Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Benjamin Koertge

Hamel,IL

Summary

Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Continually followed procedures to maintain safety, documentation and meet legal requirements.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Collinsville Police Department
01.2016 - Current
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.

Police Officer

Metro Nashville Police Department
10.2008 - 01.2016
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Held a position in the Domestic Violence Division
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.

Armed Security Officer

Loomis Armored
01.2008 - 10.2008
  • Ensured the safe and secure pickup and delivery of cash and coin.
  • ATM service

Infantryman

United States Marine Corps, USMC
10.2003 - 01.2008
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
  • Conducted reconnaissance operations to gather intelligence on enemy positions.
  • Oversaw maintenance and repair of weapons and equipment to preserve operational readiness.

Education

No Degree - Law Enforcement

Metro Nashville Police Academy
Nashville, TN
04.2009

High School Diploma -

Edwardsville High School
Edwardsville, IL
05.2002

Skills

  • Criminal Law
  • Report Writing
  • Crime Scene Processing
  • Arrest Techniques
  • Domestic Violence Prevention
  • Human Relations
  • Patrol Procedures
  • Psychological Assessments Understanding
  • Community Relations
  • Evidence Collection and Evaluation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Emergency Response
  • Active Listening
  • Cpr/First Aid Certified
  • Suspect Interrogation

Accomplishments

Decorations/Medals acquired during service include:

  • Combat action Ribbon,
  • Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (3)
  • Iraq Campaign Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary and Service Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Rifle Marksman Badge
  • Good Conduct Medal

Certification

  • Basic Instructor Development
  • Emergency and Evasive Vehicle Operator Instructor Course
  • MILO Range Instructor
  • FTO
  • Police Juvenile Officer
  • ILETSB Lead Homicide investigator Course
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Pepperball Instructor

Timeline

Police Officer

Collinsville Police Department
01.2016 - Current

Police Officer

Metro Nashville Police Department
10.2008 - 01.2016

Armed Security Officer

Loomis Armored
01.2008 - 10.2008

Infantryman

United States Marine Corps, USMC
10.2003 - 01.2008

No Degree - Law Enforcement

Metro Nashville Police Academy

High School Diploma -

Edwardsville High School
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