Axon’s suite of cloud-based SaaS solutions. I oversee all pre- and post-sales professional services activities, from project planning and resource coordination to delivering comprehensive training programs for diverse law enforcement agencies and private enterprises.Key Achievements: • Successfully deployed Axon technology to over 200 government and private customers across 43 states and 3 countries. • Spearheaded the development of a SmartSheet project management dashboard that automated deployment processes, increasing team productivity by an estimated 120 hours per month. • Managed a high-profile product trial that resulted in closing Axon’s largest private enterprise deal to date.My role allows me to combine my passion for technology and public safety by equipping organizations with the tools they need to stay efficient, secure, and prepared for the future. Show less