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David Canter

Puyallup

Summary

As an accomplished Police Sergeant at Mercer Island Police Department, I've honed critical thinking and leadership skills, guiding teams through complex situations and enhancing performance. At Seattle Mariners Baseball Club, I streamlined operations, showcasing my ability to improve processes. My extensive training in law enforcement and hospitality, coupled with over 1,200 hours as Pilot-in-Command, demonstrates a unique blend of analytical and interpersonal skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Sergeant, Patrol

Mercer Island Police Department
08.2013 - Current
  • Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of officers' strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement to enhance overall team performance.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to remain current on law enforcement trends, tactics, and technologies.
  • Implemented proven tactics to manage risk
  • Assisted in developing departmental policies that supported fair treatment and equal opportunity for all employees.
  • Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
  • Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
  • Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
  • Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
  • Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
  • Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.

Assistant Visiting Clubhouse Manager

Seattle Mariners Baseball Club
04.2003 - 10.2012
  • Streamlined operations by developing efficient processes for staff scheduling, inventory control, and facility maintenance.
  • Managed inventory of supplies, proactively replenishing items as needed to maintain seamless operations.
  • Assisted in operation of personable hospitality for visiting players, coaches, and staff.
  • Provided high level concierge services to visiting players, coaches, and staff.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively in a team environment to ensure all behind the scenes operations ran smoothly so players and coaches attention could be focused on the game.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with on-field operations as needed, pre-game, during the game, and post-game.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Washington
Seattle, WA

Aviation

Rainier Flight Service
Renton, WA

Skills

  • 1,294 hours total time
  • 1,220 hours PIC
  • 150 hours TAA
  • 97 hours multi-engine; 12 PIC
  • 837 hours cross-country
  • 211 night hours
  • 10 hours actual instrument; 282 hours sim instrument

Certification

  • Commercial multi-engine Instrument Pilot License Federal Aviation Administration June 2024

Timeline

Police Sergeant, Patrol

Mercer Island Police Department
08.2013 - Current

Assistant Visiting Clubhouse Manager

Seattle Mariners Baseball Club
04.2003 - 10.2012

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of Washington

Aviation

Rainier Flight Service
David Canter