Andrea Harris
Summary
Police Officer with over 19 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. 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.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crime Scene Technician
Metropolitan Police Department
10.2018 - Current
- Prepared detailed laboratory reports and documentation of evidence collected.
- Attended and examined scenes of crimes.
- Took pictures of crime scenes and specific evidence located at scenes.
Police Officer
Metropolitan Police Department
10.2004 - Current
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Shaw University
Raleigh, NCBachelor of Arts - Administration of Justice
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC05.2015
High School Diploma -
Margaret Murray Washington Career Senior High
Washington06.2002
Associate of Arts - Law Enforcement
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC05.2002
Skills
- Crisis Intervention and Deescalation
- Police Reports
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Self-Defense Training
- Fingerprinting
- Law Enforcement
- Report Writing
- Computer literacy
- Crime scene preservation
- Crime Scene Management
- Police Patrol Operations
- Evidence Preservation
- Crime Investigation
- Prisoner Transport
Accomplishments
- Earned a life-saving medal in 2022.
Certification
- Crime Scene Technician Training - October 2018 until present
- Certified Crime Scene Tech, Metropolitan Police Department - October 2018
- Certified Live-scan FIngerprinting, Metropolitan Police Department - February 5, 2013
Hobbies
- Reading
- Crocheting
- Traveling
- Watching Softball
- Making Candles
- Listening to music
- Astrology
- Attending Church
Timeline
Crime Scene Technician
Metropolitan Police Department
10.2018 - Current
Police Officer
Metropolitan Police Department
10.2004 - Current
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Shaw University
Bachelor of Arts - Administration of Justice
University of The District of Columbia
High School Diploma -
Margaret Murray Washington Career Senior High
Associate of Arts - Law Enforcement
University of The District of Columbia