Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Additional Duties
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Cody Rukamp

Oshkosh,WI

Summary

Professional law enforcement officer with strong focus on community safety and crime prevention. Proven track record of effective team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and achieving results. Skilled in conflict resolution, situational assessment, and maintaining public trust through integrity and reliability. Known for excellent communication and critical thinking abilities, consistently delivering high standards of service.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

City of Oshkosh Police Department
10.2016 - 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.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.

Heavy Vehicle Operator

Wisconsin Army National Guard
01.2012 - 01.2023
  • Trained, supervised and organized over 8 soldiers and personnel.
  • Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
  • Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
  • Evaluated soldier performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities.

Education

Criminal Justice

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI
05-2016

Skills

  • Report writing
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Relationship building and management
  • Patience and empathy

Accomplishments

  • Earned a Lifesaving award in December 2024.
  • Earned a Department Commendation award in November 2021 and December 2024.
  • Earned a Noteworthy Performance of Duty award in November 2023 and January 2024.
  • Earned an Officer of the Quarter achievement in November 2021.

Timeline

Police Officer

City of Oshkosh Police Department
10.2016 - Current

Heavy Vehicle Operator

Wisconsin Army National Guard
01.2012 - 01.2023

Criminal Justice

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Additional Duties

  • Child Abduction Response Team: UNK-Present
  • Police Explorer Advisor: February 2019-April 2023
  • Recruitment Team: January 2023-May 2025
  • Mobile Field Force Team: March 2019-Present
  • Field Training Officer: February 2021-Present
  • Bike Patrol Officer: March 2021-Present
  • K9 Handler: March 2022-Present
  • Firearms Instructor: May 2025-Present
  • Alcohol Compliance Checks/CHEERS Instructor: UNK-July 2025
  • New Officer Mentor: UNK-Present
Cody Rukamp