Dennis Sears, Jr.
Pingree Grove,IL
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled police officer with over 18 years of experience in law enforcement, committed to ensuring public safety, enforcing laws, and fostering community relations. Proficient in criminal investigations, emergency response, conflict resolution, and maintaining law and order in high-pressure environments. Possesses strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a strong ability to de-escalate tense situations and safeguarding citizens. Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and a strong commitment to serving and protecting the community while adhering to the highest ethical standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Lieutenant
Village of Bannockburn
12.2007 - Current
- Successfully supervise and manage six full-time and eight part-time officers.
- Implement directives from the Chief of Police and Village staff.
- Provide "white gloved" service to village residence and staff.
- Manage all training, including scheduling and instruction.
- Manage the scheduling of all officers.
- Manage the Traffic Safety Grant.
- Frequently conduct patrol, traffic enforcement, business checks, and community policing.
- Maintain village and department equipment, including Tasers, squad rifles, and Ring cameras.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with community members.
- Motivate and train department members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Monitor the development of new technologies and tactics to improve training, officer safety, and community relations.
- Forward-thinking and implementing new ideas.
- Serve as a mentor to other officers.
Patrol Officer - Part-Time
Village of Riverwoods
06.2023 - Current
- Answered emergency and non-emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads.
Training Officer - Part-Time
Village of Wonder Lake
07.2023 - Current
- Established a training program for a growing agency.
- Train/Certify/Re-Certify Officers on Taser, Firearms, and other State Mandated training.
- Work with the Chief and Deputy Chief for training needs and equipment.
Police Officer - Part- Time
Village of Pingree Grove
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Answered emergency and non-emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads.
- Assisted with training duties.
Police Officer - Part-Time
Village of Pingree Grove
10.2008 - 01.2013
- Answered emergency and non-emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads.
Police Officer - Part-Time
Village of Round Lake Park
12.2007 - 12.2008
- Answered emergency and non-emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads.
Patrol Officer
Village of Hawthorn Woods
03.2006 - 12.2007
- Answered emergency and non-emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice W/Concentration in Police Admin
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH - ONLINE04-2023
Police Staff And Command - Police Staff And Command
The Northwestern School of Police Staff & Command
Northwestern11-2022
Skills
- Strategic and Critical Thinking
- Respectful and professional
- Training and Development
- Emergency Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Experience in leadership
- Team player
- Conflict resolution
- Forward thinking
- Calm in emergency situations
- Financial oversight with Traffic Safety Grant and some budget items
- Mentor in professional career development
Accomplishments
- Received AAIM Award every year for 13 straight years.
- Received two MADD Hero awards for recognition in my DUI enforcement efforts.
- Created "Lunch With a Cop" program at Bannockburn School.
- Created and taught "Cyber Bullying" and "Internet Safety" program in Bannockburn School for several years.
- Planned, managed, and instructed two large scale training exercises utilizing several outside police and fire agencies and the US Navy.
Professional Affiliations
- Illinois Tactical Officers Association (ITOA)
- International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA)
- Illinois Drug Enforcement Officers Association (IDEOA)
- Lake County Incident Management Team (IMAT) - 5 years, current
- Lake County Metropolitan Enforcement Group (LCMEG) - 1 year
- Northern Illinois Police Alarm System Mobile Field Force (NIPAS MFF) - 6 years
Certification
- Illinois Master Active Threat Instructor (Only 147 in State)
- Certified and Approved NEMRT Instructor
- Master Tactical Patrol Officer (8th officer in State to Achieve)
- Master Firearms Instructor
- Rifle Instructor
- Multi-Assault, Counter Terrorism Action Capabilities Instructor (MACTAC)
- Use of Force Instructor
- Taser Instructor
- Rapid Deployment Instructor
- Self Aid Buddy Aid Instructor
- Rescue Task Force Instructor
- OC Instructor
- Sexual Assault Investigator
- Juvenile Officer
- ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700
- NIMS ICS All-Hazards Planning Section Chief
Timeline
Training Officer - Part-Time
Village of Wonder Lake
07.2023 - Current
Patrol Officer - Part-Time
Village of Riverwoods
06.2023 - Current
Police Officer - Part- Time
Village of Pingree Grove
09.2018 - 06.2021
Police Officer - Part-Time
Village of Pingree Grove
10.2008 - 01.2013
Police Lieutenant
Village of Bannockburn
12.2007 - Current
Police Officer - Part-Time
Village of Round Lake Park
12.2007 - 12.2008
Patrol Officer
Village of Hawthorn Woods
03.2006 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice W/Concentration in Police Admin
Southern New Hampshire University
Police Staff And Command - Police Staff And Command
The Northwestern School of Police Staff & Command
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