Chandler Cockrum
Carmel,IN
Summary
Dedicated police sergeant with seven years of experience, aiming for a Police Lieutenant role to serve the Indiana University Health community and Public Safety department through exemplary role modeling, fostering loyalty, and leading teams to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
Indiana University Health
07.2025 - Current
- Led officers during high-stress calls involving weapons violations, arrests, domestic disputes, drug diversions, vehicle accidents, and medical emergencies.
- Reviewed and approved time cards for officers using UKG Pro to ensure accurate payroll processing and compliance.
- Conducted one-on-one coaching sessions with officers to support performance improvement, professional development, and operational readiness.
- Proactively followed up with citizens to address concerns, restore confidence, and positively enhance the department’s reputation within the IU Health community.
- Attended and contributed to interdepartmental meetings, including daily huddles and operations meetings, to strengthen collaboration and alignment.
- Reviewed DPS police reports, probable cause affidavits, and supporting documents for the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office – ensuring accuracy and legal compliance.
- Served as Intelligence Liason Officer - Collaborating with the Federal Fusion Center to support DPS investigations and facilitate Federal and Indiana Agency communication with DPS.
- Flexibly executed a wide variety of daily operational tasks and special assignments as directed by DPS command staff.
Police Officer
Indiana University Health
03.2019 - 07.2025
- Responded to more than 15,000 calls for service across IU Health North, Saxony, and Tipton campuses while flexibly covering shifts.
- Spearheaded community outreach program with Emergency Department staff, building trust and increasing understanding of police procedures - resulting in stronger collaboration and improved outcomes for patients.
- Prepared detailed incident reports documenting facts and evidence to support investigations and operational records.
- Conducted Witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine the best course of action.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Served as Field Training Officer and Indianapolis Suburban Region Investigator.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia Southern University
04.2026
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy
12.2019
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Carmel High School
01.2012
Skills
- Relationship Building and Stakeholder Management
- Criminal Investigations
- Patrol Supervision and Leadership
- Mentorship
- Intelligence Liason and Threat Coordination
- Active listening
- Problem resolution
Certification
- Frontline Leadership and Supervision - CM Public Safety Training
- Basic Criminal Investigation for Street Patrol and New Criminal Investigators
- Field Training Officer
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Indiana University Health
07.2025 - Current
Police Officer
Indiana University Health
03.2019 - 07.2025
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Carmel High School
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia Southern University
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy