Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
bronze valor award, life saving award chiefs association, exellent police conduct, de-escalation
Timeline
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Colin Murphy

WEST POINT,VA

Summary

Dynamic law enforcement professional with a strong background at Richmond Police Department, skilled in conflict de-escalation and criminal investigations. Proven ability to foster community engagement and maintain public safety under pressure. Recognized for integrity and effective communication, enhancing trust and collaboration within diverse populations.

Diligent patrol officer with solid background in law enforcement and community safety. Successfully resolved numerous investigations and maintained public order through effective policing strategies. Demonstrated proficiency in conflict resolution and critical thinking in high-pressure situations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Richmond Police Department
01.2021 - 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.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
  • Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • 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.

Technician 1

Aggreko
04.2017 - 01.2021
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.

Machinist Mate

United States Navy, USN
04.2013 - 04.2017
  • Read and interpreted technical documentation.
  • Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
  • Removed, lubricated, and adjusted equipment parts.
  • Served as a mentor to junior machinist mates, sharing knowledge and best practices for professional growth and development.
  • Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during all operations.
  • Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and repairs as needed.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.

Supervisor

A&A Asphalt
06.2009 - 04.2013
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.

Education

No Degree -

Richmond Police Academy
Richmond,va
09-2021

No Degree - Engineering

Navy Basic Training
Great Lakes, IL
10-2013

High School Diploma -

E.O. Smith
Storrs, CT
06-2009

Skills

  • Integrity and honesty
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Criminal investigations
  • Community engagement

Accomplishments

received awards:

Bronze Valor award

Life saving award issued by the chiefs association

de-escalation award

excellent police conduct

officer of the quarter


Certification

certified in:

Crowd management team

Crises intervention team

Bowla Wrap operator

Outdoor active shooter

Indoor active shooter

Patrol

bronze valor award, life saving award chiefs association, exellent police conduct, de-escalation

The awards I received were for various acts I committed in the field, such as stopping a young juvenile female from committing suicide, pursuing and catching several suspects involved in commercial break and enters, and conducting CPR on a victim suffering from a gunshot wound, among other actions.

Timeline

Police Officer

Richmond Police Department
01.2021 - Current

Technician 1

Aggreko
04.2017 - 01.2021

Machinist Mate

United States Navy, USN
04.2013 - 04.2017

Supervisor

A&A Asphalt
06.2009 - 04.2013

No Degree -

Richmond Police Academy

No Degree - Engineering

Navy Basic Training

High School Diploma -

E.O. Smith

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