Andrew Snavely
Brownstown,MI
Summary
Highly-qualified Training Officer with 9-year track record of improving employee performance through effective training programs. Teaches and mentors employees in one-on-one sessions. Adept at applying ecological principles to environmental conservation and protection efforts. Skilled in conducting investigations, collecting, and analyzing data, and implementing sustainable practices. Committed to promoting environmental stewardship and fostering community engagement for the preservation of natural resources
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Training Officer
Taylor Police Department
01.2024 - Current
- Provided constructive feedback on department policies and procedures, contributing to ongoing improvement initiatives within the Field Training Officer program.
- Streamlined departmental operations by conducting thorough evaluations of policies, procedures, and equipment usage.
- Revised inmate handbook, policies and procedures.
- Increased officer safety by providing in-depth instruction on defensive tactics, firearms proficiency, and emergency vehicle operation.
- Conducted regular assessments to gauge trainee competence in critical skills, adjusting training plans as needed to address gaps in knowledge or ability.
- Continually updated personal knowledge base regarding industry trends, innovations in law enforcement tactics, and relevant legal developments to provide up to date information during training sessions.
Police Officer
Taylor Police Department
06.2015 - Current
- Responds to emergent and non-emergent calls for service, makes traffic stops, locates crimes in progress, make arrests as necessary following state laws and department policy
- Interviews suspects and witnesses and makes observations to write cogent and cohesive reports to document crimes
- Able to control chaotic priority scenes and maintain professional disposition, while safeguarding evidence, managing emergency personnel, meeting needs of victims, and ensuring actions will not hamper further investigation and eventual prosecution
- Able to multi-task as a police officer, while simultaneously training other Police Officers or Public Service Officers and monitoring the jail
- Testify at trial
- Authorized dispatcher able to manage personnel, monitor and prioritize calls for service to ensure officer safety and superior customer service
- Oversees officer locations and needs
- Skilled 911 Operator, able to answer both emergency and administrative lines simultaneously
- Monitors “text to 911” system and
- LEIN (Law Enforcement Information Network) for information and requests from other agencies
- Provide guidance to junior officers on matters of law, policy or of a personal nature.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
Detective
Taylor Police Department
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Investigated crimes ranging from traffic offenses to homicides
- Processed crime scenes while collecting and preserving evidence
- Obtained and executed arrest and search warrants, testified in Federal, District and Circuit Courts
- Led investigations for minor and major crimes, collaborated with Federal Task Forces including Homeland Security and ICE
- Received awards including Officer of The Month (twice), Chief Merit Award, Unit Citations, and Congressional Recognition
- Managed numerous cases in various stages of investigation, maintained organized case files and delivered within deadlines
- Management and transportation of evidence (Weapons, biological evidence, currency, checks and jewelry) with associated reports and necessary forms, including management of related records.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ecology, Organism, Diversity And Evolution
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI04.2024
Associate of Applied Sciences -
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI05.2015
Skills
- Crime Scene Processing
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Training delivery
- Report Writing
- Feedback Analysis
- Knowledge of state laws
- Excellent interviewing skills
- Technological integration
- Employee Mentoring
- Problem-Solving
Certification
Law Enforcement Investigations, Data Analysis, Environmental Conservation, Sustainable Practices, Community Engagement, Training Development, Effective Communication, Report Writing, Evidence Management, Multi-tasking, and Emergency Response
Timeline
Field Training Officer
Taylor Police Department
01.2024 - Current
Detective
Taylor Police Department
01.2017 - 01.2022
Police Officer
Taylor Police Department
06.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Ecology, Organism, Diversity And Evolution
Eastern Michigan University
Associate of Applied Sciences -
Schoolcraft College
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