Donovan Nguyen
Mesa
Summary
Dedicated former Police Cadet with 7 years of experience (2016–2023) supporting Mesa PD operations. Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork abilities with 1,000+ volunteer hours. CPR certified. Seeking to serve as a Police Officer.
Experienced with law enforcement protocols and community engagement. Utilizes critical thinking and observational skills to support safety and order. Knowledge of legal procedures and effective communication techniques, ensuring seamless teamwork and operational efficiency.
Law enforcement professional ready to contribute to public safety efforts. Background in assisting with crime prevention and investigative support, ensuring thorough attention to detail and reliability. Known for strong team collaboration and ability to adapt to dynamic situations, with focus on integrity and problem-solving.
Professional with experience in law enforcement, prepared for this role. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving results. Skilled in communication, conflict resolution, and situational awareness. Reliable, flexible, and ready to contribute to community safety.
Resourceful Police Officer focused on maintaining order and public safety, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property and promoting positive community relations.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Cadet
Mesa Police Cadet Program
01.2016 - 01.2023
- - Supported officers during patrol, events, and admin operations.
- - Assisted traffic control, safety demos, and community outreach.
- - Participated in training and officer-shadowing.
- - Maintained CPR readiness.
Mesa Police Cadet Lieutenant
Mesa Police Cadet Program
2019 - 2021
- Promoted positive relationships between the police force and the community by addressing citizen concerns through open dialogue and conflict resolution techniques.
- Assisted in maintenance of police facilities and vehicles.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls.
- Improved response times through effective communication with dispatchers and efficient use of department resources.
- Provided police services such as escorts, security patrol and response to emergency calls.
- Assisted fellow officers with arrests, processing evidence, and completing accurate reports for criminal cases.
- Conducted thorough investigations by interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and documenting findings in detailed reports.
- Detained vehicles for varied traffic violations and issued warnings and citations to drivers.
- Mitigated potential threats by gathering intelligence, analyzing crime data, and implementing proactive policing strategies.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Stayed current with evolving law enforcement trends, attending ongoing professional development courses to enhance skills and knowledge applicable to a future career as a police officer.
- Supported department operations through accurate record keeping, maintaining equipment inventory, and performing routine maintenance tasks on police vehicles and facilities.
- Completed comprehensive training programs in firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, legal procedures, and physical fitness standards.
- Maintained high ethical standards while enforcing laws fairly and impartially, earning respect from both the public and colleagues.
- Developed strong partnerships with other law enforcement agencies to collaborate on crime prevention initiatives.
- Collaborated closely with local schools to educate students about personal safety topics such as drug prevention, bullying awareness, and crime reporting.
- Performed traffic control duties efficiently during special events or incidents requiring road closures or detours for public safety purposes.
- Aided fellow officers with traffic stops, domestic disturbance calls, and warrant execution activities.
- Operated communication systems to gather, process and share information.
- Followed protocols and procedures to perform tasks quickly and minimize mistakes.
- Conducted physical training to keep fit and perform job duties productively.
- Provided informative briefings to update superiors on current situations and responsibilities.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Mesa Police Cadet Sergeant
Mesa Police Cadet Program
2018 - 2019
- Filed records and provided recordkeeping duties.
- Stayed current with evolving law enforcement trends, attending ongoing professional development courses to enhance skills and knowledge applicable to a future career as a police officer.
- Supported department operations through accurate record keeping, maintaining equipment inventory, and performing routine maintenance tasks on police vehicles and facilities.
- Completed comprehensive training programs in firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, legal procedures, and physical fitness standards.
- Maintained high ethical standards while enforcing laws fairly and impartially, earning respect from both the public and colleagues.
- Developed strong partnerships with other law enforcement agencies to collaborate on crime prevention initiatives.
- Supported community relations efforts by participating in local events, providing a visible police presence, and engaging with citizens.
- Collaborated closely with local schools to educate students about personal safety topics such as drug prevention, bullying awareness, and crime reporting.
- Performed traffic control duties efficiently during special events or incidents requiring road closures or detours for public safety purposes.
- Aided fellow officers with traffic stops, domestic disturbance calls, and warrant execution activities.
- Contributed to successful prosecutions through expert testimony in court proceedings relating to criminal cases investigated during tenure as a Police Cadet.
