Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Awards

Caytlin Schweitzer

City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
McMurray,PA
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience

Results-driven leader in law enforcement, with proven skills in team management, effective communication, and enhancing officer performance. Committed to fostering professional development and promoting a culture of accountability among officers.

Work History

Lieutenant

5 Months
City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police | 03.2026 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
  • Mentored officers and supervisors, fostering professional development and promoting adherence to best practices.
  • Promoted a culture of accountability among officers by setting high standards for conduct and performance evaluation systems that rewarded excellence while identifying areas for improvement.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent, property destruction, and disorderly conduct.
  • Managed personnel scheduling, ensuring optimal coverage during peak times and effective response to emergency situations.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Improved officer performance by conducting regular evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members and business owners.
  • Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
  • Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 35 officers.
  • Served as an incident commander during special events, coordinating all aspects of response efforts efficiently.
  • Manually cleaned and organized the physical station for efficiency and professional appearance.

Police Sergeant

11 Years
City of Pittsburgh | 03.2015 - 03.2026
  • Directed training and supervision of personnel and trainees, reinforcing departmental policies to maintain operational integrity.
  • Trained and mentored recruits, officers, and supervisors in effective law enforcement techniques and community engagement strategies.
  • Developed training programs for new officers and supervisors, enhancing skill sets and promoting effective law enforcement practices.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for subordinate officers, providing constructive feedback to improve service delivery.
  • Served as liaison between police department and city officials, addressing public safety concerns and promoting transparency.
  • Supervised and coordinated daily operations of shifts of up to 100 officers across different units from within the Training Academy.
  • Coordinated personnel oversight and crafted training schedules to guarantee sufficient coverage for shifts and facilitate comprehensive training.
  • Developed department policies and procedures to maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, along with best practices.
  • Monitored development of new technologies such as non-lethal force and firearms equipment, as well as tactics to improve police department activities.
  • Implemented digital record-keeping system, enhancing data accessibility and reducing paperwork.
  • Designed and executed training simulations, preparing officers and supervisors for a wide range of real-world scenarios.
  • Promoted culture of accountability and integrity, conducting regular reviews to uphold high ethical, performance, and appearance standards.
  • Managed procurement, ordering, and inventory tracking for all firearms and Training Academy equipment, ensuring budget compliance and optimal allocation of departmental funds.

Managed and Supervised:

  • Field Training Program - 9 years
  • New Supervisor Training - 9 years
  • Firearms Training Section and Range - 7 years
  • Control Tactics - 6 months
  • Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Program - 3 years
  • Property Room - 6 months
  • Physical Fitness Candidate Testing - 1 year

Police Officer

8 Years 1 Month
City of Pittsburgh | 02.2007 - 03.2015
  • Mentored and guided new officers in practical field training as a Field Training Officer.
  • Trained and monitored recruit and in-service firearms training and qualifications as a certified Firearms Instructor.
  • Enforced laws to maintain public safety and order during patrols and community events.
  • Investigated incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case development.

Education

- Advanced Leadership For A "Police Reform" Era

Calibre Press | 10-2021

- Scenarios And Tactics For The Field Training Offic

Calibre Press | 09-2021

- Threat Pattern Recognition Use of Force Instructor

PPCT Management Systems, Inc. | 09-2021

- Basic Life Saver Instructor

American Heart Association | 07-2021

- Duty Handgun Red Dot Instructor

Vigr Training | 07-2021

- PCPA Police Physical Fitness Coordinator Class

Pennsylvania Chief's of Police | 03-2020

- Finding The Leader in You

Calibre Press | 10-2019

- Rangemaster Development Course

National Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association | 02-2018

- Perceptual Driving Instructor Course

Indiana University of Pennsylvania | Indiana, PA | 10-2017

- Undercover Survival Techniques

Professional Law Enforcement Training | 02-2014

- Educational Methodology For Local Level Instructor

Allegheny County Fire Academy | 03-2013

- Active Shooter Threat Instructor Training Program

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center | 12-2012

Pennsylvania State Police | 06-2010

- Field Training Officer Program

Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Training Academy | 05-2010

- Crisis Intervention Team Certificate Training

Allegheny County Department of Human Services | 02-2010

- Managing Civil Actions in Threat Incidents

FEMA Center For Domestic Preparedness | 08-2009

- Skidcar System Driver Training Course

Monroeville Public Safety Training Center | 05-2009

Associate of Science - Graphic Design

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA | 03-2005

Skills

Legal compliance
Policy enforcement
Incident documentation
Employee evaluations
Team management
Conflict de-escalation
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Multitasking
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility

