Carmen Sacco
Marengo,IL
Summary
Accomplished Deputy Chief of Police at Harvard Police Department, adept in ethical leadership and budget management. Excelled in staff development, incident command, and community policing, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and safety. Proven track record in fostering teamwork and professionalism, with a strong focus on victim advocacy and conflict de-escalation. Dedicated Police Supervisor with proven success at building high-performing teams and controlling crime. Productive and positive communicator with public and other law enforcement. Transforms crises into orderly solutions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Chief of Police
Harvard Police Department
09.2014 - Current
- Second in Command to Chief of Police.
- Final review of all reports.
- Oversee Evidence Technician and maintenance of evidence.
- In charge of Detectives and all Criminal Investigations
- Managed budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources while maintaining high-quality law enforcement services for the community.
- Successfully managed high-profile events, coordinating security details and collaborating with external agencies for seamless operations.
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
- Mentored junior officers, cultivating a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and dedication to duty within department.
- Assistant Commander on McHenry County Major Investigations Assistance Team (MIAT).
- In command of 18 members of staff.
M1 Laborer
City Of Palatine
04.2011 - 08.2014
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Assisted in constructing Town Square brick-paver and retaining wall project.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Attended to and prepared over 25 baseball fields.
- Strengthened workplace safety culture by actively participating in safety meetings and trainings.
Laborer
Cy's Tree Service
09.2010 - 04.2011
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Assisted with removal of up 5-6 trees per day.
- Assisted on ground crew with equipment maintenance and branch pick up
- Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
- Identified and reported hazards on job sites to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
Financial Representative
Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance
12.2009 - 09.2010
- Met with customers to assess needs, financial status, and eligibility.
- Made over 50 phone calls per day to prospective and existing clients.
- Built strong relationships with clients through transparent communication and trust-building activities.
- Worked with clients with life, long-term care or disability insurance accounts to increase profitability and account longevity.
- Worked closely with clients to determine goals and recommend appropriate services to maintain long-term relationships with account holders.
Education
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
National Louis University
Chicago, IL12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Cornell College
Mt. Vernon, IA05.2009
High School Diploma -
Marengo Community High School
Marengo, IL 06.2005
Skills
- Victim advocacy
- Internal investigations
- Incident Command
- Ethical Leadership
- Officer Training
- Community policing
- Staff Development
- Conflict de-escalation
- Courtroom Testimony
- Budget Management
Accomplishments
- Member of the McHenry County Major Investigations Assistance Team (MIAT) since 2016, serving as Assistant Commander since 2022.
- Nominated for McHenry County Officer of the Year in 2020 for the investigation of Shots Fired Investigation.
- Defensive Tactics Instructor for the Harvard Police Department since 2015.
Certification
- Certified Evidence Technician
- Crisis Intervention Trained Officer
- Lead Homicide Investigator
- Taser Instructor
- Forensic Interviewer (Child First Protocol)
- O.C. Spray Instructor
- Handcuffing Instructor
- Use of Force Instructor
- ARIDE Officer (DUI Detection)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Deputy Chief of Police
Harvard Police Department
09.2014 - Current
M1 Laborer
City Of Palatine
04.2011 - 08.2014
Laborer
Cy's Tree Service
09.2010 - 04.2011
Financial Representative
Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance
12.2009 - 09.2010
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Cornell College
High School Diploma -
Marengo Community High School
- Certified Evidence Technician
- Crisis Intervention Trained Officer
- Lead Homicide Investigator
- Taser Instructor
- Forensic Interviewer (Child First Protocol)
- O.C. Spray Instructor
- Handcuffing Instructor
- Use of Force Instructor
- ARIDE Officer (DUI Detection)
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