Worked Patrol enforcing State and Municipal Laws. Worked Traffic Control, was a Field Training Officer.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
- Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.