Adam Hazelwood
New Palestine,IN
Summary
Accomplished Police Sergeant with over 15 years of experience in law enforcement with a proven track record at the City of Lawrence, adept in patrol supervision and training development. Excelled in fostering inter-agency cooperation and enhancing officer safety, mentoring over 15 officers at a time and leading critical incident commands. Skilled in operational planning and conflict resolution, significantly improved community relations and departmental efficiency. Known for going above and beyond job requirements to make lasting impact on department and public. Exceptional integrity, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
City of Lawrence
01.2009 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 15 officers.
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on best practices for policing techniques and career advancement opportunities.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Provided critical incident command during emergency situations, directing response efforts to protect public safety swiftly.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
- Facilitated communication between command staff and subordinates, promoting transparency and resolving conflicts efficiently.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Enhanced officer safety through the development of comprehensive training programs and ongoing performance evaluations.
- Strengthened inter-agency cooperation, fostering partnerships with other law enforcement agencies for joint initiatives.
- Conducted internal investigations, addressing both ethical violations and procedural discrepancies among officers.
- Established and enforced employee performance policies.
- Mentored junior officers, promoting culture of continuous learning and professional development within department.
- Designed and executed training simulations, preparing officers for wide range of real-world scenarios.
Education
Graduate -
IMPD Leadership Academy
Indianapolis, IN08.2023
Graduate - Law Enforcement
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy
Plainfield, IN03.2015
High School Diploma -
Lawrence North High School
Indianapolis05.2006
Skills
- Patrol Supervision
- Commander K9 Division
- Internal Affairs Investigator
- EVO/Advanced EVO Instructor
- General Instructor
- Public Information Officer
- Digital Voice Stress Analysis Examiner
- School Resource Officer
- Operational planning
- Training development
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Outstanding Performances
- Medal of Valor recipient
- Officer of the Year recipient
- Medal of Honor recipient
Certification
- Law Enforcement Instructor (General, EVO)
- Digital Voice Stress Analysis
- Internal Affairs Investigator
- Field Training Officer
- IMPD Leadership Academy Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department
Timeline
Police Sergeant
City of Lawrence
01.2009 - Current
Graduate -
IMPD Leadership Academy
Graduate - Law Enforcement
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy
High School Diploma -
Lawrence North High School
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