Brandon L. Pluger
Sterling Heights,MI
Summary
Highly experienced law enforcement officer with 25 years of expertise in problem solving and conflict resolution. Exceptional communication skills for effectively interacting with individuals experiencing various emotions such as excitement, confusion, anger, or depression. Demonstrates outstanding problem-solving abilities by utilizing critical thinking and quick decision-making. Thrives in both team environments and working independently. Recognized as an exceptional leader with a firm yet fair attitude, renowned for honesty, loyalty, and unwavering integrity.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Department of Public Works
City of Royal Oak
03.2024 - Current
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Work in the water and sewer department, fixing and maintaining infrastructure.
Code Enforcement Officer
City of Sterling Heights
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Enforced compliance with city regulations and ordinances pertaining to land use, zoning, nuisance housing, building codes and health and safety.
- Conducted various field investigations.
- Patrolled assigned area to identify and evaluate problems.
- Prepared evidence in support of legal actions taken.
Police Officer
City of Sterling Heights
01.1996 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: The city is a 36 square mile area comprised of 130,000 residents, the second largest suburb in Metro Detroit and fourth largest city in Michigan
- The city consistently ranks as one of the safest large cities in the nation
- Enforce city ordinances and state laws; Communication on a daily basis with members of the community, preparing detailed written and file detailed written reports, provide court testimony in criminal cases
- The city is a 36 square mile area comprised of 130,000 residents, the second largest suburb in Metro Detroit and fourth largest city in Michigan
- The city consistently ranks as one of the safest large cities in the nation
Patrol Officer/Traffic Enforcement Officer
City of Sterling Heights
- Emergency response to calls for assistance and patrolling the community
- Making arrests for misdemeanor and felony crimes
- Field investigations, physical checks of property, identifying suspicious activities
- Provide back up assistance for other officers
- Accident Investigation
- Enforcement of traffic safety laws
- Life Saving Citation 2018
- Shop with a Cop Volunteer
School Resource Officer
City of Sterling Heights
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Main security resource in the school, full time
- Create & maintain positive relationship with students & faculty, interacting with students as a positive role model
- Stay up to date on safety measures, plans & protocols and work with school administration and staff to implement
- Provide security for special school events or functions
Football Coach
Henry Ford II High School
01.2014 - 11.2021
- Company Overview: MHSAA Division 1 High School in M.A.C
- Red/White Conference
- Junior Varsity Head Coach
- Assistant Junior Varsity Coach - Offensive Line/Defensive Line
- Assistant Varsity Coach - Offensive Line/Defensive Line
- 2015 MHSAA Playoff team
- MHSAA Division 1 High School in M.A.C
- Red/White Conference
Union Treasurer
City of Sterling Heights
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Handled all financial aspects for the union including writing checks, maintain financial records, prepare year end information for taxes, reporting compliance with local union affiliates
Field Training Officer
City of Sterling Heights
01.2003 - 01.2018
- Training and evaluation of probationary officers through a 17 week extensive training period
- Communicate the expectations of training, teaching the policies of the department and evaluate the probationary officer, providing constructive, developmental feedback
- Demonstrating the skills in all department procedures and day to day operations
Detective Bureau
City of Sterling Heights
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Investigate financial crimes
- Work with banks and businesses in cases of theft
- Investigate victims of identity theft
- Investigate youth criminal, abuse & neglect cases
Patrol Officer
City of Walker
01.1995 - 12.1995
- Company Overview: The city is a 25 square mile area comprised of 25,000 residents and a suburb of Grand Rapids
- Emergency response to calls for assistance and patrolling the community
- Making arrests for misdemeanor and felony crimes
- Work in the detention facility with responsibility of booking prisoners
- Answered 9-1-1 and non-emergency phone calls and dispatched patrol units to runs
- The city is a 25 square mile area comprised of 25,000 residents and a suburb of Grand Rapids
Golf Course Groundskeeper
Grand Rapids Golf Course
01.1990 - 12.1995
- Daily grounds maintenance, including mowing, upkeep of greens, irrigation system maintenance and golf cart repairs
- Construction of new greens, cart paths, bridges and drainage ditches
Education
B.S. - Sociology with Criminal Justice emphasis
Central Michigan University
01.1994
Police Academy - MICOLES Certified Licensing
Grand Valley State University
01.1994
Skills
- Community policing
- Firearms proficiency
- Self-defense tactics
- Stress tolerance
- Integrity and honesty
- Investigative skills
- First Aid/CPR
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Protecting people and property
Timeline
Department of Public Works
City of Royal Oak
03.2024 - Current
Code Enforcement Officer
City of Sterling Heights
06.2022 - 03.2024
School Resource Officer
City of Sterling Heights
01.2018 - 09.2020
Union Treasurer
City of Sterling Heights
01.2015 - 01.2018
Football Coach
Henry Ford II High School
01.2014 - 11.2021
Detective Bureau
City of Sterling Heights
01.2011 - 01.2013
Field Training Officer
City of Sterling Heights
01.2003 - 01.2018
Police Officer
City of Sterling Heights
01.1996 - 09.2020
Patrol Officer
City of Walker
01.1995 - 12.1995
Golf Course Groundskeeper
Grand Rapids Golf Course
01.1990 - 12.1995
Police Academy - MICOLES Certified Licensing
Grand Valley State University
Patrol Officer/Traffic Enforcement Officer
City of Sterling Heights
B.S. - Sociology with Criminal Justice emphasis
Central Michigan University
Licensing
Michigan Enhanced CDL-A license
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