Anthony Smith
Reinholds,PA
Summary
With a distinguished career at Northern Lancaster County Regional Police, I excel in team management and public safety, evidenced by receiving the NLCRPD Supervisor and Officer of the Year awards. My leadership is further affirmed by completing the FBI LEEDA Trilogy program, showcasing my ability to enhance community policing through innovative crime prevention initiatives and strategic team coordination. My strengths are centered around split second decision making skills, communicating, clarity of mind in tense situations, and execution of team functions to meet expectations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Northern Lancaster County Regional Police
08.2012 - Current
- Oversaw the proper maintenance and care of departmental equipment, ensuring that officers were equipped with necessary resources to perform their duties effectively.
- Collaborated with local organizations to create crime prevention initiatives that addressed specific community concerns.
- Increased officer accountability and performance through consistent evaluation, feedback, and training opportunities.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Developed comprehensive reports on patrol activities to provide transparency and inform future decision-making processes.
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Maintained detailed records of all incidents encountered during patrols as required by department protocol.
- Conducted regular evaluations of officers'' strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement to enhance overall team performance.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Gave presentations at community groups and public events highlighting work of police officers and special teams.
- Managed daily scheduling of patrol personnel, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours or special events.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to remain current on law enforcement trends, tactics, and technologies.
- Administered disciplinary actions when necessary, ensuring a high standard of professionalism within the department.
- Deescalated potentially dangerous situations using crisis intervention techniques that protected both officers and civilians from harm.
- Field Training Officer (FTO) program director. Responsible for multiple FTO officers, new recruits, and program efficiency and implementation.
- Traffic Safety Unit program director. Responsible for Officer involvement, assignment, and coordination of State issued funding.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Handled crisis situations effectively by utilizing strong communication skills, de-escalation techniques, and sound judgment under pressure.
Police Patrol Officer
Lebanon City Police Department
08.2006 - 11.2011
- Assigned to Lebanon County Emergency Service Unit (ESU). This unit is commonly referred to as a "SWAT" team. Team assignment as an entry operator.
- Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
- Completed detailed reports on all incidents encountered during patrol shifts, ensuring accuracy and proper follow-up procedures were followed.
- Conducted searches and seizures in accordance with legal guidelines to protect citizens'' rights while maintaining officer safety.
- Testified in court cases as needed, providing accurate accounts of incidents backed up by thorough documentation.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Investigated crimes by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and working closely with detectives.
- Evaluated security measures at public facilities and provided recommendations for improvements to better safeguard against potential threats.
- Managed crowd control during large-scale events or emergencies to maintain order and ensure public safety.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls.
Education
Associates of Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL11-2024
Skills
- Team management
- Public safety
- Community policing
- Completed FBI LEEDA Leadership course Received the FBI LEEDA Trilogy program
- Received the NLCRPD Supervisor award
- Received the NLCRPD Officer of the year award
- Swat officer award-Abington Police Department SWAT course
- Swat officer Top Gun award-Abington Police Department SWAT course
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved conflicts which led to cooperation between the community and established vehicle and criminal laws.
- Collaborated with a team of 10 officers and 2 Corporals, 4 Traffic Unit officers, and 5 Field Training Officers, in the development of team management to meet the standards the Northern Lancaster County Regional Police and Police Commission had set forth through policy and procedure guidelines.
Certification
- Associates in Criminal Justice-Columbia Southern University-2024
- CPR/AED Certification
- Pennsylvania Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- Several leadership and training certificates
Timeline
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Northern Lancaster County Regional Police
08.2012 - Current
Police Patrol Officer
Lebanon City Police Department
08.2006 - 11.2011
- Associates in Criminal Justice-Columbia Southern University-2024
- CPR/AED Certification
- Pennsylvania Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- Several leadership and training certificates
Associates of Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
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