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Work History
Education
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Commendations and Notable Performances
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Ashley Hill

Palo,Iowa

Summary

Previous Lead 911 Operator with strong background in 911 communications operations, assisting and leading critical emergency response operations. Successfully assisted call handling procedures and implemented training programs for current and new dispatchers. Demonstrated leadership in high-stress environments and excellent problem-solving skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Collections & Account Specialist

Linn County Sheriff's Office
Cedar Rapids, IA
07.2024 - Current

Criminal Division

  • Handle all records requests, video discovery requests, video / 911 call redactions, public records requests, background checks,
  • Enter Linn County issued Warrants into National Crime Information Center
  • Update and validate NCIC protection orders and warrants
  • Register / Update / Maintain registrants on the Iowa Sex Offender Registry
  • Process gun permit applications utilizing Permitium and NCIC
  • Assist Upper Command with the beginning meetings on new records management system & computer aided dispatching system

911 Lead Operator

City of Marion
Iowa
10.2018 - 02.2024
  • Team Leader for a group of eight 911 operators.
  • Assist operators in the handling of emergency calls and dispatching police, fire and medical personnel.
  • Provide guidance and leadership for operators to continue their growth for the department.
  • Update and maintain monthly remedial training for all communication operators.
  • Assist in recruiting new operators through testing processes and interviews. Assess and evaluate candidates based on job requirements, knowledge, and skills. Recommend candidates for management staff.
  • Conduct bi-weekly Training Meetings with Certified Training Operators, offer guidance and assistance to new training operators during 16 weeks of field training.
  • Assist Communication Manager with evaluations of employees and conducting remedial training.
  • Assist Communication Manager with budgetary expenditures.
  • Maintain and update payroll and schedule for Communication Center Operators
  • Design, develop and implement Tyler Technologies computer aided dispatch system as well as records management system.
  • Experience with E-911, Text to 911 and Next Generation 911.
  • Terminal Agency Coordinator – Coordinate validations and handle notices from the Department of Public Safety. Maintain records for all users of NCIC keeping track of testing records and manual updates. Handle audits conducted by DPS.

911 Communications Operator

City of Marion
Iowa
07.2007 - 10.2018
  • Answer 911 emergency and administrative calls to the City of Marion Police Department.
  • Dispatch Police, Fire and Medical personnel to locations within the city limits.
  • Utilize multi-channel Harris radio system.
  • Utilize the National Crime Information Center to run and log appropriate information into the records management system and computer aided dispatch software.
  • Conduct background checks, records requests, parking ticket fines, and register bicycles.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, Iowa
05-2025

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
05-2006

Skills

  • Energetic and motivated leader with good communication skills and strong sense of teamwork
  • Self Sufficient & Resourceful, with a problem-solving mindset
  • Experience with New World, Tyler Technologies, Karpel, EDMS Iowa Courts Online, Microsoft Office, RMS, CAD, Harris Radio System, NCIC, SORA, Permitium

Accomplishments

  • National Society of Leadership and Success – Upper Iowa University – August 2024
  • Terminal Agency Coordinator – Iowa Department of Public Safety – October 2021
  • Tyler Technologies Build Team – Development and Integration of Computer Aided Dispatching Operating System – September 2021
  • Center Manager Certification Program – National Emergency Number Association – November 2019

Certification

  • National Emergency Number Association - Center Manager Certification Program - November 2019
  • Certification - National Crime Information Center
  • State of Iowa Notary
  • FEMA - IS00100 December 2007
  • FEMA - IS00700 December 2007

Timeline

Collections & Account Specialist

Linn County Sheriff's Office
07.2024 - Current

911 Lead Operator

City of Marion
10.2018 - 02.2024

911 Communications Operator

City of Marion
07.2007 - 10.2018

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Kirkwood Community College

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Upper Iowa University

Promotions

  • Certified Communications Training Operator – March 2015
  • Lead 911 Communications Operator – October 2018

Commendations and Notable Performances

Chief's Letter of Commendation - June 2008 - Professional Conduct

Recognition of Notable Performance - May 2008 - Public Courteously 

Chief's Letter of Commendation - September 2018 - Public Safety and Professional Conduct

Recognition of Notable Performance - May 2015 - Job Commitment