Dustin L. Seale
Morris,IL
Summary
Experienced Police Sergeant with a proven track record at Morris Police Department, Grundy County Sheriff's Office and the Illinois State Police, skilled in leadership, crisis management, conflict de-escalation and investigative techniques. Successfully led UC/Tactical teams and enhanced officer performance through comprehensive training. Recognized for strategic problem-solving, fostering teamwork focusing on officer safety, significantly improving operational effectiveness in high-pressure situations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Sergeant
Morris Police Department
01.2023 - Current
- Excellent history of making confident and decisive critical thinking/judgment decisions during stressful situations
- Various tactical training/instructor courses completed such as Basic SWAT, High Risk Warrant Services, Rapid Deployment, Hight Risk Vehicle Stops, Arrest & Control Tactics, Ballistic Shield
- Supervise patrol operations to ensure community safety and compliance with laws.
- Support investigations by gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Train and mentor junior officers in effective policing techniques, emergency response protocols, officer safety.
- Guide officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Command on-scene tactical teams during critical incidents and community gatherings.
ProAct Unit
Grundy County Sheriff's Office
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Excellent history of making confident and decisive critical thinking/judgment decisions during stressful situations.
- Various tactical trainings completed such as Basic SWAT, High Risk Warrant Services, Rapid Deployment, High Risk Vehicle Stops, Arrest & Control Tactics, Ballistic Shield
- Self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments both independently and in team environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations..
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Field Supervising Special Agent
Metropolitan Area Narcotics Squad - ISP
12.2013 - 10.2020
- Supervised several Special Agents from multiple agencies all while maintaining my current case load.
- Instructed Undercover Operations, CS Management, Buy/Bust Operations, Search Warrant/Room Clearing Techniques and In Car Fighting/UC Agent Safety Training for MANS and ISP
- Conducted successful investigations with local, state and federal agencies along with their local States Attorney's offices.
- Trained junior agents on investigative/UC techniques, enhancing team capabilities and operational effectiveness.
- Managed sensitive informants with discretion, obtaining vital information while maintaining source confidentiality..
- Led high-stakes undercover operations, directly contributing to arrest of key figures in drug trafficking organizations.
- Improved field agent safety protocols through development and implementation of advanced training programs.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, make decisions, sometimes in the moment.
Education
General Studies
Joliet Junior College
Skills
- Remains calm and thrives under stressful situations
- Excellent critical thinking
- Team management
- Patrol supervision
- MEG Unit Supervision
- Active shooter training
- Basic SWAT training
- HRVS
- Drug interdiction
- Investigative techniques
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptive and takes direction/correction
Accomplishments
- Instructor for Arrest & Control Tactics, High Risk Vehicle Stops, Ballistic Shield
- Certified in Basic SWAT, Rapid Deployment, High Risk Warrant Services
- One of the founding members of the Grundy County ProAct Unit
- 2011 & 2021 Morris Officer of the Year
- Multiple awards during my time in MANS
- Awesome guy that everyone loves
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Morris Police Department
01.2023 - Current
ProAct Unit
Grundy County Sheriff's Office
01.2021 - 10.2022
Field Supervising Special Agent
Metropolitan Area Narcotics Squad - ISP
12.2013 - 10.2020
General Studies
Joliet Junior College
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