Donyale Ellis
Mebane,NC
Summary
I have received my degree in Criminal Justice and have applied that education to my 25 year experience as a Durham Police Officer. I have been a supervisor since February 2009. During my time at the Durham Police Department I have had assignments as a patrol Officer, Certified Bike Patrol Officer, Police Corporal, Police Sergeant and Community Engagement Sergeant.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
City of Durham Police Department
Durham , NC
2021.05 - Current
- The Patrol Sergeant is responsible for the supervision of frontline persons and at times specialized police work
- The Patrol Sergeant is responsible for the delivery of municipal police service to the city on a 24-hour basis. Work involves the supervision and coordination of a squad of police officers.
- The sergeant frequently participates in the work performed by subordinate officers and may act for superior officers in their absence.
- The work requires the use of good judgment under normal and emergency circumstances. A Sergeant functions with considerable independence and in accordance with applicable laws, ordinances and regulations under the general supervision of a superior officer.
- Supervise patrol officers; Inspects the equipment and appearance of subordinate officers, assigns officers to patrol areas; relay and explain special orders, memos and information; gives advice to subordinates when necessary ,evaluates performance and complete performance evaluations.
- Perform administrative duties by reviews reports of subordinates and prepare reports for higher ranking officers and other units (Professional Standards), Attend meetings
Sergeant CEU
Durham Police Community Services
Durham , NC
2016.01 - 2021.04
- The Community Services Division is focused on providing community-oriented police services to specific neighborhoods, businesses, or constituency populations.
- Community Engagement Unit – provides a law enforcement presence and support to public housing communities in order to build relationships with residents.
- Develop programs for the inner city youths.
- Help assist supplement or patrol with law enforcement issue
- Interact with citizens to help build trust between the police department and citizens
- Impairment Crime preventions tasks where neded
Police Corporal
Durham Police Patrol
Durham , NC
2009.02 - 2015.04
- Patrol Corporal is primarily responsible for the delivery of municipal police services to the city on a 24-hour basis.
- Patrol Corporals also are field supervisors who have supervisory authority and responsibility over subordinate officers at all times.
- Patrol Corporals fill in the place of Patrol Sergeants during the absence of a sergeant and have full staff authority when filling in.
- Patrol Corporals are also responsible and accountable for administrative duties assigned to them by appropriate supervisory personnel.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05.1994
Some College (No Degree) - West Point Leadership
Central Methodist University
Fayette, MOSkills
- Ethical Leadership
- Mobile Field Force
- WestPoint Leadership
- CPTED
Timeline
Patrol Sergeant
City of Durham Police Department
2021.05 - Current
Sergeant CEU
Durham Police Community Services
2016.01 - 2021.04
Police Corporal
Durham Police Patrol
2009.02 - 2015.04
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Fayetteville State University
Some College (No Degree) - West Point Leadership
Central Methodist University
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