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David West

Baton Rouge,LA

Summary

Dynamic Police Lieutenant with extensive experience at Louisiana State University Police Department, excelling in traffic enforcement and personnel supervision. Proven track record in crime prevention and active shooter training, enhancing community safety. Skilled in traffic control and police motorcycle instruction, fostering a proactive approach to law enforcement and emergency response.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Lieutenant

Louisiana State University Police Department
01.2000 - Current
  • Traffic Division Supervisor:
    Responsible for supervising, coordinating, and planning traffic enforcement and field activities for members of the Traffic Section. Collaborate with department administration, university departments, and external law enforcement agencies to plan events that impact normal traffic flow on and around campus. Oversee and review traffic crash reports and hit-and-run investigations conducted by departmental personnel. Ensure that all section members receive biannual training and recertification on Harley-Davidson police motorcycles.
  • Patrol Division Supervisor:
    Supervise sergeants and officers, ensuring appropriate actions are taken in response to calls for service. Protect lives and property with a primary focus on patrol operations and enforcement of state traffic and criminal laws. Provide emergency medical services and respond to critical incidents. Conduct crime prevention training programs. Directly supervise subordinates during calls, assist them in complex situations, and respond to incidents requiring on-scene supervision.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kenwood Academy
Chicago, Il

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Southern University and A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA

Skills

  • Laws and ordinances
  • Suspect identification
  • Active shooter training
  • Crime prevention
  • Community policing
  • Criminal law
  • Personnel supervision
  • Police reports
  • Traffic control
  • Police Motorcycle Instructor
  • Traffic Radar/ Lidar Instructor

Certification

  • Post Certified Officer, LSU Basic Training Academy - March 2000
  • Certified Basic Police Motorycle Operator BRPD - May 2003
  • Certified Traffic Lidar/ Radar Instructor, Northwestern University - March 2009
  • Certified Police Motorcycle Instructor, Northwestern University - January 2019

Timeline

Police Lieutenant

Louisiana State University Police Department
01.2000 - Current

High School Diploma -

Kenwood Academy

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Southern University and A&M College