Christopher Cato
6965 Hwy 42 , Suite 1001 Locust Grove,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, dependable, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Believes in a willingness to learn and emphasis on teamwork are essential qualities of successful law enforcement officers. Focused on building and maintaining strong relationships with co-workers and community.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Chief of Police, Major, Lieutenant + More
at Jonesboro Police Department
Jonesboro, Georgia
04.2013 - Current
- Foster a positive work environment through effective management techniques.
- Monitor daily operations of the department to ensure efficiency.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to subordinates.
- Participate in community events such as parades or fundraisers to promote good relations between citizens and police force.
- Maintain a budget for the police department ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Supervise staff of officers and other personnel within the department.
- Oversee recruitment efforts for new officers including background checks and interviews.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, and standards.
- Develop strategies for improving officer morale while maintaining high ethical standards.
- Advise city government officials on matters related to public safety.
- Collaborate with outside law enforcement agencies on regional initiatives.
- Develop strategies to reduce crime rates in the community.
- Analyze crime data to identify trends and develop appropriate response plans.
- Address citizen inquiries regarding police services at public forums or via telephone calls and emails.
- Conduct investigations into criminal activity or complaints against officers.
- Answer department phone calls and prepared public communications.
- Organize regular meetings with community leaders to discuss public safety concerns.
- Establish relationships with local businesses, schools, churches, and other organizations to build trust between citizens and police force.
- Review paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Collaborate with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Review and assess criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations, and complaints.
- Manage administrative needs of group, including recordkeeping and report writing, with team of 20+ personnel as Interim Chief and Lieutenant.
- Evaluate evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
- Train and mentor staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Monitor the serving of warrants and assist in making required arrests.
Education
GED -
Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GACertified Peace Officer - Law Enforcement
Georgia Public Safety Training Center
Forsyth, GASkills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Strategic Leadership
- Emergency Management
- Investigative Skills
- Intelligence Gathering
- Crime Prevention
- Reliability
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Self Motivation
- Professionalism
- Conflict De-Escalation
- Community Relations
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Accomplishments
- Manager of the Year 3 years running (2021, 2022 and 2023)
- Above & Beyond Officer Award (2019)
- Medal of Merit (2015) - Clayton County Police Department
- Medal of Valor & Heroism (2014) - Jonesboro Police Department
Certification
- Georgia P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer
- Completed Supervision Levels I, II, & III
- Atlanta Police Leadership Institute - Tier IV
- Completed Management Level I
- Field Training Officer
- Speed Detection Certified (Radar & Laser)
- Jail Officer Certification
- Precision Immobilization Techniques (P.I.T.) Certified
- Over 2100+ hours of law enforcement training
Affiliations
- Member of Georgia Chiefs Association
- Member of FBI - LEEDA (Law Enforcement Executive Development Association)
- Member of Leadership Clayton, Class of 2024
- Member of the Georgia Gang Investigator Association (GGIA)
- Member of the Jonesboro Community Garden
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interim Chief of Police, Major, Lieutenant + More
at Jonesboro Police Department
04.2013 - Current
GED -
Southern Crescent Technical College
Certified Peace Officer - Law Enforcement
Georgia Public Safety Training Center
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