Amy Hurley
Chicago,IL
Summary
Motivated former Social Studies Teacher excellent at creating positive educational climates for students. Organized and reliable with expertise in classroom management and building relationships.
Police Officer (retired) with over 15 years of service enforcing rules and authority for good of all citizens. Excellent record of promotion and recognition for going beyond call of duty. Versed in dealing with a wide range of difficult situations with a level head and calm disposition, quick thinking, skilled in assessing risks and making critical decisions under extreme pressure. Welcomes leadership direction from superiors. Believes that a willingness to learn and emphasis on teamwork are essential qualities for success.
Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Christ The King School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Met or exceeded course and student performance goals.
Police Officer
City Of Chicago
07.2006 - 07.2022
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Coordinated swift and tactical responses to wide range of criminal issues.
- Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
- Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
- Developed organizational system for case records, reports, logs and agendas.
- Sorted, organized and eliminated tips on daily basis to keep open investigations moving forward.
- Field Training Officer (2016-2019)
- Tactical Officer (2021-2022)
Project Manager
Cable Communications, Inc.
06.2003 - 06.2006
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Behavioral Science
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler03.2022
High School Diploma -
Mother McAuley High School
Chicago, IL05.1999
Skills
- Crime Trend Analysis/Report Writing
- Conflict Resolution
- Patrol Procedures/Law Enforcement
- Builds Relationships Within the Community
- Exceptional Problem Solver
- Team Leadership/Coaching and Mentoring
- Open Minded and Willingness to Learn
- Excellent Communication and Listening Skills
- Determined
- Goal Driven
- Works Well With Others and Takes a Leader Role When Given a Task to Complete
- Determined
- Goal Driven
- Works Well With Others and Takes a Leader Role When Given a Task to Complete
Volunteer History
- Participated in a charity softball game in Englewood playing softball with community members
- Participated in a charity basketball game with deaf members of the community at the Chicago Police Academy
- Participated in National Night Out through CAPS in the 022nd District
- Domestic Violence Walk in 022nd District through AND Domestic Violence Program
- Toys for Tots
- Home remodel construction project working to rebuild a home for a family living in a low income neighborhood
- Bought Christmas gifts for children in need through the Beverly Castle in Chicago and Church my parents are members of in the Western Suburbs
- Coached sports at Christ the King School (Volleyball, Soccer, Little Tykes Basketball)
Certification
Crisis Intervention Certification 2016
Work Availability
monday
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thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Christ The King School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Police Officer
City Of Chicago
07.2006 - 07.2022
Project Manager
Cable Communications, Inc.
06.2003 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Behavioral Science
The University of Arizona Global Campus
High School Diploma -
Mother McAuley High School