- Enforced local, state and federal laws and ordinances to promote community security and prevent crime.
- Operated communication systems to gather, process and share information.
- Followed protocols and procedures to perform tasks quickly and minimize mistakes.
- Conducted physical training to keep fit and perform job duties productively.
- Provided informative briefings to update superiors on current situations and responsibilities.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Mesa Police Cadet Commander
Mesa Police Cadet Program
2021 - 2023
- Processed fingerprint applications.
- Prevented dangerous situations from escalating by using de-escalation tactics when interacting with individuals experiencing mental health crises or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Safeguarded sensitive information within department records systems according to established security protocols and confidentiality requirements.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Promoted positive relationships between the police force and the community by addressing citizen concerns through open dialogue and conflict resolution techniques.
- Assisted in maintenance of police facilities and vehicles.
- Improved response times through effective communication with dispatchers and efficient use of department resources.
- Provided police services such as escorts, security patrol and response to emergency calls.
- Assisted fellow officers with arrests, processing evidence, and completing accurate reports for criminal cases.
- Conducted thorough investigations by interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and documenting findings in detailed reports.
- Detained vehicles for varied traffic violations and issued warnings and citations to drivers.
- Mitigated potential threats by gathering intelligence, analyzing crime data, and implementing proactive policing strategies.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Stayed current with evolving law enforcement trends, attending ongoing professional development courses to enhance skills and knowledge applicable to a future career as a police officer.
- Supported department operations through accurate record keeping, maintaining equipment inventory, and performing routine maintenance tasks on police vehicles and facilities.
- Completed comprehensive training programs in firearms proficiency, defensive tactics, legal procedures, and physical fitness standards.
- Maintained high ethical standards while enforcing laws fairly and impartially, earning respect from both the public and colleagues.
- Developed strong partnerships with other law enforcement agencies to collaborate on crime prevention initiatives.
- Supported community relations efforts by participating in local events, providing a visible police presence, and engaging with citizens.
- Collaborated closely with local schools to educate students about personal safety topics such as drug prevention, bullying awareness, and crime reporting.
- Performed traffic control duties efficiently during special events or incidents requiring road closures or detours for public safety purposes.
- Aided fellow officers with traffic stops, domestic disturbance calls, and warrant execution activities.
- Contributed to successful prosecutions through expert testimony in court proceedings relating to criminal cases investigated during tenure as a Police Cadet.
- Enforced local, state and federal laws and ordinances to promote community security and prevent crime.
- Operated communication systems to gather, process and share information.
- Followed protocols and procedures to perform tasks quickly and minimize mistakes.
- Conducted physical training to keep fit and perform job duties productively.
- Provided informative briefings to update superiors on current situations and responsibilities.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Education
GED -
Desert Ridge Highschool
Mesa03-2021
Skills
- Leadership & teamwork
- Communication
- Conflict resolution
- Decision making
- Public safety awareness
- Attention to detail
- CPR Certified
- Physical fitness
- Integrity and honesty
- Answering calls
- Lesson plan development
- Weapons training
- Patrol techniques
- Self-defense techniques
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Teaching
- Public safety
- Community policing
- Coaching
- Crime scene investigation
- Crisis management
- Incident management
- Report writing
- Arrest procedures
- Traffic control
- Traffic management
- Criminal law
- Prisoner processing
- Non-lethal control techniques
- Firearms proficiency
- Radio communication
- Surveillance tactics
- Interviewing techniques
- Patrol procedures
- Directing and controlling traffic
- Field training
- Weapons handling
- First aid training
- Equipment management
- Paperwork administration
- Crime scene security
- Discipline enforcement
- Breathalyzer administration
- Safety protocols and drills
- Defensive tactics
- Ground patrol
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team building and development
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Firearms handling
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Crowd management
Certification
CPR Certification — Active
Timeline
Police Cadet
Mesa Police Cadet Program
01.2016 - 01.2023
Mesa Police Cadet Lieutenant
Mesa Police Cadet Program
2019 - 2021
Mesa Police Cadet Sergeant
Mesa Police Cadet Program
2018 - 2019
Mesa Police Cadet Commander
Mesa Police Cadet Program
2021 - 2023
GED -
Desert Ridge Highschool