Wayne Parsons
Ellwood City,United States
Summary
Police Officer with 38 years in law enforcement, including assisting citizens, investigating accidents and conducting routine patrols. Committed to correctly documenting incidents to support expedited and accurate court proceedings, with expertise in patrolling, arresting suspects and dispute resolution. Cordial and very responsive. Patrols assigned areas and keep vigilant for suspicious activity.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
UPMC Police
UPMC Jameson
New Castle, Pennsylvania
06.2024 - Current
- Enforced hospital security policies to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Monitored surveillance systems to detect and respond to potential security threats.
- Conducted regular patrols throughout the hospital premises to deter criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing assistance during critical incidents and disturbances.
Assistant Police Chief
Wayne Township
Ellwood City, PA
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the development and implementation of strategic plans for the police department.
- Advised command staff on matters related to policy changes, employee discipline actions, labor negotiations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Little Beaver Township Police Department
Enon Valley, PA
05.2018 - Current
- Investigated criminal and traffic offenses.
- Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.
- Responded to and investigated security and burglar alarms.
- Adhered to safety protocols and properly handled equipment, weapons and materials.
- Made arrests for violations of criminal laws and conducted background investigations.
- Served active warrants and subpoenas.
- Responded to calls related to DWI, felonies, misdemeanors, domestic abuse and animal rescue.
- Communicated with subjects and witnesses to acquire and verify information relevant to roadway accident investigations.
- Responded to civil unrest, search and rescue operations.
- Assessed crime scenes upon arrival and secured areas.
- Inspected squad vehicle and weapons daily and arranged for routine and special maintenance.
- Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
- Gathered preliminary investigation information as first responder to crime scenes.
Police Officer
Ellwood City Police Department
Ellwood City, PA
06.1989 - 01.2022
- Investigated criminal and traffic offenses.
- Apprehended suspects, prepared case reports and testified in courtroom hearings.
- Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.
- Responded to and investigated security and burglar alarms.
- Adhered to safety protocols and properly handled equipment, weapons and materials.
- Made arrests for violations of criminal laws and conducted background investigations.
- Served active warrants and subpoenas.
- Responded to calls related to DWI, felonies, misdemeanors, domestic abuse and animal rescue.
- Directed and controlled crowds at parades, funeral processions and sporting events.
- Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen property.
- Communicated with subjects and witnesses to acquire and verify information relevant to roadway accident investigations.
- Wrote, reviewed and approved reports entered in county database.
- Responded to civil unrest, search and rescue operations.
- Gathered preliminary investigation information as first responder to crime scenes.
- Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
- Conducted field sobriety tests and used portable breathalyzers to perform tests.
- Inspected squad vehicle and weapons daily and arranged for routine and special maintenance.
- Assessed crime scenes upon arrival and secured areas.
Security Police Specialist
United States Air Force National Guard
Pittsburgh, PA
01.1983 - 05.1989
- Detected and reported unauthorized personnel and activities.
- Applied extensive training in law enforcement and combat tactics to protect stateside and international bases.
- Answered non-emergency and emergency calls for assistance.
- Organized, processed and disseminated information via two-way radio.
- Patrolled via motorized vehicles, all-terrain vehicles and walking.
- Researched government systems to analyze patterns, trends, vulnerabilities and deviations.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Supported scene investigations by securing perimeters, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses and documenting statements.
- Protected motorists and pedestrians by providing traffic control at traffic accident scenes, congested areas, schools and special events.
- Managed steps in investigative process to conform with Air Force regulations.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
Education
Police Pre Service - Act 120, Police Pre Service
Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA05.1986
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Ellwood City, PA05.1982
Skills
- Radar speed measurement
- Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT)
- Surveillance expert
- Arrest techniques
- Search and seizure laws familiarity
- Sex crimes training
- Department accreditation procedures
- Drug laws enforcement
- Community relations
- Law enforcement
- Assigning work
- Street slang
- Search and seizure warrants
- Calm under pressure
- Crime prevention training
- Undercover operations
- Cross-functional communication
- Organized crime knowledge
- Fingerprinting
- Crime scene processing
- Patrol procedures
- Schedule setting
- Psychological assessments understanding
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Tactical policing
- Exceptional problem solver
- Evidence collection and evaluation
- Disciplinary measures
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Secret government clearance
- Inter-agency coordination
- Human relations
- Defensive driving training
- Intelligence reports
- Risk mitigation
- Felony laws knowledge
- Drug enforcement
- Search and rescue
- Case management
- Planning and coordination
- Surveillance and covert operations
Accomplishments
- Volunteered in the Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Department, for 12 years, and was a Lieutenant, for 2 years, and a Captain, for 2 years.
- I was also the House Committee Chairman, for 8 years, and was Vice President, for 2 years.
- Current member of the Ellwood City Volunteer Fire Department.
Affiliations
- Girls Softball Umpire for 38 years.
- Mothers Against Drunk Drivers Awards
Timeline
UPMC Police
UPMC Jameson
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Police Chief
Wayne Township
05.2022 - Current
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Little Beaver Township Police Department
05.2018 - Current
Police Officer
Ellwood City Police Department
06.1989 - 01.2022
Security Police Specialist
United States Air Force National Guard
01.1983 - 05.1989
Police Pre Service - Act 120, Police Pre Service
Community College of Beaver County
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School