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Cornell Owens

Public Safety
Lockport,IL

Summary

Dedicated Public Safety professional with a long history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

Woodridge Police Department
Woodridge, IL
08.1996 - 09.2022
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
  • Ran personnel recruitment background investigations and interviewed potential job candidates.

Community Service Officer

Downers Grove Police Department
Downers Grove , IL
10.1992 - 07.1996
  • Provided assistance at accident and fire scenes; assessed severity of incident and notified back-up including police, fire, paramedic and tow trucks; maintained traffic and crowd control. Generated reports of minor vehicle accidents and provided first aid until medic arrives.
  • Identified road hazards and malfunctioning utilities; contacted Public Works to ensure public safety; deployed traffic control devices to assist public safety, when needed.
  • Responsible for assisting citizens in variety of circumstances; assisted roadway stranded motorists.
  • Provided assistance regarding traffic and parking enforcement.
  • Testified in court regarding traffic violation laws.

Police Emergency Telecommunicator

River Grove Police Department
River Grove, IL
04.1989 - 07.1992
  • Responsible for emergency and non-emergency phone calls and in person requests.
  • Monitored multiple radio frequencies for several communities regarding both police and fire services.
  • Gathered information and forwarded to appropriate department if needed. (public works, transportation department, etc.).
  • Maintained required certifications ( Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD), LEADS, CPR).
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service

Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL

High School Diploma -

Proviso West High School
Hillside, IL
07.1986

Skills

  • Law Enforcement
  • Safety and Security
  • Report Writing
  • Conflict Resolution Tactics
  • Court Preparation
  • File and Records Management
  • Case Management
  • Interrogation Techniques
  • Human Relations
  • Evidence Collection Protocols
  • Criminal Law
  • Community Relations
  • Local, and State Regulations
  • Background Investigations
  • Exceptional Problem Solver
  • Conflict De-Escalation
  • Motor Vehicle Operation
  • Accident Scene Management

Timeline

Police Officer

Woodridge Police Department
08.1996 - 09.2022

Community Service Officer

Downers Grove Police Department
10.1992 - 07.1996

Police Emergency Telecommunicator

River Grove Police Department
04.1989 - 07.1992

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Western Illinois University

High School Diploma -

Proviso West High School

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