Dacoda Leech
Williamstown,NJ
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with experience at Monroe Township Police Department, excelling in emergency response and traffic management. Proven ability to foster community relations while ensuring public safety. Skilled in tactical policing and CPR/First Aid certified, dedicated to enhancing community well-being through proactive engagement and effective surveillance techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Monroe Township Police Department
Williamstown, NJ
12.2022 - Current
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Patrolled assigned areas with marked patrol car to detect law violators.
- Utilized radar guns to detect speeders and monitor excessive speeds in school zones.
- Inspected vehicles for proper registration tags, brakes, signals and other safety features.
- Directed traffic at construction sites, special events, or emergency scenes.
- Conducted investigations into traffic accidents and violations, including interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence.
Carpenter Local 255
Nicholson Construction
Washington Township, NJ
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
Security Officer
Department of Environmental Protection
Trenton, NJ
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
Assistant Superintendent Weights and Measures
County Of Gloucester
Woodbury, NJ
07.2015 - 05.2019
- As the Assistant Superintendent in Gloucester County, I was responsible for the testing and inspections of all weighing and measuring devices at the point of sale.
- I conducted and was in charge of special task forces with surrounding counties, and also the New Jersey State Department of Weights and Measures.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Williamstown High School
700 North Tuckahoe Road05-2015
Skills
- Traffic management
- Patrol operations
- Emergency response
- Surveillance techniques
- Tactical policing
- Drug laws enforcement
- Search and seizure laws
- Defensive driving training
- Weapons safety
- CPR/First aid certified
- Court testimony
Affiliations
- Active Hunter and Firearm enthusiast
Accomplishments
- Commendation on February 14, 2023 and received (Life Saving Award) 2024
- Commendation April 6, 2023 from a Shooting
Timeline
Police Officer
Monroe Township Police Department
12.2022 - Current
Carpenter Local 255
Nicholson Construction
08.2020 - 07.2022
Security Officer
Department of Environmental Protection
05.2019 - 02.2020
Assistant Superintendent Weights and Measures
County Of Gloucester
07.2015 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Williamstown High School
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