Dale Murray
1596 Mount Olive Road Rock,WV
Summary
Seasoned law enforcement professional with extensive experience in accident reconstruction and community engagement, notably with the West Virginia State Police. Excelled in high-stakes environments, leveraging critical thinking and teamwork to enhance public safety and foster trust. Proven track record in developing intelligence-based strategies and leading successful investigations. Utilizing my K9 for people tracking, drug investigation, and apprehension of suspects.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Cpl./K9 Handler
West Virginia State Police
03.2014 - Current
- As a K9 Handler my K9 and myself support other Troopers with Tracks, Drug investigation, and suspect apprehension.
- As a Crash Reconstruction's i support troopers with accurate accident reconstruction and Crash Data Recorder Downloads.
- Maintained a clean, organized vehicle and gear for efficient operations and easy navigation during high stress situations.
- Supported successful investigations by meticulously collecting, preserving, and documenting evidence in accordance with established procedures.
- Handled sensitive materials responsibly in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Exercised sound judgment under high-pressure situations, making critical decisions that protected lives and property.
- Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
- Promoted positive image of the department by maintaining a high level of professionalism and integrity in all interactions with the public.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting thorough traffic stops and identifying potential criminal activity.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Conducted detailed investigations, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses for successful case resolution.
Task Force Officer
Princeton Police Department/Southern Regional Task
02.2011 - 02.2014
- Operate as and under cover Police Officer utilizing Criminal Informant's to obtain video recorded drug buys in order to convict drug dealers.
- Prepared for federal, municipal and county court hearings.
- Implemented innovative data analysis tools to identify crime patterns, enabling targeted interventions for maximum impact.
- Conducted comprehensive threat assessments for accurate resource allocation and effective response strategies.
- Organized regular briefings for senior leadership on current threats and ongoing operations, fostering informed decision-making processes.
- Established strong working relationships with community leaders for improved cooperation in addressing public safety concerns.
- Maintained a high level of situational awareness during critical incidents by monitoring multiple sources of information simultaneously.
- Collaborated with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to facilitate seamless coordination on joint operations.
- Developed intelligence-based policing strategies to proactively address emerging threats and reduce drug crime rates.
Police Officer
Bluefield Police Department
07.2008 - 02.2011
- 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.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- 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.
Education
K9 Training
West Virginia State Police K9 School
07-2024
Crash Reconstruction
West Virginia State Police Crash Recon School
02-2022
Trooper Cadet Training
West Virginia State Police Academy Cadet Class
Charleston, WV03-2014
Basic Officer School
West Virginia State Police Basic Academy
Charleston, WV08-2010
Computer Information Systems
U. S. Army AIT
Fort Gordon GA10-2007
Basic Traning
U. S. Army Basic Training
Fort Benning, GA08-2006
High School Diploma -
Bluefield High School
Bluefield, WV05-2005
Skills
- Accident reconstruction
- Community engagement
- Officer safety
- Physical fitness
- Computer skills
- Conflict de-escalation
- Traffic enforcement
- Accident investigation
- Weapons training
- Crime scene investigation
- Intelligence gathering
- Incident command system
- Search and seizure
- Drug recognition
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Firearms handling
- Self motivation
- Officer training
- Self-defense
- Police reports
2016 Trooper of the Year for the West Virginia State Police.
I was awarded the West Virginia State Police Superintendents Award (Trooper of the year) in 2016 for a double homicide case that I solved and convicted three suspects in the McDowell County Area of West Virginia along with just under 2 million in drug seizures.
Timeline
Cpl./K9 Handler
West Virginia State Police
03.2014 - Current
Task Force Officer
Princeton Police Department/Southern Regional Task
02.2011 - 02.2014
Police Officer
Bluefield Police Department
07.2008 - 02.2011
K9 Training
West Virginia State Police K9 School
Crash Reconstruction
West Virginia State Police Crash Recon School
Trooper Cadet Training
West Virginia State Police Academy Cadet Class
Basic Officer School
West Virginia State Police Basic Academy
Computer Information Systems
U. S. Army AIT
Basic Traning
U. S. Army Basic Training
High School Diploma -
Bluefield High School
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