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Anthony Meirose

Rapid City,SD

Summary

Accomplished Detective/Police Officer with a robust background in law enforcement, including a pivotal role at Rapid City Police Department. Excelled in information gathering and ethical judgment, leading high-stakes operations and enhancing community safety. Demonstrated leadership as a Commanding Officer in the Army National Guard, achieving significant improvements in team operations and interagency collaboration.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Detective/Police Officer

Rapid City Police Department
07.2013 - Current
  • Initially assigned to Patrol Division, handling cases from initial calls to the end investigation.
  • Rendered aid to the physically injured, handicapped, and others requiring assistance.
  • Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
  • Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
  • Later assigned as a detective focusing on property/financial crimes.
  • Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques to gather crucial information related to investigations.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
  • Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
  • Served on the Special Response Team (SRT) as an assistant Team Leader, focused on high-risk arrests and search warrants, armed barricaded subjects, and hostage rescue situations.
  • Specialties included instructor role on Less Lethal and Chemical Munitions Deployment and Armored Rescue Vehicle Driving.
  • Federally sworn through the US Marshal Service (USMS) and assigned as a Task Force Officer (TFO) with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
  • Led department-wide training on officer-down rescue operations and certified instructor on Active Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training.

Army National Guard

South Dakota Army National Guard
03.2007 - Current
  • Enlisted in the Army National Guard as a Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) crewman.
  • Completed Basic Combat Training (BCT) and Advanced Individual Training (AIT).
  • Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism both on and off-duty, representing the US military with honor at all times.
  • Promoted to the rank of Specialist.
  • Deployed to Kuwait in 2009 with a Security Force mission at the Seaport of Debarkation.
  • Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
  • Showed excellent leadership skills, eventually being placed as the Noncommissioned Officer in Charge of security/vehicle search gates.
  • Commissioned as a Second Lieutenant after completing the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Completed Field Artillery Basic Officer Leaders Course (FABOLC) and later finished Logistics Captains Career Course (CCC).
  • Promoted to Captain and became the Commanding Officer of the 235th Military Police Co.
  • Served as the commanding officer during State Active Duty missions to support Law Enforcement during civil disturbances, including Former President Trump's Mt. Rushmore "Salute America" Event.
  • Deployed in 2022 to Erbil Air Force Base as the Base Operating Support Integrator (BOS-I) Executive Officer and Military Police Officer in Charge.
  • Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
  • Excelled in specialized training courses to enhance technical expertise in specific military operations areas.

Motor Carrier Inspector

South Dakota Highway Patrol
04.2013 - 06.2013
  • Worked out of the Sioux Falls Port of Entry.
  • Provided permits and information to truck drivers entering the state and worked closely with other inspectors and troopers to ensure the roads were safe

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
05.2012

Skills

  • Interview techniques
  • Collecting evidence
  • Legal knowledge
  • Interrogation skills
  • Ethical judgment
  • Preparing for court
  • Report Writing
  • Leading team operations
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Tactical Planning

Timeline

Detective/Police Officer

Rapid City Police Department
07.2013 - Current

Motor Carrier Inspector

South Dakota Highway Patrol
04.2013 - 06.2013

Army National Guard

South Dakota Army National Guard
03.2007 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of South Dakota

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