Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
background-images

Christina Ellis

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

Dynamic public safety professional with extensive experience at the City of Kalamazoo, skilled in comprehensive investigation strategies and conflict resolution. Proven track record in community outreach and effective communication, enhancing trust between law enforcement and diverse populations. Developed impactful training programs, fostering essential skills in future law enforcement leaders.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Public Safety Officer

City of Kalamazoo
08.1999 - Current

Worked a variety of positions at KDPS to include patrol officer, detective, engine operator, court officer and LGBTQ+ Liaison Officer.

  • Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into crimes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
  • Implemented training programs focused on conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.

Police Academy Instructor

Kalamazoo Valley Community Collete
02.2021 - Current
  • Developed and delivered training programs on law enforcement procedures and community engagement strategies.
  • Facilitated workshops on conflict resolution techniques, equipping cadets with essential communication skills.
  • Coordinated simulation exercises that mirrored real-world policing scenarios for hands-on experience.
  • Analyzed instructional effectiveness, refining course content to better align with evolving law enforcement practices.

Standardized Patient

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine
08.2017 - 06.2021
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Loss Prevention Security Officer / Manager

Meijer Inc.
06.1991 - 08.1999

Worked a variety of positions at Meijer Inc. to include Loss Prevention Officer, Corporate Check Investigator and eventually Loss Prevention Manager.

  • Conducted regular patrols of store premises, ensuring safety and security protocols adhered to consistently.
  • Coordinated with law enforcement during investigations, maintaining professional relationships and communication channels.
  • Trained new staff on loss prevention techniques and emergency response procedures, enhancing overall team effectiveness.

Education

MCOLES Certification - Police Academy

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI
12-1999

Bachelor of Science - Communications

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
05-1993

Skills

  • Comprehensive investigation strategies
  • Skilled in resolving conflicts
  • Community outreach
  • Effective communication strategies

Timeline

Police Academy Instructor

Kalamazoo Valley Community Collete
02.2021 - Current

Standardized Patient

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine
08.2017 - 06.2021

Public Safety Officer

City of Kalamazoo
08.1999 - Current

Loss Prevention Security Officer / Manager

Meijer Inc.
06.1991 - 08.1999

MCOLES Certification - Police Academy

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Bachelor of Science - Communications

Western Michigan University
Christina Ellis