Christopher Matthews
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
I am a qualified and skilled law enforcement officer with ten years of experience eager to take my unique skill set into the private sector. Adept in crisis intervention techniques. Strong analytical skills and robust investigative training. Team player with an eye for detail and an impeccable work ethic. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Licensed UAS pilot well versed in UAS tactics and countermeasures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
POLICE OFFICER CORPORAL
Norfolk Airport Authority
09.2020 - Current
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to six officers.
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
Police Officer
Chesapeake Police Department
06.2014 - 09.2020
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Ferrum College
Ferrum, VA05.2013
Skills
- Staff Scheduling
- Court Preparation
- Surveillance Operations
- Criminal Law
- Case Management
- Safety and Security
- Tactical Deployment
- Community Safety
- Locating Individuals
- Critical Thinking
- Criminal Investigations
- Effective Working Relationships
Accomplishments
- Completed Crisis Negotiations School in 2016 and was selected tobe a member of the Crisis Negotiations Team for two years
- Completed Special Weapons and Tactics School in 2018 and was selected to be a member of the SWAT team May of 2019
Certification
Selected to attend and completed DCJS General Instructor School
Promoted to the rank of corporal in December 2021, Selected to attend and completed Incident Response to Terrorist Bombing training through DCJS.
Certified DCJS General Instructor
FEMA ICS-100 Certified
FEMA ICS-700 Certified
FAA Certified UAS Pilot
Timeline
POLICE OFFICER CORPORAL
Norfolk Airport Authority
09.2020 - Current
Police Officer
Chesapeake Police Department
06.2014 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Ferrum College
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