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Claudia Johnson

Summary

Accomplished Police Officer and a recent graduate with foundational knowledge in ASL interpretation and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. I have a proven track record at the Philadelphia Police Department and Community College of Philadelphia. Expert in critical thinking with strong interpreting skills, I excel in high-pressure environments, demonstrating integrity and fostering community trust.
I demonstrate strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. I am prepared to start a career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Philadelphia Police Department
01.1995 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
  • Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
  • Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
  • Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
  • Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
  • Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.

Sign Language Interpreter Intern

Community College of Philadelphia
09.2020 - 05.2025
  • Provided interpretation services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
  • Provided ongoing support to colleagues seeking expertise in ASL interpretation best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Streamlined communication processes by providing real-time sign language translation during video conferences and remote meetings.
  • Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
  • Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
  • Interpreted in different settings, such as: medical, theatrical, educational, children's story time at the library, Eastern State penitentiary tours, and the preparations of taxes.
  • Attended training programs and Conferences to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - American Sign Language Interpreter

Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
05-2025

Skills

  • Integrity and honesty
  • Simultaneous interpreting
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Consecutive interpreting
  • Active listening
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Analytical skills
  • Decision-making
  • Critical thinking

Accomplishments


  • Achieved numerous Citations and Medals
  • Awarded Officer of The Year

Certification

  • Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Certification - Various State Law Enforcement Agencies.
  • Gang Resistance Education And Training(GREAT) Officer certification– Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives(ATF).
  • Firearms Proficiency Certificate - State POST Boards or Equivalent Authorities.
  • Incident Command System for Law Enforcement IS-100.LEb Course Completion – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
  • BodyWorn Camera Program Operational Guidance Certificate – U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs.
  • Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
  • Crimes against the elderly
  • Criminal investigation analysis
  • Clandestine meth labs
  • CPR/AED
  • DEA training
  • Drug trafficking
  • Equity Policing
  • First Aid
  • Hazmat
  • Human trafficking child victim
  • Mental Health
  • Major Incident Response Team (MIRT)
  • Nuclear bio chemical Haz-mat awareness
  • Problem Solving
  • Recognizing explosives
  • Suicide prevention
  • Taser training
  • Terrorism prevention & deterrence


Timeline

Sign Language Interpreter Intern

Community College of Philadelphia
09.2020 - 05.2025

Police Officer

Philadelphia Police Department
01.1995 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - American Sign Language Interpreter

Community College of Philadelphia

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