Accomplishments

Training Academy & Program Creation

  • Led Academy Modernization: Digitized 20 years of historical Training Academy archives, securing data integrity and reducing document retrieval times.
  • Built FTO Framework: Designed a comprehensive Field Training Officer (FTO) program, including a standardized evaluation process and job solicitation workflows to recruit top-tier instructors.
  • Developed Firearms Curriculum: Created and launched a certified Firearms Instructor Course to elevate candidate proficiency and institutional safety standards.
  • Designed Visual Branding: Formulated distinct, professional logos for both the Training Academy and the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu partnership to boost brand identity.

Leadership & Supervisor Development

  • Designed Supervisor Training: Authored a New Supervisor Course alongside a specialized Coaching, Counseling, and Mentoring program to build leadership pipelines.
  • Standardized Workflows: Created 5 critical Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure operational compliance and reduce training friction across departments.
  • Engineered Hiring Processes: Structured official job solicitations and selection processes for FTOs, Firearms Instructors, and Defensive Tactics Instructors.

Compliance & Property Room Operations

  • Overhauled Evidence Logistics: Engineered a logging process for evidence and property management.

Certification

Command & Tactical Instruction: MPOETC General Instructor | FLETC Active Shooter Threat Instructor | Duty Gun Red Dot Sight Instructor | Firearms Instructor | Defensive Tactics Instructor | Taser 10 Instructor | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Blue Belt | Rangemaster Certification

Specialized Response & Safety: Field Training Officer (FTO) | Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Certified | Perceptual Driving Instructor | Physical Fitness Instructor | Water Rescue First Responder | CPR/First Aid Instructor

Technical Weaponry & Armor: Certified Armorer (Glock, AR15/M16/M4/AR308, Shotgun)

Timeline

Lieutenant

City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
03.2026 - CurrentRead More

Police Sergeant

City of Pittsburgh
03.2015 - 03.2026Read More

Police Officer

City of Pittsburgh
02.2007 - 03.2015Read More

Calibre Press

from Advanced Leadership For A "Police Reform" Era
Read More

Calibre Press

from Scenarios And Tactics For The Field Training Offic
Read More

PPCT Management Systems, Inc.

from Threat Pattern Recognition Use of Force Instructor
Read More

American Heart Association

from Basic Life Saver Instructor
Read More

Vigr Training

from Duty Handgun Red Dot Instructor
Read More

Pennsylvania Chief's of Police

from PCPA Police Physical Fitness Coordinator Class
Read More

Calibre Press

from Finding The Leader in You
Read More

National Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association

from Rangemaster Development Course
Read More

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

from Perceptual Driving Instructor Course
Read More

Professional Law Enforcement Training

from Undercover Survival Techniques
Read More

Allegheny County Fire Academy

from Educational Methodology For Local Level Instructor
Read More

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

from Active Shooter Threat Instructor Training Program
Read More

Pennsylvania State Police

Read More

Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Training Academy

from Field Training Officer Program
Read More

Allegheny County Department of Human Services

from Crisis Intervention Team Certificate Training
Read More

FEMA Center For Domestic Preparedness

from Managing Civil Actions in Threat Incidents
Read More

Monroeville Public Safety Training Center

from Skidcar System Driver Training Course
Read More

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

Associate of Science from Graphic Design
Read More

Awards

Medal of Valor (2011): Awarded the agency's highest honor for exceptional heroism and conspicuous bravery in the face of imminent danger.

LEAD Award (2011): Recognized by the Law Enforcement Agency Directors of Western Pennsylvania for outstanding contribution to regional public safety.

Leadership Award (2026): Honored for exceptional command capabilities, strategic organizational leadership, dedication, and personnel mentorship.

Meritorious Service & Team Excellence: Recipient of 2 Meritorious Service Awards and the Unit Recognition Award (2021) for outstanding collective operational success.

Commendations & Letters: Earned 2 Certificates of Commendation and 2 Letters of Recognition for exemplary performance and dedication to duty.

Operational & Tactical Milestones: Awarded the Field Training Officer Award (2010), Officer of the Month (Dec 2009), and the Firearms Proficiency Award (2007).

Risk Mitigation & Standards: Received 2 Good Conduct Awards and 2 Safe Driving Awards for continuous professionalism and adherence to safety protocols.

National Arts Program Honorable Mention (2008): Recognized for creative artwork in city competition.

Caytlin Schweitzer