Carey Ellwanger
Summary
I am a seasoned law enforcement professional with over 19 years of experience, including several different roles/assignments. I strive to use my knowledge and experience to further my career and to do my part in improving the department and the officers around me.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Horry County Police Department
01.2023 - Current
- Worked as a patrol officer in both the North and Central precincts
- Currently the School Resource Officer at St James High School
- Assisted the Community Engagement Unit with daily activities and planned community events
Police Officer
Surfside Beach Police Department
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Worked as a patrol officer handling all types of calls for service in a highly community-oriented police department
- Promoted to Corporal, where I acted as the sole shift supervisor, overseeing officers and daily operations
Police Officer
Bethel Park Police Department
06.2006 - 08.2020
- Worked as a patrol officer handling all types of calls for service and investigations
- Became the department's lone K9 handler, where I worked with a dual purpose drug dog
- As a K9 handler, I assisted my PD as well as surrounding departments with search warrants, vehicle/building searches, tracks, drug searches, and community/school events
- Worked on a drug task force in the area, assisting the PA Attorney General's Office
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Administration of Justice
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA12-2003
Skills
- 19 years of law enforcement experience
- Well-rounded career with a focus on community engagement, problem-solving and conflict de-escalation
- Completed numerous training courses, including critical incident, active shooter, street survival, Reid Technique of Interview and Interrogation and others
- Work well with others and have a patient, calm demeanor
Timeline
Police Officer
Horry County Police Department
01.2023 - Current
Police Officer
Surfside Beach Police Department
09.2021 - 01.2023
Police Officer
Bethel Park Police Department
06.2006 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Administration of Justice
University of Pittsburgh
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