Ben Ryan
Palm Springs,CA
Summary
Experienced Detective with the Palm Springs Police Department, specializing in criminal investigations and tactical planning. Proven leadership in high-stakes operations, including SWAT missions and complex criminal investigations. Highly motivated employee dedicated to enhancing community safety through proactive engagement and educational initiatives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective
Palm Springs Police Department
Palm Springs, CA
10.2017 - Current
Assignments: Field Operations/Patrol, Use of Force Instructor, Crimes Against Persons Detective Bureau, FBI Safe Streets Task Force Officer, Desert Regional SWAT Operator/Master Breacher, Citizens Police Academy Instructor.
- The case agent assisted in numerous complex investigations, including but not limited to narcotics and gang investigations, violent crimes, homicides, child abuse, and sex crimes.
- Conducted proactive patrols and investigations in high-crime areas of the City of Palm Springs.
- Authored and served numerous search warrant affidavits related to an array of criminal investigations.
- Led operational planning for numerous tactical operations for the Desert Regional SWAT.
- Certified as a SWAT Team Leader and Master Breacher.
- Developed PSPD's Use of Force POST-certified Ground Control program.
- PSPD Citizen Police Academy Use of Force Instructor.
- Assisted in developing PSPD's Active Shooter training.
- Organize and attend numerous educational presentations for schools within the City of Palm Springs.
- Born and raised in Palm Springs and lived within the city for 42 years.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palm Springs High School
Palm Springs, CA06-2000
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
California Coast University
On-line SchoolingBasic, Intermediate and Advanced Officer Certificates -
CA POST
Defensive Tactics Instructor Certificate -
Riverside County Sheriff's Department
Baton And Arrest And Control Certificates -
KOGA
SWAT Operator - POST 40 hour -
CA POST
Team Leader - 40 hour -
California Association of Tactical Officers
Basic investigation - Post 40 hour; Child Crimes and Sexual Assault - Post 40 hour; Homicide -
Institution of Criminal Investigations
Skills
- Criminal investigation
- Evidence collection
- Report writing
- Interview techniques
- Surveillance operations
- Leadership skills
- Conflict resolution
- Tactical planning
- Public speaking
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Detective
Palm Springs Police Department
10.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Palm Springs High School
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
California Coast University
Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Officer Certificates -
CA POST
Defensive Tactics Instructor Certificate -
Riverside County Sheriff's Department
Baton And Arrest And Control Certificates -
KOGA
SWAT Operator - POST 40 hour -
CA POST
Team Leader - 40 hour -
California Association of Tactical Officers
Basic investigation - Post 40 hour; Child Crimes and Sexual Assault - Post 40 hour; Homicide -
Institution of Criminal Investigations
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