Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Continually followed procedures to maintain safety, documentation and meet legal requirements.
Police Officer with over seven years of service enforcing rules and authority for good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and fighting crime. Excellent record of promotion and recognition for going beyond call of duty.
Devoted Police Officer with background on Patrol, School Resource Officer, Traffic Unit, G.R.E.A.T. Instructor and currently assigned to General Detective. Extensive knowledge of gangs and drug crimes and experience working undercover with multiple agencies.
Brings personality and training required to excel in mentally- and physically-challenging special policing work. Qualified Police Officer offers field experience and advanced leadership skills. Diligent about scene control, fast response and operational excellence. Devoted to building relationships to increase communication between communities and law enforcement.
Highly experienced Investigator offering 21+ years in diverse law enforcement positions. Natural leader with decisive nature, case management skills and courtroom experience.
Knowledgeable about area population groups. Police Officer committed to serving public with focus on justice and adherence to strict ethical codes. Experienced working foot beats, crowd control and motor patrol in diverse areas.
Dedicated Police Officer with over 21 years of service skilled at dealing with general public and monitoring high-stress situations. Expert at handling issues related to emotionally disturbed persons, domestic violence and child abuse victims. Ambitious and hardworking with record of rapid promotion.
Focused law enforcement officer with ample experience in Criminal Investigation. Talent for personnel coordination and risk assessment and mitigation. Compassionate officer with drive to enforce laws and protect communities.
Resourceful Police Officer focused on maintaining order and public safety, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property and promoting positive community relations.
Skilled at looking for unusual and suspicious activities and persons and responding to calls for service.
Adept at interrogating and communicating with victims, witnesses and suspects while providing scene security and protection for emergency services personnel.
Seasoned Law Enforcement professional well-versed in criminal investigation practices, including gathering evidence and developing incident reports. Eager to leverage 21 years of law enforcement experience, including expertise in Investigations and in-depth knowledge of public safety protocols.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Special Agent position in a professional environment. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
10
10
Certifications
Work History
Police Officer
Dodge City Police Department
Dodge City , KS
08.2014 - Current
Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
Reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
Executed operational protocols for criminal and non-criminal violations.
Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
Booked suspects into custody by processing mug shots and fingerprints.
Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
Checked accuracy and integrity of collected information to identify optimal course of investigation.
Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
Discussed with offenders links between criminal behavior and anger management problems or drug and alcohol abuse.
Promoted to General Detective in October 2021.
Detention Deputy
Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office
Wichita, KS
07.2001 - 08.2014
Inspected jail conditions and took action to rectify problems in order to meet state and federal regulations for health and safety.
Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
Attended to feeding, housing and physical well-being of inmates.
Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
Processed visitors and attorneys arriving to see prisoners.
Testified in court pertaining to prisoner statements and behavior while in custody.
Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
Facilitated video arraignment processes as part of judicial process.
Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
Verified identification using specialized databases and methods such as fingerprinting.
Directed activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects.
Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
Created and maintained arrest files on inmates processed through jail.
Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
Completed dorm sanitation and maintenance checks and reported results to management.
Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix (Online)
Phoenix, AZ
Skills
Public Safety
Foot Patrolling
Criminal Investigations
First Aid
Accident Investigations
Suspect Pursuance and Arrest
Traffic and Motorists Monitoring
Verbal and Written Communication
Emergency Response
Crime Scene Photographs
Issuing Citations
Protecting People and Property
Community Relations
Summons and Subpoena Serving
Report Writing
Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
Time Management
Accident Scene Documentation
Critical Thinking
Maintaining Order
Court Testimony
Problem Solving
Investigative Reports
Community-Oriented Policing
Interrogation Techniques
Public Relations
Local, State and Federal Regulations
Decision Making
Search and Rescue
Law Enforcement Information Databases
Public Service
Traffic Citations Issuance
Crime Scene Processing
Information Verification
Officer Training
Domestic Violence Prevention
Municipal Codes
Ground Patrol
Safety and Risk Assessments
Directing Traffic
Suspicious Activity Monitoring
Team Building and Development
Motor Vehicle Operation
Property Confiscating
Evidence Preservation
Search and Seizure Laws
Property Patrol
Crowd Control
Prisoner Transport
Domestic violence prevention
Interrogation techniques
Criminal laws
Search and seizure procedures
Emergency vehicle operation
Evidence collection protocols
Court testimony
Community-oriented policing
De-escalation techniques
Traffic Control
Relationship building and management
Court preparation
Probation and parole knowledge
Report writing
Crisis intervention and deescalation
Emergency Management
Defensive tactics training
File and records management
Self-defense training
Accomplishments
Served on the S.W.A.T. team and Street Crimes Unit for 1 year.
Earned two life-saving medal while working in the Sedgwick County Jail.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Several accommodations from the Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office and the Dodge City Police Department. I was nominated for the Michael Reele Award twice at the Sedgwick county Sheriff's Office and Officer of the Year at the Dodge City Police Department in 2019 by Captain Colleen Brooks.
I have zero disciplinary issues in my 7 years employed with the Dodge City Police Department.
I can provide a copy of my CV upon request.
Affiliations
Meadowlark House Child Advocacy Center of Dodge City, Kansas.
Certification
CFR - Certified First Responder
All certifications required to function as a Patrol Officer.
Death and Homicide Investigation
Forensic Interview (children and persons with disabilities)
SANE/SART
Interview and Interrogation
Forensic Statement Analysis
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Quote
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot
Timeline
Police Officer
Dodge City Police Department
08.2014 - Current
Detention Deputy
Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office
07.2001 - 08.2014
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix (Online)
CFR - Certified First Responder
All certifications required to function as a Patrol Officer.
Death and Homicide Investigation
Forensic Interview (children and persons with disabilities)
SANE/SART
Interview and Interrogation
Forensic Statement Analysis
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