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Desmond Kivlehan

Westwood

Summary

Ambitious leader experienced operating in high-pressure environments. My passion in Law Enforcement is to become efficient at drug interdiction.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

New Milford Police Department
11.2023 - Current
  • Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
  • Helped reduce crime in local area with patrols based on data-driven community-based policing strategies
  • Responded to wide range of domestic altercation calls and leveraged training to resolve situations
  • Responded to emergency calls and assessed situations upon arrival
  • Enforced laws and monitored traffic to protect citizens from criminal acts
  • Gathered evidence, documented observations and wrote case reports in support of prosecutions
  • Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and enforced traffic laws
  • Conducted searches of vehicles, buildings, or individuals
  • Bagged up evidence carefully to avoid cross-contamination

inspections

  • Arrested suspects and transported them to appropriate detention facility
  • Investigated crime scenes, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses

Infantry Machine Gunner

Army National Guard
02.2020 - 02.2024
  • Assisted with planning and execution of various tactical missions, working closely with other team members
  • Established and maintained defensive positions during military operations
  • Carried out orders issued by superiors efficiently and effectively
  • Conducted foot patrols to maintain security and ensure safety in assigned areas
  • Conducted searches of persons or vehicles at checkpoints to prevent unauthorized access or smuggling activities
  • Deployed to Somalia in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and provided security at multiple combat outposts across Somalia
  • Demonstrated proficiency in urban warfare tactics through participation in Military Operations on Urban Terrain MOUT training events
  • Maintained personal weapon systems and equipment, ensuring proper function and reliability
  • Boosted team success by mentoring less experienced soldiers on tactics and procedures
  • Stayed ready for infantry needs through effective storage and distribution of ammunition, supplies and equipment
  • Kept equipment operating properly with regular maintenance and routine repairs

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration I.T Management

Western Governors University
06-2025

Skills

  • Traffic direction
  • Surveillance expert
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Emergency planning
  • Legal Compliance
  • Weapons safety
  • Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT)
  • Arrest techniques
  • Drug laws enforcement
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Drug enforcement

Timeline

Police Officer

New Milford Police Department
11.2023 - Current

Infantry Machine Gunner

Army National Guard
02.2020 - 02.2024

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration I.T Management

Western Governors University
Desmond Kivlehan